China's Public Security Bureau Issues Amnesty Notice for Chen Zhi Crime Syndicate Members

According to CCTV News, China’s law enforcement authorities announced an important directive this week aimed at members of a major organized crime network. The initiative centers on Chen Zhi, a fugitive wanted for leading cross-border criminal operations spanning multiple jurisdictions.

Major International Crime Operation Exposed

On January 15th, PANews reported that Chen Zhi, the ringleader of a transnational gambling and fraud enterprise, was recently transferred from Cambodia to China following an extradition agreement. This criminal organization has been implicated in a series of serious offenses, including sophisticated fraud schemes, illegal gambling operations, unlicensed business activities, and money laundering. The public security apparatus has launched a comprehensive investigation into all related parties and financial transactions.

Government Appeals to Suspects with Lenient Treatment Options

To balance enforcement with rehabilitation and demonstrate the principle of combining stern punishment with opportunities for reform, Chinese authorities have established a strategic amnesty window. The Ministry of Public Security has announced that any individual associated with the Chen Zhi organization who comes forward voluntarily before February 15, 2026, can benefit from potential sentence reductions or suspended sentences in exchange for full cooperation and honest admission of wrongdoing.

The notice specifically protects those who elect to surrender from retaliation, stating that anyone engaging in threats, intimidation, or interference with would-be defectors will face criminal prosecution. This provision aims to encourage members to make the difficult choice to cooperate with authorities.

Enforcement Actions Against Non-Cooperating Members

For those who reject this opportunity and continue evading justice, the public security organs have declared their commitment to aggressive pursuit. Non-compliant individuals will be placed on national wanted lists, subject to intensive manhunts, and prosecuted to the full extent of the law upon apprehension. This two-pronged approach—combining incentives for cooperation with severe consequences for defiance—underscores the government’s determination to dismantle the Chen Zhi network completely.

The authorities urge remaining suspects to reassess their circumstances, recognize the gravity of their situation, and surrender to the nearest public security office without delay. The February deadline marks a critical juncture for these individuals to secure more favorable legal outcomes.