Police Shut Down Russian Car Rental Network on Koh Pha Ngan

Tourist-Police Crackdown Shuts Down Russian-Run Car Rental Network on Koh Pha Ngan

Police dismantled a large car-rental network run by Russian nationals and other foreigners on Koh Pha Ngan, uncovering hundreds of unregistered vehicles and illegal operations. Several employees were found working without valid permits, while tourists claimed their passports had been withheld by the company. The arrests followed complaints from visitors about fraud and intimidation. The crackdown forms part of a broader effort to combat transnational crime in Thailand’s tourist hubs. Authorities are continuing inspections to prevent illegal business activities by foreign operators.