The Consumer Protection Police Division (CPPD) raided a transnational scam network operating from bases in Pattaya and Sattahip, withdrawing cash from mule accounts with millions in circulation. Two suspects, one Thai and one Russian, were arrested and nine ATM cards were seized.
On 24 Feb 2026 GMT+7, the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) through the Consumer Protection Police Division launched an operation to dismantle a transnational scam network. Investigations uncovered a group of suspects including a Russian man and a Thai woman operating from bases in Pattaya and Sattahip, withdrawing cash from mule accounts with millions of baht in turnover.
Under the direction of CIB commanders, Operation Team 2, Division 1, led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Somwadee Pho-wat, tracked the network closely. The Chonburi Provincial Court approved arrest warrants for two suspects: Mr. Sergei, 35, Russian national, warrant No. J.102/2569 dated 23 Feb 2026, who was arrested at a condominium in Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi; and Ms. Sasivimon, 20, warrant No. J.98/2569 dated 23 Feb 2026, arrested in front of a massage parlor in Najomtien Subdistrict, Sattahip District, Chonburi. Items seized included:nine ATM cards, three mobile phones, and one laptop computer.
Investigation revealed that both suspects were involved in inputting false data into computer systems to deceive the public into transferring money and procuring mule accounts to handle illicit funds, which were then quickly withdrawn as cash from the system.
After arrest, authorities presented the warrants, informed the suspects of their charges and legal rights, and transferred them to Nong Kham Police Station for legal proceedings. Initially, both suspects denied all allegations.
Police warned the public to be cautious of online scams, particularly those involving investment fraud, requests to transfer money, or demands for personal information.“Do not transfer money, do not withdraw cash, and do not provide personal information. If unsure, hang up immediately,” the police advised.Authorities confirmed they will continue to expand investigations into transnational networks using Thailand as an operational base to ensure public confidence and protect the reputation of Thailand’s tourism industry.