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Crime Former National Business Champion Arrested for Leading Vehicle Rental Scam
Picture courtesy of Khoasod. Police have arrested a former national business project champion and online influencer at the centre of a criminal ring that fraudulently leased dozens of vehicles before smuggling them across the border. The arrest was announced during a press conference at the Crime Suppression Division headquarters as part of the operation codenamed “Fast Fraud Furious: Hunt for the Young Mastermind”. Four suspects were detained in total, with the alleged ringleader identified as Mr. Pattharjarin aged 27. Also arrested were Ms. Mananchaya (36), who arranged lease contracts; Ms. Pornphan (37), who acted under power of attorney to execute the agreements; and Ms. Nawarat (42), who handled financial transactions for vehicle rentals. All four are charged under arrest warrants issued by the Min Buri Criminal Court for “jointly committing theft through deception.” Police said the group fronted a fake business registered as a poultry meat processing company, claiming to need vehicles to deliver meat to customers. In March 2025, a Bangkok-based car rental company reported suspicious behaviour after leasing six small trucks to the group at 19,000 baht per vehicle per month for a five-year term. To build credibility, the suspects brought company representatives to a legitimate-looking premises in the Lam Phak Chi area before signing contracts and paying one month’s rent in advance. However, soon after the handover, the rental company discovered that the GPS systems had been removed from all vehicles, and attempts to reach the so-called poultry company were ignored. Police later found that the vehicles had likely been transported to neighbouring countries. Further investigation revealed that the group had approached at least four other rental companies in Bangkok, attempting to acquire a total of 24 vehicles. Fourteen had already been delivered, but authorities managed to intercept the final 10 before handover. According to Pol Col Phakkaphon Suchon, the group operated as an organised scam, exploiting the guise of legitimate businesses to repeatedly lease and resell vehicles. Authorities believe the ring had been active for over two years, acquiring at least 50 vehicles through deception. The investigation revealed the structure of the criminal network: • Mr. Pattharjarin: Mastermind of the operation, who posed as a company employee and negotiated with rental firms. • Ms. Mananchaya: Company director who created the impression of legitimacy and signed lease agreements. • Ms. Pornphan: Legal representative who signed contracts and received vehicles. • Ms. Nawarat: Responsible for making advance payments via over-the-counter deposits to obscure financial trails. At the time of arrest, all suspects denied the charges. Pol Lt Col Krit added that Mr. Pattharjarin had previously enjoyed notoriety as an online influencer and business competition winner, frequently posting photos with celebrities to boost his profile. In recent years, he began recruiting others to invest in various business ventures, which may have helped him establish trust with co-conspirators. Police are continuing to investigate the network, believing it was formed through connections made on social media platforms, and may have involved further victims and accomplices. Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-05-09. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 9 May 2025
Drug-Intoxicated Man Sets His Own House on Fire, Blaze Spreads to Neighbour’s Home Picture courtesy of Amarin. A 59-year-old man, reportedly under the influence of methamphetamine, has been arrested after deliberately setting fire to his own home, which then spread to a neighbouring house, destroying both. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360178-drug-intoxicated-man-sets-his-own-house-on-fire-blaze-spreads-to-neighbour’s-home/ -
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Crime Drug-Intoxicated Man Sets His Own House on Fire, Blaze Spreads to Neighbour’s Home
Picture courtesy of Amarin. A 59-year-old man, reportedly under the influence of methamphetamine, has been arrested after deliberately setting fire to his own home, which then spread to a neighbouring house, destroying both. Emergency services received reports of a house fire at approximately 17:20 on 7 May, in Ban Nong Krathum, Mueang District, and quickly deployed fire engines from the Nong Krathum Subdistrict Administrative Organisation and Nakhon Ratchasima Municipality. Firefighters battled the blaze for nearly an hour before bringing it under control. The fire began at House No. 533, Moo 1, and engulfed two adjoining semi-concrete, semi-wooden houses. Both were completely destroyed. Police from Muang Nakhon Ratchasima Station arrested the suspect, Mr. Phattarakorn Taewjorhor, 59, who was identified as the owner of the house where the fire began. Officers reported that Mr. Phattarakorn was incoherent and highly agitated, appearing to be under the influence of drugs. Local witnesses told investigators that Mr. Phattarakorn was a former monk who had been defrocked after being caught using methamphetamine. Since returning home, he reportedly continued abusing drugs regularly and had become increasingly erratic and violent. On the evening of 7 May, while in an apparent drug-induced psychosis, Mr. Phattarakorn dragged a cooking gas cylinder out of his kitchen, released gas, and intentionally ignited it, setting fire to his own home. The flames rapidly spread to the adjacent property, resulting in its complete destruction as well. Authorities detained Mr. Phattarakorn for questioning, though he remained incoherent. A urine drug test revealed a positive result for methamphetamine, turning purple in the standard screening. He now faces multiple charges, including arson, property damage, and illegal drug use. No injuries were reported, but residents in the area remain shaken by the incident, which highlights the ongoing dangers posed by drug abuse in the community. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-05-09. -
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Which route? I must have flown the BKK-SFO route at least a dozen times over the past 10-15 years, changing planes in TPE. Never more than a few minutes late. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 9 May 2025
Myanmar Man Arrested on Koh Pha Ngan for Running Illegal Phone Resale Operation Picture courtesy of Matichon Police on Pha Ngan have arrested a 33-year-old Myanmar national for operating an illegal mobile phone repair and resale business that involved purchasing stolen or locked devices, unlocking them, and reselling them primarily to members of the local Myanmar community. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1360177-myanmar-man-arrested-on-koh-pha-ngan-for-running-illegal-phone-resale-operation/
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