Tak Immigration Chief Replaced Amid Human Trafficking Concerns

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In response to reports of foreign nationals disappearing after being deceived into Thailand, the Immigration Bureau has reassigned the Tak Immigration Superintendent. The incident, suspected of involving human trafficking, has prompted swift action to maintain Thailand's image and integrity.

 

Acting Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, Police Major General Prashaya Prasansuk, issued an order (No. 24/2025) on February 12, transferring Police Colonel Bowornpop Sunthornrekha from his post in Tak province to the bureau’s Operations Centre. This decision follows media reports of tourists being lured into the country by fraudsters and vanishing near the Myanmar border, notably in the Mae Sot, Mae Ramat, and Phop Phra districts.

 

 

The reassignment aims to facilitate a thorough investigation and assess potential police involvement in any misconduct. It is crucial to both uphold the reputation of the Immigration Bureau and enhance its effectiveness.

 

Following this, Police Major General Prashaya also appointed Police Colonel Phloen Klinpayom, Deputy Commander of Immigration Division 3, as the Acting Superintendent of Tak Immigration through order No. 25/2025. This change takes effect immediately, pending further developments, to ensure continued oversight and action in response to these serious allegations, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-02-13