Cambodian Journalists Alliance Association

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Mech Dara, an independent journalist based in Phnom Penh, as seen in a photo shared on Facebook.

Journalist, Noted for Scam Compound Coverage, Arrested

UPDATE: Dara has been charged with "incitement to disturb social security" over his social media posts from September and has been placed in pre-trial detention at Kandal provincial prison, according to Phnom Penh Municipal Court spokesperson Y Rin. The charge falls under Articles 494 and 495 of Cambodia’s Criminal Code.Note: This article was updated at 6:00 p.m on October 1, 2024, based on information provided by Phnom Penh Municipality Court spokesperson Y Rin.