South Korean Fugitive Arrested in Pattaya for Electronics Fraud

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture of arrest.

 

Immigration and tourist police have arrested a 41-year-old South Korean man accused of defrauding multiple victims out of 1.155 billion won (approximately 31 million baht) through an electronics sales scam.

 

The suspect, who had been living illegally in Thailand for 90 days beyond his permitted stay, was wanted on an Interpol Red Notice for fraud. Officers apprehended him at a residence in North Pattaya, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chonburi, following a joint operation led by Pol. Maj. Gen. Chairit Anurit, Commander of Immigration Division 3, alongside Pol. Col. Ploen Klinpayom, Deputy Commander of Immigration Division 3, and officials from Pattaya Tourist Police.

 

The fugitive previously worked for a world-renowned electronics company in South Korea before being dismissed. However, he continued to pose as an employee, deceiving victims into purchasing high-end electronic goods. After receiving payments, he failed to deliver the promised products, leaving a significant number of customers defrauded.

 

With authorities in South Korea actively pursuing him, the suspect fled to Thailand, where he attempted to evade capture by hiding in Pattaya. Thai law enforcement, acting on intelligence, tracked him down and conducted a raid, where he confessed to being the individual listed on the Interpol Red Notice.

 

Upon verifying his identity, officials found that he had overstayed his visa by 90 days. He has been taken into custody and handed over to investigators for legal proceedings, with extradition arrangements expected to follow.

 

Thai authorities reaffirmed their commitment to cracking down on international fugitives using the country as a hideout, stressing that law enforcement agencies remain vigilant in cooperating with global counterparts to ensure justice.

 

-- 2025-02-13