Criminal The Compound
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Sep 12, 2025 In this compelling discussion, Denise Chan, a seasoned journalist and the host of Scam Factory, dives into the harrowing tale of Jella, a 26-year-old caught in a web of human trafficking. Listeners learn how Jella transitioned from an unfulfilling job to facing deception and exploitation in Thailand. Chan sheds light on the frightening realities of sextortion and manipulative schemes, alongside the chilling experiences of those trafficked to Myanmar. The dire search for escape strategies highlights the bravery and resilience of victims fighting against systemic exploitation.
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Lured To The Border
- Jella accepted a job in Thailand and was driven far north toward the Myanmar border where she realized she was lied to.
- She encountered men gesturing her to cross a bridge that would take her into Myanmar, triggering immediate alarm.
Trapped In A Scam Compound
- After crossing the bridge Jella was taken to a gated compound with dorms and surveillance, and her passport was confiscated.
- She learned the job was scamming people and that refusing to work could mean paying thousands or facing violence.
Sextortion As An Organized Operation
- The compound specialized in sextortion: workers lured victims to video chat for blackmail using recorded footage.
- The operation exploited English speakers and scripted interactions to convert conversations into money.