Mech Dara, an award-winning Cambodian journalist known for his investigations into online scam centers and human trafficking, has been arrested on charges of 'incitement to cause chaos'. Rights groups have expressed outrage at the detention, suggesting it is part of a broader crackdown on media freedoms in Cambodia. Dara's arrest, reported to have stemmed from his social media posts regarding trafficking and scam operations, has reignited concerns about the safety of journalists in the country. The journalist's work had garnered international recognition, highlighting the dangerous realities of cyber scams and human trafficking in the region.