Three Chinese nationals have been arrested in Thailand after police dismantled an online counterfeit cosmetics network and seized more than 704,000 fake items across multiple locations in Samut Prakan and Bangkok on 29 April 2026. The suspects, identified as Mr Sengjin, Mr Chuyong and Mr Chadong, were detained following coordinated raids at five sites, including a warehouse in Pak Nam, Mueang Samut Prakan, a commercial building in Bang Khae, Bangkok and a house in Soi Bobae, Rong Mueang, Pathumwan, Bangkok.
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The operation was led by the Economic Crime Suppression Division under the direction of Pol Maj Gen Thatphum Charupratch, with Pol Col Phuwadet Julkasawet, Pol Lt Col Wissarut Thai-chanat and Pol Sub Lt Nopphawat Tharicharanphan overseeing the investigation team. Officers executed search warrants issued by the Samut Prakan Provincial Court and the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court after receiving a complaint from rights holders about counterfeit versions of branded skincare products being sold at unusually low prices through online platforms.
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Authorities said the group allegedly marketed sunscreen, cream sachets and other skincare products that mimicked well-known brands, misleading consumers into believing they were discounted genuine goods. A total of 22 categories of counterfeit cosmetic products were seized, with the combined haul amounting to 704,085 individual items.
During questioning, Mr Sengjin reportedly admitted to all charges, while the other two suspects denied involvement. All three were initially charged with jointly possessing counterfeit trademark goods intended for sale in violation of Thailand’s intellectual property laws, before being handed over to investigators at the Economic Crime Suppression Division for further legal proceedings.
Thaitabloid reported that police said the network operated across multiple storage and distribution points to supply online sellers, highlighting the continued use of e-commerce platforms for distributing counterfeit goods in Thailand. Authorities added that the investigation is ongoing to determine whether additional suspects or financial backers are involved.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 1 May 2026