On December 11, 2024, Thai Tourist Police arrested a 21-year-old Nigerian national, referred to as Mr. John, in Bangkok’s Pathum Wan district, near Thephasadin Stadium. The arrest was made following an investigation into allegations that he was offering sexual services through an online platform.

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Mr. John reportedly charged 12,000 baht for his services. During questioning, he claimed that this was a means to supplement his travel funds while visiting Thailand.

Police in Thailand have arrested 2 Nigerian men and 4 Thai nationals for allegedly romance scams and using mule accounts to funnel money to foreign criminal gangs. pic.twitter.com/cPe1y5UX7L

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Authorities conducted a sting operation after monitoring his online activity. Evidence gathered during the operation corroborated the charges.

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The individual faces charges related to prostitution and unauthorized work under Thai law. He is also being investigated for potential violations of his visa conditions.

-Thailand News (TN)