Police raid Kinmirai Tsuushin on suspicion of fraud

Police raid Kinmirai Tsuushin on suspicion of fraud

OSAKA, Japan - Police officers walk into the Osaka branch office of Kinmirai Tsuushin Inc. in search of evidence on suspicion of fraud on Dec. 4. The Internet protocol telephone company has shut down most of its operations after having collected massive funds from investors. (Kyodo)

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