Law & Crime
New Scams Target Chinese Nationals Living In Japan
A disgusting new scam in Japan is explicitly targeting Chinese nationals. The threat? Pay up – or get deported.
May 21, 2024
A disgusting new scam in Japan is explicitly targeting Chinese nationals. The threat? Pay up – or get deported.
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