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Chinese students targeted in virtual kidnap scam

Screenshot from kidnap scam video.

Screenshot from kidnap scam video. Source: NSW Police

An 18-year-old high school student is the latest victim of a virtual kidnapping scam. Her family in China were extorted out more than $200,000, but police say the woman was never in danger.



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