Nigerian Man Arrested Over Online Prostitution Scheme

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

In a planned sting operation, Thai tourist police successfully apprehended a 21-year-old Nigerian national, known as Mr John, on charges of offering sexual services via an online platform.

 

This arrest unfolded on 11th December 2024, near the Thephasadin Stadium within Bangkok’s Pathum Wan district. Mr John allegedly priced his services at 12,000 baht, asserting this was merely to supplement his funds while visiting the country.

 

The operation was initiated following information that Mr John (not his real name)  was using a public website to advertise illicit services. Acting on this intelligence, detectives crafted a plan using an undercover operative.

 

The agent contacted Mr John through the Line messaging app, setting up a meeting at the stadium to negotiate the terms.

 

Once the payment was discreetly exchanged, officers who had been monitoring the situation swiftly moved in, arresting Mr John and seizing his mobile phone, which contained incriminating evidence of the discussions.

During questioning, processed with the aid of an English-speaking interpreter, Mr John disclosed that he had arrived in Thailand as a tourist via Suvarnabhumi Airport on 21st October 2024.

 

His stay was permitted until 19th December 2024 under his tourist visa. Mr John admitted to offering sexual services online, claiming it was a side venture to earn extra money.

 

He has since been charged with offences related to soliciting prostitution and has been remanded to the Pathum Wan police station where further legal proceedings will be pursued.

 

This incident serves as a reminder of the vigilance required in monitoring and curbing illicit activities in the digital age. The authorities reaffirm their commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring Thailand remains a safe destination for genuine tourists.

 

Further investigations may follow to determine if Mr John was part of a larger network or acting independently. The police urge the public to report any suspicious activity as they continue to clamp down on illegal operations that tarnish the country's reputation, reported Daily News.

 

-- 2024-12-11

 

 

[KCPhuket]

Jail time deportation followed by lifetime ban.

What happened to good guys in bad guys out?

Maybe the destination Thailand Visa is just too easy to get.

[Dart12]

Must be the unluckiest kid in the world getting called out for that here.  Or are police blocked from viewing  thai friendly ? lol

[Oliver Holzerfilled]

Shouldn't the subject be pointing at whatever it was being offered?

[Joe Boy Walton]

" crafted a plan" & "This incident serves as a reminder of the vigilance required in monitoring and curbing illicit activities in the digital age. The authorities reaffirm their commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring Thailand remains a safe destination for genuine tourists." 🤣😂🤣

[hotchilli]

11 hours ago, webfact said:

Mr John allegedly priced his services at 12,000 baht, asserting this was merely to supplement his funds while visiting the country.

Must have extravagant tastes

[Truth Teller]

I thought 'John' was someone buying sex not selling it. Geez, times have changed.🤣

[klauskunkel]

11 hours ago, webfact said:

police successfully apprehended a Nigerian national

Mr John allegedly priced his services at 12,000 baht, asserting this was merely

a means to commence payment on previous email promises...

[quake]

1 hour ago, KCPhuket said:

What happened to good guys in bad guys out?

Maybe the destination Thailand Visa is just too easy to get.

 

I think the master of that slogan, has turned out to be one of the bad guys. 

Good cops in, Bad cops out.

 

[Toby1947]

Reserved occupation, Thais only 😂🤣

[RJRS1301]

13 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy: Daily News

 

In a planned sting operation, Thai tourist police successfully apprehended a 21-year-old Nigerian national, known as Mr John, on charges of offering sexual services via an online platform.

 

This arrest unfolded on 11th December 2024, near the Thephasadin Stadium within Bangkok’s Pathum Wan district. Mr John allegedly priced his services at 12,000 baht, asserting this was merely to supplement his funds while visiting the country.

 

The operation was initiated following information that Mr John (not his real name)  was using a public website to advertise illicit services. Acting on this intelligence, detectives crafted a plan using an undercover operative.

 

The agent contacted Mr John through the Line messaging app, setting up a meeting at the stadium to negotiate the terms.

 

Once the payment was discreetly exchanged, officers who had been monitoring the situation swiftly moved in, arresting Mr John and seizing his mobile phone, which contained incriminating evidence of the discussions.

 

During questioning, processed with the aid of an English-speaking interpreter, Mr John disclosed that he had arrived in Thailand as a tourist via Suvarnabhumi Airport on 21st October 2024.

 

His stay was permitted until 19th December 2024 under his tourist visa. Mr John admitted to offering sexual services online, claiming it was a side venture to earn extra money.

 

He has since been charged with offences related to soliciting prostitution and has been remanded to the Pathum Wan police station where further legal proceedings will be pursued.

 

This incident serves as a reminder of the vigilance required in monitoring and curbing illicit activities in the digital age. The authorities reaffirm their commitment to maintaining law and order, ensuring Thailand remains a safe destination for genuine tourists.

 

Further investigations may follow to determine if Mr John was part of a larger network or acting independently. The police urge the public to report any suspicious activity as they continue to clamp down on illegal operations that tarnish the country's reputation, reported Daily News.

 

-- 2024-12-11

 

 

I thought it was understood that prostitution is a protected industry

[Dave1954]

No work permit

[Parsve]

On ThaiFriendly 5 out of 10 messages offer sex for money (ST/LT). But that is of course Thai women that offer that, maybe other rules for those, I do not know.

[Genericnic]

5 hours ago, Dart12 said:

Must be the unluckiest kid in the world getting called out for that here.  Or are police blocked from viewing  thai friendly ? lol

When Craigslist closed its personals page years ago, most of the freelancers/prostitutes packed up and headed to Thaifriendly. 

[LALes]

good.  Now, how about his buddies all lined up on Sukhomvit near Soi 13?

[ronster]

Hope Bob didn't pay him in advance !!

[Nairbem]

6 hours ago, KCPhuket said:

Jail time deportation followed by lifetime ban.

What happened to good guys in bad guys out?

Maybe the destination Thailand Visa is just too easy to get.

I think 🤔 he was looking for in &out?

[Captain Flack]

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[Guderian]

A bit OT, but it gave me a smile... lol

 

[MangoKorat]

On 12/11/2024 at 10:50 AM, webfact said:

Acting on this intelligence, detectives crafted a plan using an undercover operative.

Really?  Have they nothing better to do?  How about solving some real crimes or prosecuting dangerous/drunk drivers that kill people?

[Kinok Farang]

12000 baht,that's 1000 baht an inch.

I could do it for a quarter of that.

[watchcat]

On 12/12/2024 at 12:34 AM, RJRS1301 said:

I thought it was understood that prostitution is a protected industry

 

Only for females.

[Will B Good]

 

 

 

Quite right......this is surely a reserved occupation....Thais only.

[bristolgeoff]

I see them in the centre of bkk everyone knows what they maybe up to.I just avoid them and walk str past them and ignore what they say

[sanabavy IV]

Well, he looks so well behaved and civilized in contrast to the other featured criminal...