大爷“40元一棵”买鹿茸，切完后摊主改称按克计价要价8000！全国上百人受害

Core Viewpoint - A significant criminal gang operating across 14 provinces in China has been uncovered, involving 113 victims, primarily targeting elderly individuals through deceptive sales tactics in local markets [1][4]. Group 1: Criminal Activities - The gang, led by a person named Luan, has been active since September 2022, using false advertising of deer antler and deer whip products to lure elderly victims to secluded areas [5]. - The gang employed various tactics such as misrepresenting pricing and using threats to force victims into transactions, resulting in nearly one million yuan in fraudulent sales [5]. - The criminal organization consisted of five sub-groups, each with roles including vendors, accomplices, and lookout personnel, indicating a well-structured operation [5]. Group 2: Investigation and Legal Proceedings - Following the initial report by a victim, law enforcement quickly identified and apprehended suspects, leading to the discovery of a larger organized crime network through evidence such as transaction records and victim statements [4][5]. - The prosecution identified 10 core members of the gang as a significant organized crime group due to their high level of organization and repeated offenses, leading to charges of forced transactions against 28 defendants [7]. - On September 30, 2024, the court sentenced the 28 defendants to prison terms ranging from five years and eight months to five months, along with fines [9]. Group 3: Social Impact and Recommendations - The case highlighted issues regarding the protection of elderly rights and the management of market order, prompting the prosecution to issue recommendations for special governance actions to safeguard the financial interests of elderly individuals [9].