The police in Uijeongbu, South Korea, announced the arrest of 35 members of a voice phishing organization known as 'Songnampa,' which operated from various Southeast Asian countries and scammed around 24.5 billion won from 224 victims. The organization, led by a 40-year-old ethnic Korean from China, employed a corporate-style structure with distinct roles to effectively carry out their crimes. They used a scheme that impersonated court officials, prosecutors, and financial institution employees to deceive victims and create a sense of urgency, which allowed them to execute their fraudulent plans.

Investigations revealed that the 'Songnampa' organization developed a meticulous step-by-step scenario that involved luring victims by claiming that their registered mail was returned and instructing them to check case numbers. They also used psychological tactics, such as reading out indictment details under the guise of a prosecutor and isolating victims by instructing them not to contact anyone else about the situation. By employing remote control and malicious app installations, they accessed the victims' mobile devices and financial information, leading to the withdrawal of loans and cash.

As the police continue investigations, most of those apprehended thus far are thought to be recruiters and call center employees, while core figures, including the main leader and other key players, are still at large. The authorities are pursuing over 40 individuals associated with the organization, signaling ongoing efforts to dismantle and counteract voice phishing operations in South Korea that exploit vulnerabilities for significant financial gain.