China Executes Members of Bai Clan

In China, four members of the Bai clan were executed for running fraudulent call centers and illegal casinos in the Kokang border region (Myanmar) with a turnover of over $4.2 billion.

Shenzhen Court Decision

Charges and Sentence

The death sentence was carried out following a ruling by the Shenzhen Intermediate People’s Court.

The court found the defendants guilty of fraud, kidnapping, extortion, forcing individuals into prostitution, as well as drug manufacturing and trafficking.

Defendants’ Appeals

The convicted individuals had previously filed appeals, but the Guangdong Provincial High People’s Court rejected all complaints and upheld the original verdict.

Criminal Network Activities

Fraud Centers and Casinos

According to the court, the Bai clan established a network of fraudulent call centers and illegal casinos in the Kokang region of Myanmar, near the border with China.

These operations involved online scams and gambling activities with a total turnover exceeding 29 billion yuan, equivalent to $4.2 billion.

Violent Crimes

The investigation revealed that the network engaged in kidnapping, extortion, and forced labor, with multiple cases of violence against victims.

Consequences and Key Figures

Deaths of Chinese Citizens

The court noted that the group’s criminal activities led to the deaths of six Chinese citizens and caused harm to others.

Death of Clan Leader

The leader of the group, Bai Suocheng, was sentenced to death in November 2025 but died of illness after the verdict was issued.