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Crime Three Chinese Nationals Arrested in Chiang Mai for Running Online Gambling Operation
Picture courtesy of Workpoint. Three Chinese men have been arrested in Chiang Mai after allegedly using student visas as a cover to operate an illegal online gambling website targeting fellow Chinese nationals. Authorities say the trio were running a sophisticated operation from a rented house in a well-known housing estate in San Sai district. The arrests were led by Pol. Lt. Gen. Krittapol Yeesakhorn, Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 5, alongside officers from the Region 5 Technology Crime Suppression Centre, Immigration Police, and the Tourist Police. The operation followed a tip-off about suspicious activities at the residence. During the raid, officers apprehended three Chinese men aged between 29 and 30. Seized at the scene were three laptop computers, seven mobile phones, internet equipment and various digital devices. Examination of the computers revealed they were operating an international gambling website called “GO 1818,” presented entirely in Chinese and designed to lure Chinese users into online gambling. Initial investigations showed that the suspects had originally entered Thailand on tourist visas, later enrolling in educational institutions to obtain student visas. Since September 2024, they had been renting the house for 22,000 baht per month. Acting as administrators for the gambling site, each earned a reported monthly salary of 50,000 baht. Police confirmed that the overall operation was being directed by a ringleader based in China. The investigation was sparked by complaints from neighbours and local residents who noticed the foreign occupants rarely left the house for weeks, behaviour inconsistent with typical tourists or students. This led to the court-approved search warrant and subsequent arrests. The suspects have been charged with “organising or promoting gambling via electronic media without permission,” a serious offence under the law. Pol. Lt. Gen. Krittapol stated that the operation was highly organised and believed to be part of a wider transnational gambling network. He raised concerns about the abuse of student visa channels by foreign nationals seeking to establish illicit operations in Thailand. He urged educational institutions to carefully review and consider revoking the student visas of individuals who may be using enrolment as a cover for illegal activities. Immigration authorities will now conduct a full review of visa issuance procedures and perform thorough background checks on foreign nationals holding student visas in the country. Adapted by Asean Now from Workpoint 2025-06-17 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 17 June 2025
Schoolteacher Behind Student Van Attack Issues Public Apology, Cites Stress & Exhaustion Picture courtesy of Matichon. A man who shocked a student transport van full of children by smashing its front window has turned himself in, revealing he is a contract teacher at a school in Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai. The incident, which took place on 12 June, had caused widespread concern among parents and educators. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1363853-schoolteacher-behind-student-van-attack-issues-public-apology-cites-stress-exhaustion/ -
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Crime Schoolteacher Behind Student Van Attack Issues Public Apology, Cites Stress & Exhaustion
Picture courtesy of Matichon. A man who shocked a student transport van full of children by smashing its front window has turned himself in, revealing he is a contract teacher at a school in Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai. The incident, which took place on 12 June, had caused widespread concern among parents and educators. The suspect, identified as Mr. Rinn 43, confessed to Mae Sai Police Station on 16 June after a CCTV investigation traced the suspect’s escape route. The footage showed a man in a yellow shirt and full-face helmet riding a motorcycle, making an obscene gesture and then forcefully striking the windscreen of the student van with his hand, cracking the glass. The van was in the process of dropping off students at the time. The driver had already filed a formal complaint on 15 June, citing the trauma caused to the children and the damage to the vehicle. Mr. Rinn claimed his actions were triggered by a misunderstanding. He had recently purchased a new motorcycle and believed the school van had dangerously cut him off, causing him to fall. Coupled with fatigue, heat and mounting work pressure, he admitted he lost control of his emotions. “I had just fallen. I was exhausted and hot. I tried to speak with the driver calmly, but he wouldn’t engage and I snapped,” Mr. Rinn told officers, adding that he brought the motorcycle, helmet and yellow shirt used during the incident to the station as part of his surrender. He expressed deep remorse for his actions: “I sincerely apologise. I should have handled things better and controlled my anger. I wasn’t thinking clearly. If I could go back in time, I would never have done this, even if my bike was more damaged.” Mr. Rinn also appealed for public understanding, saying the viral footage did not fully capture the context or his original intention, which was to seek a civil conversation. “I was trying to get home to my wife and child. I was overwhelmed with responsibilities and stress. I didn’t intend for it to end like this,” he said. Mae Sai Police Superintendent, Pol. Col. Technik Jansi, confirmed that the investigation is ongoing. Officers have been assigned to gather further evidence and take formal statements from all parties involved. Some parents of the students affected have also indicated they will file additional complaints. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-06-17 -
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Crime Drunk Foreigner’s Wild Rampage Shocks Chiang Khan Tourists
The fact that he is the only motorcyclist in the video wearing a helmet should earn him a commendation from the police and fines for all those who are not. -
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Report British Influencer's Lamborghini Recovered in Thailand After Eight-Year Saga
I can't imagine renting out cars without having trackers on them, especially cars like those. And if it has some BS to do with privacy... bury the tracker info in the fine print of the rental contract that nobody reads. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Tuesday 17 June 2025
Two Malaysians Arrested Near Sadao Border with Suspected Call Centre Equipment Picture courtesy of Naewna. Two Malaysian nationals have been arrested, after allegedly smuggling illegal telecommunication equipment, which is believed to be destined for a Thai-based call centre scam operation. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1363852-two-malaysians-arrested-near-sadao-border-with-suspected-call-centre-equipment/
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