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Six indicted in US over fraud network operating from Madagascar

By , based on Midi Madagasikara

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Six people suspected of taking part in an online scam network operating from Madagascar have been indicted in the United States. The prosecutions are part of the US ‘Scam Center Strike Force’ operation, which targets international cryptocurrency fraud networks, according to Midi Madagasikara.

Six people have been indicted in the United States for their alleged participation in an online scam network operating from Madagascar, according to US authorities. The prosecutions are part of the ‘Scam Center Strike Force’ operation, launched against centres organising fraud, particularly cryptocurrency-related fraud.

Madagascar is at the centre of a US investigation into international online scam networks, according to US authorities. The operation aims to identify the people involved in setting up and running these criminal activities.

The indictments come after eight complaints were filed against a couple suspected of fraud in Madagascar, announced on 30 October 2026.

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