# Fraud

The Price of Stolen Valor: Fraud Case Exposes the High Social Capital of Military Identity in China

A Chinese man who defrauded an acquaintance of 80,000 RMB by impersonating a decorated veteran and police officer has been detained. The case highlights the persistent issue of 'stolen valor' in China and the state's aggressive stance against those who exploit military prestige for financial gain.

SoMi2026年5月23日 19:23

#China#People's Liberation Army#Fraud

A group of soldiers in green uniforms marching outdoors, part of a ceremonial parade.

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Stolen Valor: The Rise and Fall of a Fake 'Special Forces King'

A man in Jiangxi province was arrested after a two-year scheme in which he impersonated an elite PLA soldier to defraud a businessman of 80,000 RMB. The suspect used counterfeit gear and fabricated combat stories to exploit the victim's admiration for the military.

SoMi2026年5月17日 07:23

#China#Military Impersonation#PLA