Thailand News Archives - Page 33 of 49

Arrest of Scammers Trafficked by Chinese Gangs: A Detailed Overview

richard1 year ago4 mins

In recent months, the Immigration Bureau (IB) has arrested at least 20 Chinese nationals who were smuggled into Thailand from Cambodia. These individuals were en route to Myanmar to work for callcentre gangs. Investigations revealed that they were working for Chineseoperated gangs, intending to transfer their base of operations to Myanmar. Immigration Bureau Commissioner, Pol Lt Gen Pakphumpipat Sajjaphan, and his deputy, Pol Maj Gen Phanthana Nutchanart, stated on Monday that the Chinese operators were moving both their compatriots and Thai nationals to Myanmar following crackdowns in Cambodia.

Illegal Artefact Trading: A Growing Concern in Thailand

richard1 year ago4 mins

In a recent crackdown on illegal antiquities trading, Thai authorities arrested three men who were found digging up and selling historical artefacts online. Following police raids in Chiang Mai, Phayao, Sukhothai, and Lamphang provinces, a total of 970 artefacts were seized, along with 11 metal scanners, and various digging tools. Additionally, four bank accounts belonging to the suspects were frozen.

Russian Suspect Arrested in Connection with Phone Scam Gang

richard1 year ago3 mins

A Russian man, suspected of being involved in a phone scam gang based in Cambodia, has been arrested on Koh Samui, an island in Thailand. The scam is linked to familydebt murders in Samut Prakan. The suspect, Daniil Aldunenkov, 31, was taken into custody at the Panorama Hotel in Koh Samui district on September 4, 2023.

Teen Apprehended After French Father Found Fatally Beaten

richard1 year ago3 mins

A 19yearold man has been arrested following the grisly discovery of his French father, fatally beaten with a hammer in their Phra Khanong residence in Bangkok. The incident took place in a threestory townhouse located in Soi Pridi Banomyong 13, Watthana district.

Chinese Scam Gang Busted in Pattaya

richard1 year ago3 mins

On the east side of Pattaya City, in Bang Lamung district, 16 Chinese nationals were apprehended during a police raid on a compound containing four houses. These individuals have been alleged as members of a phone scam gang. Additionally, a Thai maid who looked after the properties located in tambon Nong Prue was taken in for questioning.

Impact of Drought on Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary

richard1 year ago4 mins

The Huay Kha Khaeng Wildlife Sanctuary, located in Thailand, has recently experienced a severe drought attributed to the El Nino weather phenomenon. This has caused significant disruption to the local ecosystem, particularly affecting the availability of food and water for the resident wildlife.

Surrogacy Ring Crackdown: DSI Raids Clinics across Thailand

richard1 year ago4 mins

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has recently conducted a series of raids targeting clinics suspected of involvement in a transnational surrogacy ring. Three locations in Bangkok and one in Nong Khai have been searched, with one arrest made so far.

Model and Suspects Deny Involvement in Alleged Scam Network

richard1 year ago3 mins

On September 1, Jakkreena “Kiki Maxim” Chookhaowsri, a model, and eight other suspects were arrested for their alleged involvement in a Chineseled scam network. The Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD) took them to the Criminal Court to seek their detention. The suspects were apprehended during a police crackdown operation targeting illegal activities, including cryptocurrency investment fraud, romance fraud, and money laundering.

Woman Arrested at Border: Tragic Connection to Scam Gang

richard1 year ago4 mins

A young woman named Suchada Chabutsri, 19, was arrested in the arrivals area of the Sa Kaeo border checkpoint as she returned to Thailand from Cambodia through Poipet township. The arrest was made on Tuesday night by the immigration and local police. Suchada was wanted on an arrest warrant issued by the Samut Prakan Provincial Court on August 28 for collusion in fraud, inputting false information into a computer system causing damage to people, and opening a bank account for fraudulent purposes.

Chinese Couple Arrested in Thailand for Massive Fraud

richard1 year ago3 mins

A Chinese couple has been apprehended by the Immigration Bureau in Thailand for their alleged involvement in fraudulent investment schemes in China. These schemes reportedly caused damages amounting to over 1.5 billion baht. The arrest was made following a request from Chinese authorities who suspected the couple fled to Thailand after conning their compatriots out of this significant sum.