An Israeli businessman has been arrested in Pai district, Mae Hong Son province, over allegations that he illegally operated, what was described by authorities as a studio business through nominee arrangements and provided false information in official registration documents.
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The suspect, identified only as Mr. Goren, 39, was taken into custody at a residence in Thung Yao subdistrict, Pai district, at around 15:00 on 4 June 2026. The arrest was carried out by officers from Provincial Police Region 5, Mae Hong Son Tourist Police and Pai district administrative officials acting under a warrant issued by the Pai branch of the Mae Hong Son Provincial Court.
Authorities allege that Goren conspired to provide false information to public officials for inclusion in official documents intended for use as evidence. Investigators said the alleged actions could have caused harm to other individuals or the public.
He is also accused of operating a studio business in a sector restricted to Thai nationals under Thailand’s foreign business regulations. In addition, authorities allege that Thai nationals or Thai entities were used to assist in conducting a foreign-owned business without the required authorisation.
According to investigators, officers received information that Goren was staying at a house in Pai district. Police travelled to the location to execute the arrest warrant and confirmed his identity before taking him into custody.
Police said Goren acknowledged that he was the individual named in the warrant and stated that he had not previously been arrested under the warrant. Officers then informed him of the allegations and his legal rights.
The arrest forms part of ongoing enforcement of Thailand’s foreign business regulations and procedures relating to company registration and ownership structures. Authorities have not released further details regarding the investigation or any additional suspects.
Khaosod reported that Goren was subsequently transferred to investigators for further legal proceedings. The case will now proceed through the legal process as authorities continue their investigation into the allegations.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 5 June 2026