Immigration Police Crack Down on Illegal Aliens Working in Karaoke Establishments in Maha Sarakham

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On November 28, 2023, a task force led by Pol. Lt. Gen. Piyana Nontrasakul, commander of the Immigration Division 4, along with Pol. Col. Sitthi Sirikangwalakun and Pol. Col. Monwut Kosanan, deputy commanders of the Immigration Division 4, conducted a law enforcement operation targeting the residences of foreign nationals in Maha Sarakham.

 

This operation was carried out in accordance with the Immigration Act of 2522 and involved X-ray screenings to detect illegal activities, reported Siam Rath.

 

In an inspection on November 22, 2023, at 9:00 PM, the investigative team discovered foreign individuals working as entertainers inside a karaoke establishment in Maha Sarakham.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Authorities requested identification documents and found that three individuals were Laotian nationals entering the country with tourist visas (Form 30). However, they were found working as hostesses without the necessary work permits.

 

The employers were subsequently charged with hiring foreign workers without proper authorization, violating the 2017 Management of Alien Workers Act, and its 2018 amendment.

 

Lt. Gen. Piyana emphasized that these actions align with the government's policy to welcome foreign tourists for economic recovery in Maha Sarakham.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

He urged accommodation providers and employers in Maha Sarakham to comply with the law and report any suspicious activities related to foreign nationals.

 

For assistance or information regarding foreigners in Maha Sarakham, the public can contact the Immigration Division 4 at 043-750621 and 043-971278.

 

Top Picture: Siam Rath

 

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8 hours ago, webfact said:

Authorities requested identification documents and found that three individuals were Laotian nationals entering the country with tourist visas (Form 30). However, they were found working as hostesses without the necessary work permits.

The sex trade is also protected in Thailand.