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The public security bureau in Harbin, Northeast China's Heilongjiang Province on Tuesday issued a wanted notice with a bounty for three agents from the US National Security Agency (NSA) for their involvement in cyberattacks targeting the 9th Asian Winter Games held in Harbin in February.

Katheryn A Wilson, Robert J. Snelling and Stephen W. Johnson - all from the NSA's Office of Tailored Access Operation - were involved in cyberattacks against the information systems during the Asian Winter Games, according to a police statement. Investigations revealed that the three participated in cyberattacks targeting China's critical network infrastructures and enterprises, including Huawei.  

To combat cyber intrusion and espionage crimes committed by foreign entities against China in accordance with laws, and to safeguard national cybersecurity and safety of people's lives and property, wanted notices with rewards have been issued for the three criminal suspects, said the statement. 

Citizens who obtain relevant information about these individuals can immediately report to public security authorities. The identity of informants will be strictly confidential. Monetary rewards will be granted to those who provide effective clues to the public security authorities or those who assist the public security authorities in the capture of the suspects, according to the statement. 

Global Times