Online Gambling Network ‘FAST24H’ Dismantled in Pattaya, Monthly Turnover Exceeded 9 Million

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Cyber police have raided and dismantled an online gambling operation, known as “FAST24H,” based in the Pattaya area, which reportedly generated over 9 million baht in monthly turnover. Two suspects have been arrested in connection with the illegal website, which had more than 6,800 users nationwide.

The raid was ordered by Pol. Lt. Gen. Trirong Phiwphan, Commissioner of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB), under the policy direction of National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphuet. The operation was carried out by a combined task force, including Pol. Maj. Gen. Kritachaya Bamrung Rattanayot, Deputy Commissioner of the CCIB and several senior officers from both national cyber units and local forces.

Armed with a warrant issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court (No. 117/2568), cyber police raided a condominium in Pattaya, where they arrested two individuals: Mr. Chanachai, 22, from Samut Sakhon province and Mr. Siwakorn, 24, from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. Seized from the scene were two computers, a router, seven bank books, nine debit cards and two modified blank-firing handguns, one a .38 calibre and another .380 calibre, with 52 rounds of ammunition.

The “FAST24H” platform offered a wide range of online gambling services including slot games, baccarat, poker, fish-shooting games, hi-lo, dragon-tiger, live casino games, lotteries and sports betting. Users deposited funds through Thai bank accounts and could request withdrawals online. The website had been in operation for four months and used automated systems with live chat support and promotional campaigns to attract new players.

During questioning, Mr. Chanachai admitted to being an administrator responsible for creating video advertisements for the gambling site. Mr. Siwakorn managed digital marketing campaigns and ran online ads to attract new users. Both claimed to receive monthly compensation ranging from 20,000 to 40,000 baht.

The two were charged with “organising, advertising, or persuading others, directly or indirectly, to gamble via electronic media without permission,” as well as “illegal possession and use of firearms and ammunition.”

Further investigation revealed that Mr. Siwakorn was also the subject of an outstanding arrest warrant issued by the Thanyaburi Provincial Court (Warrant No. 211/2568, dated 27 February 2024), for alleged involvement in a violent nighttime home invasion and assault in Pathum Thani province.

The suspects and seized evidence have been handed over to investigators for legal proceedings. Authorities have vowed to continue cracking down on online gambling operations that exploit vulnerable populations and promote illegal activity throughout the country.

  Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-06-15