Immigration police have arrested a Swedish national wanted under an Interpol Red Notice, who had been hiding in a condominium in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit area. The suspect, identified only as Mr. Knut, was also found to have overstayed his visa, prompting immediate legal action under Thai immigration law. Authorities say the arrest reinforces ongoing efforts to crack down on transnational crime in Thailand.

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The operation was conducted on 17 March 2026 at around 17:00, following coordination between Thailand’s Immigration Bureau and the Swedish Embassy in Bangkok. The arrest was ordered under the direction of Pol Lt Gen Phanumart Boonyalak, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, along with senior officers overseeing efforts to target foreign criminals using Thailand as a base. Investigators, led by Pol Lt Col Sitthichai Khemklat, tracked the suspect after receiving intelligence that he was wanted in Sweden for serious offences.

According to immigration records, Mr. Knut entered Thailand on 5 December 2023 and was last granted permission to stay until 3 March 2026 by Chon Buri Immigration. Officials confirmed that his permitted stay had expired, placing him in overstay status at the time of arrest. He was subsequently charged with remaining in the Kingdom beyond his authorised period and handed over to local investigators for legal proceedings.

Authorities emphasised that the arrest highlights the importance of international cooperation, particularly with organisations such as Interpol. The Immigration Bureau stated that intelligence-sharing with foreign agencies is a key strategy in identifying and apprehending fugitives who attempt to evade justice by relocating abroad. The case also reflects growing scrutiny of foreign nationals residing in Thailand beyond permitted visa conditions.

Naewna reported that officials confirmed that Mr. Knut will face legal proceedings in Thailand related to his overstay, while preparations are underway to coordinate his deportation. He is expected to be returned to Sweden to face charges linked to the Interpol Red Notice issued against him. The Immigration Bureau reiterated its commitment to strengthening cross-border enforcement and ensuring public safety through continued collaboration with international partners.

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Ok, Mr. Knut! Your time in Thailand is over. Now home to Sweden to face the reality of what you´ve done! Good riddance!

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Swedish police have been successfull tracking down criminals abroad since last year. They have decrypted a lot of online chats used by criminals so the happy days are over for them.

During 2025 not less than 280 criminals hiding abroad were arrested. This year , January 19 criminals and March 13 + Mr Knut.

No notice on https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/Red-Notices/View-Red-Notices for MR Knut

Time for Mr K-nut to go to the K-nackers yard. Sorry but your time is up

His shirt matches theirs.

And Knut is a first name.

18 minutes ago, Jenkins9039 said:

No notice on https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/Red-Notices/View-Red-Notices for MR Knut

If you read the introduction contained in your own link, you would understand that only a minority of Red Notices are published online for public view. Most Notices are for police use only to facilitate international cooperation.

“A Red Notice is a request to law enforcement worldwide to locate and provisionally arrest a person pending extradition, surrender, or similar legal action. A Red Notice is not an international arrest warrant.

The individuals are wanted by the requesting member country, or international tribunal. Member countries apply their own laws in deciding whether to arrest a person.

The majority of Red Notices are restricted to law enforcement use only.

Extracts of Red Notices are published at the request of the member country concerned and where the public’s help may be needed to locate an individual or if the individual may pose a threat to public safety.”

On 3/19/2026 at 2:38 AM, Gottfrid said:

Ok, Mr. Knut! Your time in Thailand is over. Now home to Sweden to face the reality of what you´ve done! Good riddance!

Assuming he has indeed been naughty in Sweden I suspect he will deeply regret being found here in Bkk

4 hours ago, Jenkins9039 said:

No notice on https://www.interpol.int/en/How-we-work/Notices/Red-Notices/View-Red-Notices for MR Knut

90% of Interpol notices are not publicly viewable. It's primarily a database for member police forces, not the hoi polloi.