How A Former Defense Minister Became The Mastermind Of A $3 Million Phone Scam

Russian law enforcement has dismantled a major international phone scam operation tied to a controversial former Georgian official, revealing a web of deceit that has defrauded tens of thousands of people worldwide. The Federal Security Service (FSB) made the announcement on Monday, sharing the incredible details of the case.

The operation was part of the notorious Milton Group, a scam ring with a long history of targeting victims across the globe. The group ran several call centers inside Russia, which authorities say were responsible for tricking people into handing over their savings. According to the FSB, the criminals managed to defraud around 100,000 people in over 50 countries—including nations like the UK, Brazil, India, Japan, and several in the EU.

The Big Players Behind the Scams

One suspect, who holds both Israeli and Ukrainian citizenship, has been arrested. However, the alleged mastermind, David Todva, is still on the run. The FSB claims that Todva is part o...

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