Phuket nabs Chinese fraud suspect in 5m Baht scam case
PHUKET — 1 April 2026, Immigration police in Phuket have arrested a 32-year-old Chinese man wanted on fraud charges in China, with damages estimated at more than 5 million baht. The operation follows a directive from…
Immigration police in Phuket arrested a 32-year-old Chinese national on April 1, 2026, in connection with fraud charges filed in China involving losses of over 5 million baht. The apprehension took place under an ongoing crackdown targeting foreign nationals accused of using Thailand as a refuge from prosecution.
Crackdown on Foreign Fugitives
Senior Immigration Bureau officials ordered intensified efforts to identify and detain individuals entering Thailand to escape legal action abroad. The suspect was located and taken into custody as part of these targeted operations, police said.
Authorities confirmed the man faces extradition proceedings, pending coordination with Chinese law enforcement. The case underscores a broader initiative to prevent Thailand from being used as a haven for international fugitives.
Source: https://www.khaosodenglish.com/news/2026/04/02/phuket-nabs-chinese-fraud-suspect-in-5m-baht-scam-case/
