Indonesians Trapped in Cambodia Due to Online Scam: Can They Be Prosecuted?

Recent events in Cambodia have led hundreds of Indonesians to seek assistance from the Indonesian Embassy in Phnom Penh, claiming they have fallen victim to online scams. According to the Indonesian Ambassador to Cambodia, over 1,726 people have expressed a desire to return to Indonesia. Whether they can be prosecuted for their actions remains a question. In Cambodia, fraud is a criminal offense, and Indonesians seeking return must ensure their actions don’t lead to prosecution back home. Fraud is recognized as a crime in both countries, potentially subjecting individuals to legal consequences in both Indonesia and Cambodia.