The ongoing efforts by the Cambodian government to clamp down on the scam industry have left many former scammers in a difficult position. These individuals, numbering in the tens of thousands, now find themselves on the streets of Phnom Penh. The significant question emerging is whether these people are being recognized as criminals or seen as victims of a larger system that exploited their labor on a global scale.

This scenario is explored in part two of our series on The Sunday Story. Investigative reporter Shibani Mahtani follows the journey of a Ugandan scam worker who is attempting to return to his home country. His story sheds light on the complexities faced by those caught in such schemes, highlighting the personal struggles and legal challenges they encounter.

The production of this episode involved the dedicated efforts of producer Justine Yan and editor Jenny Schmidt. Additionally, Jimmy Keeley contributed through audio engineering, ensuring that the story’s impactful details reached the audience effectively.

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