PATTAYA — A 66-year-old American man was arrested on June 3, 2025, in Pattaya after attempting to exchange counterfeit U.S. banknotes at a currency exchange booth near Jomtien Beach. The arrest took place after alert staff at the “TT Currency Exchange” identified the suspicious bills and contacted local police. Russian Tourist Arrested in Phuket for […]
PHUKET — A 36-year-old Russian national was arrested at Phuket International Airport this week in connection with alleged involvement in cybercrime and public fraud, according to Thai immigration authorities. Russian Man Arrested at Phuket Vehicle Rental Shop for Illegal Employment The arrest took place at the international arrivals terminal, where officers from Phuket Immigration detained […]
Police have apprehended a Chinese national in Pattaya for allegedly operating a fraudulent online marketplace, seizing assets valued at approximately 9 million baht. The suspect, identified only as Li, 30, was arrested at a condominium in Na Kluea, Bang Lamung district, following an investigation by the Technology Crime Suppression Division. Bank Staff Arrested for Aiding […]
PHUKET – Patong Police have detained a 25-year-old Saudi Arabian man following an arrest warrant issued by the Phuket Provincial Court. The arrest, conducted over the weekend, stems from charges of reckless driving leading to a serious accident that caused severe injuries to another individual. Saudi Tourists and Taxi Driver Fined after Brawl in Phuket […]
PHUKET – A foreign woman has been detained in Thalang district on allegations of engaging in illegal prostitution, marking the latest enforcement action under Thailand’s Prevention and Suppression of Prostitution Act. Alleged Russian Prostitute Arrested in Phuket The Phuket Tourist Police confirmed the arrest this week, though the suspect’s nationality remains undisclosed. Authorities took the […]
PATTAYA, May 21 – In a sweeping nighttime operation, over 50 suspects were detained during a coordinated crackdown on beachfront prostitution along Pattaya’s bustling shoreline. The multi-agency raid involved officers from Pattaya City Police, Tourist Police, Immigration Bureau, and provincial social welfare officials, aiming to curb illegal solicitation that has fueled violent incidents and damaged […]
CHONBURI – Three bank employees, including a branch manager, and two interpreters have been detained for allegedly assisting a Chinese call center gang in opening fraudulent bank accounts used to launder stolen funds, the Royal Thai Police reported. Authorities have also issued arrest warrants for 15 Chinese nationals linked to the operation. Thai Authorities Bust […]
Suvarnabhumi Airport, May 9 — A wanted Australian criminal’s plans for a tropical Phuket getaway came crashing down this morning when advanced facial recognition systems at Bangkok’s main international airport identified him as a fugitive wanted for armed robbery. Australian Tourist Jailed for Dangerous Motorbike Stunt in Phuket The suspect, known only as “Mr. Mc” […]
