Scammer posing as police arrested in Ranong with ฺBt1.2m in cash

13 Sept 11:20 Key points summarised by AI

A scammer impersonating a Bangkok police officer was arrested in Ranong with 1.2 million baht, part of 3 million baht defrauded from a 74-year-old woman.
The suspect, 'Thanapong', directly approached elderly victims, claiming they were under investigation and demanding cash, adapting to tightened online banking security.
Police conducted a sting operation after the victim reported the scammer's demand for additional funds, leading to his red-handed capture and revelation of working for a Taiwanese-run scam in Cambodia.

Nationwide crackdown launched on illegal nominee shareholders and land holdings

Today 15:20 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand's Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul initiated a nationwide crackdown on illegal Thai nominee shareholders in foreign-run businesses and land holdings to safeguard national interests.
The government will integrate efforts across all relevant agencies to target illicit foreign operations, forced sales of illegally acquired property, and high-risk land ownership schemes.
Key strategies include auditing suspect land and building holdings, establishing a long-term monitoring system, and cross-referencing data from various authorities to trace ultimate beneficial owners.
Prime Minister Anutin emphasized that no influential figures or corrupt officials are above the law, promising straightforward prosecution, asset seizures, and protection for enforcing officers.
Beyond land ownership, the integrated crackdown will also extend to tackle transnational crimes, including drug and human trafficking.