Denpasar, Bali, May 5 -- Some 26 foreign nationals have been arrested in Bali for their suspected of involvement in an online scam syndicate, with the local immigration authority is confirming their fugitive status with their embassies in Jakarta.

"Information regarding whether the individuals are wanted is being requested from the embassies of the arrested nationals," Ngurah Rai Immigration Office Head Bugie Kurniawan said on Tuesday.

Kurniawan mentioned the 26 foreign nationals originated from several countries, including Philippines, and they are currently held at a facility under immigration authority.

The Denpasar Police, which is responsible for the case investigation, is coordinating with the Bali provincial police to determine ...