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Immigration police have arrested a 38-year-old Indian national in Nong Khai after he allegedly stayed at multiple hotels without paying, following the loss of more than US$216,000 in gambling across the border. Officers detained the man, identified as Rohit, at a hotel in the city centre on the evening of 13 November 2025, after reports from accommodation providers about his suspicious behaviour. His arrest immediately ended a weeks-long pattern of unpaid stays that had caused financial concerns for several local hotel operators.

 

Rohit had entered Thailand on 17 August 2025, with permission to stay that expired on 15 October 2025. Police Colonel Noppadol Rakchat, Chief of the Nong Khai Immigration Office, confirmed that officers received complaints indicating that the suspect had repeatedly checked into hotels and secured accommodation through fraudulent claims and left without paying. Authorities stated that he had failed to depart the country after his permission expired and had instead been hiding within Thailand.

 

During questioning, Rohit admitted withdrawing 7 million baht, approximately US$216,000, from his own bank account in one day before travelling to a neighbouring country, where he said he lost the entire amount through gambling. Unable to pay for hotels afterwards, he returned to Thailand and moved between several establishments in Nong Khai. Hotel staff, suspicious of his conduct, ultimately reported him to police, prompting the investigation that led to his arrest.

 

Authorities are now examining the source of the large withdrawal and the circumstances surrounding his gambling losses. Immigration officials confirmed that he has been charged with overstaying his permitted time in the Kingdom, a violation that carries potential fines, detention and deportation. The case has raised concerns about the ease with which overstayers can remain undetected while engaging in fraudulent activities.

 

Khoasod reported that Rohit is currently being processed at the Nong Khai Immigration Office as officers continue to review his financial records and movements. Further enquiries will determine whether additional charges will be brought in connection with his hotel stays and the origins of the 7 million baht. Authorities expect to conclude the investigation before initiating formal deportation procedures.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• Thai immigration police arrested a 38-year-old Indian man in Nong Khai after multiple unpaid hotel stays.

• The suspect admitted losing 7 million baht gambling abroad before returning to Thailand and overstaying.

• Authorities are investigating the source of the funds and preparing further actions, including deportation.

 

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  Adapted  by  Asean  Now from Khaosod 2025-11-15

 

 

 

 

How can you stat at a hotel and not pay, if it's a 4 or 5 star, you would need a credit card, if a budget dont they ask for the money up front?

"During questioning, Rohit admitted withdrawing 7 million baht, approximately US$216,000, from his own bank account in one day before traveling to a neighboring country, where he said he lost the entire amount through gambling."

 

Looks like he has major problems, like gambling disorder and he just made things a lot worse?

4 hours ago, mikeymike100 said:

How can you stat at a hotel and not pay, if it's a 4 or 5 star, you would need a credit card, if a budget dont they ask for the money up front?

 

I think the hotels need to look at their own processes....

 

"repeatedly checked into hotels and secured accommodation through fraudulent claims and left without paying"

22 minutes ago, Smokey and the Bandit said:

"During questioning, Rohit admitted withdrawing 7 million baht, approximately US$216,000, from his own bank account in one day before traveling to a neighboring country, where he said he lost the entire amount through gambling."

 

Looks like he has major problems, like gambling disorder and he just made things a lot worse?

Wait there is part two of this story. Where a ladyboy at Soi 6 stole his gold necklace valued at $7 million baht. He's now awaiting for the insurance company to confirm payment whilst in the police cell.😁

O M G, an Indian's tale of woe, who was not robbed by a ladyboy 

9 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Immigration police have arrested a 38-year-old Indian national in Nong Khai after he allegedly stayed at multiple hotels without paying, following the loss of more than US$216,000 in gambling across the border

A costly addiction...

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

A costly addiction...

 

...ìf tŕue. I have mý ďòubts.

Well at least his accommodation is booked for a while .

Seems a bit fishy that you would withdraw 7 million baht in one go to gamble surely it would be 1 or 2 million thinking you are going to make a profit then return to get more as you lost first amount

The guy is obviously a compulsive liar. I don’t believe a word he has said, as reported.

13 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

During questioning, Rohit admitted withdrawing 7 million baht, approximately US$216,000,

 

GPD per capita in India is $2,820 USD/year. Being able to save $216k would be a massive accomplishment. Maybe it was gambling profits?

I smell something related to bovines here. Withdrawing seven million would likely need notice to the bank, and an amount that big would certainly trigger a anti money laundering investigation. He must have opened the bank account previously as, and I may be wrong, you cannot open one on a 60 day visa.