Crime Russian Man Arrested for Visa Overstay After Living in Koh Phangan Temple for 8 Months

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A 30-year-old Russian man, Maksim Abroskin, has been arrested on Koh Phangan after authorities discovered he had been living unlawfully in a temple for over eight months.

 

The arrest was made on 19th May following a coordinated effort by local administration officials and Surat Thani immigration police, prompted by reports from the community about his suspicious behaviour.

 

Abroskin travelled to Thailand on a tourist visa, which expired six months before his arrest. Finding himself stranded on the island with no resources, he resorted to residing at Wat Sri Thanu, a local temple on Koh Phangan.

 

During his stay, he allegedly relied on temple donations for sustenance, drawing the attention of locals who reported his activities to officials.

 

Picture courtesy of Facebook Public Relations Office Area 5

 

The operation was directed by Teerut Suphawibulphol, the Surat Thani Governor, along with Koh Phangan district officers and immigration officials. On arrival at the temple, authorities confirmed that Abroskin had overstayed his visa by 194 days, violating Thai immigration laws.

 

Abroskin has been charged with illegally staying in the country beyond his visa allowance. The case will now proceed with him in police custody as legal processes unfold.

 

This incident highlights the ongoing challenges the Thai immigration office faces, particularly in popular tourist destinations like Koh Phangan, where extended stays can sometimes go unnoticed.

 

The collaboration between local officials and the community played a key role in the identification and apprehension of the foreign national.

 

The case serves as a reminder for tourists on the importance of adhering to visa regulations and ensuring their legal status while in the country.

 

Abroskin now faces legal consequences and deportation, reflecting the strict enforcement of immigration laws in Thailand.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Public Relations Office Area 5 2025-05-21

 

 

[JoseThailand]

He simply didn't want to go to war to kill innocent Ukrainians

[PJ71]

More grass's.

[ChrisY1]

Hope he can handle an AK!

[baansgr]

Problems immigration have?????..try UKs immigration, they got 3 million violent,thieving terrorists to deal with

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[NickyLouie]

16 minutes ago, baansgr said:

Problems immigration have?????..try UKs immigration, they got 3 million violent,thieving terrorists to deal with

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Y'all need Trump 

[KireB]

Sending back , is sending him to a mere death. Give him a refugee status Thailand.

[Hakuna Matata]

9 hours ago, webfact said:

A 30-year-old Russian man, Maksim Abroskin, has been arrested on Koh Phangan after authorities discovered he had been living unlawfully in a temple for over eight months.

 

OMG, those pesky Russians are everywhere!

 

 

[Hakuna Matata]

4 hours ago, KireB said:

Sending back , is sending him to a mere death. Give him a refugee status Thailand.

 

Give him Thailand citizenship and Thai National ID card with chip for free!

[Hakuna Matata]

5 hours ago, ChrisY1 said:

Hope he can handle an AK!

 

Only AK 47 😮

[picctrainop]

5 hours ago, baansgr said:

Problems immigration have?????..try UKs immigration, they got 3 million violent,thieving terrorists to deal with

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But One Less Racist Idiot… 🙄