The spokesman of Immigration Bureau Region 3 revealed that three suspects have been arrested for impersonating officials while soliciting money from Chinese nationals in Rayong Province. He warned both locals and foreigners to request identification, verify names via the “POLICE CARE” app, and call the relevant agency to confirm if suspicious.
This follows reports of a group dressed like officials, claiming to be police, immigration officers, and military personnel, entering residences and businesses of Chinese nationals in Ban Khai District, Rayong Province.Warning: Scammers impersonating immigration officers; advised to request ID cards and record video evidence.)
Today (14 Aug 2026) at about 9:00 p.m. at Immigration Bureau Region 3, Pol. Col. Prinya Klingsorn, Deputy Commander and spokesman of Immigration Bureau Region 3, disclosed that Nong Krab Police Station officers, together with Rayong Immigration Investigation Unit, arrested three suspects under warrants after learning they committed similar offenses in Chonburi Province.
The suspects were apprehended at a residence in Bo Win Subdistrict, Si Racha District, Chonburi Province. Authorities seized a black Toyota Revo 4-door pickup truck matching the vehicle seen on surveillance footage during the offenses. Additionally, two destroyed license plates and numerous documents related to money solicitation and other evidence were recovered.
All suspects have been charged with conspiracy to commit fraud by impersonation, conspiracy to forge and use forged documents, and fraudulently inputting false or distorted computer data likely to cause damage to others or the public. Investigations and efforts to identify additional victims are ongoing.
Pol. Col. Prinya said this case serves as a cautionary example. He urged the public and foreigners that if anyone claims to be police or immigration officers, they should request the rank, full name, position, and affiliated agency, and ask to see official police identification cards. They may also photograph or video record the interaction and observe details of the person, vehicle, or any other information useful for verification. He confirmed that the immigration bureau has no policy authorizing officers to solicit donations or sell charity cards in such a manner.
"If you are unsure whether someone is a legitimate official, do not immediately trust or hand over money or property. Please check their official ID first. If doubts remain, contact the police station, provincial immigration office, or the respective agency directly."
Pol. Col. Prinya added that currently, the public can verify the full name of anyone claiming to be a police officer using the “POLICE CARE” application under the “Police Officer Information” menu, which accesses official police personnel records. It is also advisable to call the relevant agency directly to confirm whether the person is truly an officer and is assigned to perform that duty.
Finding a matching police name alone is insufficient confirmation since criminals might misuse real officers’ names, ranks, or photos to impersonate them. Verification should align the individual’s identity, affiliation, and duties. If suspicious behavior is detected, such as threats, demands for money, requests to transfer funds, or attempts to take someone elsewhere, avoid confrontation and immediately call 191 or the national police hotline 1599 for assistance.
The Immigration Bureau Region 3 spokesman also noted that the Royal Thai Police prioritize preventing and cracking down on impersonators who use the police identity to threaten, deceive, or exploit others. Such acts harm the public and damage the police’s reputation, especially when foreigners are victims. All agencies coordinate to investigate, monitor, and strictly prosecute offenders under the law.
If the public notices or has information about such offenses, they can report to the Immigration Office hotline at 1178 or at the following address: Chalermprakiat Building, No. 904, Moo 6, Ban Mai Subdistrict, Pak Kret District, Nonthaburi Province 11120.
Telephone: Contact the provincial immigration office in your area or visit the website:www.immigration.go.th