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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Sunday 22 June 2025
Kidnap Report Leads to Discovery of Korean Loan Shark Gang in Pattaya Pictures courtesy of Khaosod What began as a high-stakes operation to rescue a South Korean national from an alleged kidnapping turned into the unmasking of an international loan shark syndicate operating out of a villa in Pattaya. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1364418-kidnap-report-leads-to-discovery-of-korean-loan-shark-gang-in-pattaya/ -
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Please recommend some Pattaya condominium
A quick calculation might suggest renting as a better option in later life. A 5 million condo might well be rented for 20 years or a little more. -
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Ice’s ‘inhumane’ arrest of well-known vineyard manager shakes Oregon wine industry
You intentionally left out the "alleged" part. This is turning into Germany 1939 all over again where people accused others of allegedly being bad. NO ONE is in favor of keeping people in the country illegally. Everyone SHOULD support due process. I now understand how the brown shirts were so successful in 1939. -
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Crime Kidnap Report Leads to Discovery of Korean Loan Shark Gang in Pattaya
Pictures courtesy of Khaosod What began as a high-stakes operation to rescue a South Korean national from an alleged kidnapping turned into the unmasking of an international loan shark syndicate operating out of a villa in Pattaya. At approximately 14.30 on 21 June, more than 50 officers from the Tourist Police Bureau and Bang Lamung Police Station stormed a two-storey detached house in Na Kluea, Bang Lamung district, following a request for urgent assistance from the South Korean Embassy. The embassy had reported that one of its citizens had been abducted and was being held at the premises. Upon arrival, officers surrounded the villa, which was equipped with surveillance cameras around the perimeter. When police identified themselves and demanded entry, chaos erupted inside. Over 20 South Korean men attempted to flee in panic. One suspect, identified only as Mr Jae, 30, leapt from the second-floor balcony in a desperate bid to escape, sustaining injuries upon impact. He was promptly taken to hospital. Three others were caught fleeing through the rear of the property. In total, 21 South Korean nationals and one Chinese man were apprehended. Once inside, police uncovered what appeared to be a technologically advanced criminal operation. The villa had been converted into a makeshift headquarters, with over 30 desktop computers and laptops, more than 40 mobile phones, two internet routers and a whiteboard covered in handwritten Korean. Forensic officers collected DNA and fingerprint evidence from the seized devices. Early investigations suggest that the suspects were conducting illegal money-lending activities targeting victims in South Korea, using internet-based calls and messaging platforms. The suspects admitted they operated the scheme via TP LINK systems and used the villa as their base of operations. Officers also discovered written scripts used for investment scams, some promising profits of up to 500 million Korean won (12 million baht) and so-called ‘romance scam’ templates designed to manipulate victims into transferring money under false pretences. Two of the individuals were found to have entered Thailand illegally. According to Senior Sergeant Major Tor-lap Tinamaat of the Tourist Police, evidence suggests that the group had previously operated along the Thai-Cambodian border and relocated to Pattaya in recent months, possibly due to increased law enforcement pressure in neighbouring areas. All suspects now face charges relating to participation in a criminal organisation, a charge in Thai law referred to as “ang yee” , as well as likely breaches of immigration and labour regulations. Local residents had long suspected illicit activity at the property. A 26-year-old neighbour, told police he had heard “frequent arguments, shouting and even sounds that resembled someone being tortured.” “I never knew what was really happening,” he said, “but today I saw men jumping into my garden and running in all directions. Then the police arrived.” The case has once again highlighted Thailand’s growing role as a base for international cybercrime and fraudulent enterprises. Authorities have pledged to intensify efforts to root out foreign criminal networks exploiting Thai soil. Police are in liaison with the South Korean Embassy on the kidnapping claim. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khoasod 2025-06-22 -
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Why do most people NOT smoke weed even though it's legal?
Did you smoke crack on principle as well? -
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Tourism Decline of Chinese Tourists in Pattaya Raises Concerns
You don't catch STDs by simply going to Pattaya, more about coming in!
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