Operation Chargeback: Investigation into massive credit card fraud network
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General Public Prosecutor's Office Koblenz
Germany and 8 other countries
March 13, 2026
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Authorities uncovered a fraud network using stolen credit card data for unauthorized subscriptions. Over 18 million subscriptions were created, affecting 3 million people in 193 countries. Total damages estimated at over 260 million euros. 44 suspects identified, with 18 arrests made in November 2025.
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