PATTAYA — Tourist police have apprehended a Chinese man who overstayed his visa by nearly two years, following a targeted operation in Jomtien. The arrest, made on September 2, highlights ongoing efforts to enforce immigration laws in popular tourist destinations.

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The suspect, identified as Mr. Liu, was tracked to a petrol station after surveillance led officers to a pool villa where he had been residing. Led by Pol Col Songwut Chueaplarkit and Pol Lt Col Somchanok Chaiprasertsakul, the tourist police team confirmed Liu had remained in Thailand for 678 days beyond his legal stay.

Witnesses reported Liu appeared visibly shaken during the arrest, with trembling hands and a pale complexion. He admitted to possessing no valid passport or documentation. Police transferred him to Pattaya City Police Station for legal processing, where he faces charges for visa overstay and illegal residence.

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Authorities reiterated the importance of public vigilance and urged residents to report suspected immigration violations. The case underscores Thailand’s intensified crackdown on overstays and illegal activities by foreigners, particularly in regions like Pattaya with high tourist density. Investigations continue to ensure compliance with immigration regulations.

-Thailand News (TN)