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In a decisive move against cybercrime, Thailand's Crime Suppression Division has apprehended Demin Wen, a 35-year-old Chinese national believed to helm one of the country's largest call scam operations. The arrest took place near the Cambodian border, specifically in Ban Non Sao Ae village within Sa Kaeo’s Aranyaprathet district.

 

The arrest, announced by Pol Maj Gen Montree Theskhan, follows a meticulously executed operation targeting a series of scam call centres that have become a plague in the region. Demin Wen is suspected of orchestrating a sophisticated network involving numerous SIM boxes, SIM cards, and other crucial telecommunications equipment. These tools were allegedly housed in various rental properties across Chiang Mai province, strategically used to perpetuate scams.

 

Authorities had previously raided these buildings, detaining Mr Wen's Thai wife who was allegedly tasked with overseeing operations. The raids were fruitful, leading to the seizure of an extensive arsenal: 642 SIM boxes, around 590,000 SIM cards, 72 computers, and 1,455 mobile phones were confiscated. The magnitude of this operation highlights the staggering scale of the fraudulent activities.

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Upon the initial crackdown, Wen narrowly evaded capture, fleeing from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Sawan where he abandoned his vehicle before making his way to Bangkok by bus. His escape was reportedly facilitated by his Chinese wife, Yin Xiaoying, who allegedly orchestrated a further retreat to Sa Kaeo, teetering on the edge of Cambodia.

 

In a twist, Demin Wen professed ignorance of his Thai wife's arrest, claiming his intent was merely to visit the Rong Kluea market in Sa Kaeo. This statement, however, failed to convince authorities who had meticulously tracked his movements.

 

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Adding to the saga, Yin Xiaoying, aged 37, was apprehended separately at Suvarnabhumi Airport, effectively truncating their getaway plans.

 

This operation underscores the cross-border complexity of cybercrime and exposes the vulnerabilities exploited by scam networks, which target unsuspecting victims both locally and globally.

 

With a combined cache of equipment potentially worth millions in Thai Baht, the ramifications of this takedown are expected to resonate through criminal circles, serving as both a deterrent and a call to action for enhanced international cooperation against such illicit schemes.

 

The successful apprehension of Demin Wen and his accomplices marks a significant triumph for Thai law enforcement. The move also signals a robust stance against organised scams, albeit amid global efforts to curb such transnational criminal activities.

 

As the investigation unfolds, further insights into the scale and operations of these call scam networks are anticipated, offering potential lessons for other nations grappling with similar challenges, reported MGR online.

 

 

-- 2024-12-03

 

 

Excellent news & well done to the people involved with his capture, - now try him - fine him - imprison him - then deport him !!!

Two wives ?

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Two wives ?

 

Renting a Thai "wife" is so easy in Thailand, isn't it?

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Two wives ?

Hero or stupid - 1 wife is more than enough for most of us, you would be under starter's orders 24/7.

The Chinese government rarely, if ever, cooperates in nailing these con artists.  I think many operate with the blessings of the CCP.

they should hang him ....    send a message to other call center scammers. 

Thailands govt dragging down their country with their dependence on chinese and russian tourism

14 minutes ago, mdr224 said:

Thailands govt dragging down their country with their dependence on chinese and russian tourism

Very true, unfortunately.

Arrest him, try him, sentence him and then let him out on bail. Those are the steps.

2 hours ago, Artisi said:

Hero or stupid - 1 wife is more than enough for most of us, you would be under starter's orders 24/7.

Need Thai wife to do registration ….house , car, utilities, ….  

1 hour ago, Hawaiian said:

Very true, unfortunately.

Current administration reaps the benefit leaving future administration to deal with the mess. .. same as other western countries. 

 

They caught him in his underwear...

1 hour ago, Ctkong said:

Need Thai wife to do registration ….house , car, utilities, ….  

That's what I said, 1 is enough. 

2 hours ago, steven.g said:

Arrest him, try him, sentence him and then let him out on bail. Those are the steps.

Making sure he had his passport.