Scam
Post Claiming “Moo Deng” Died Found to Be False; May Be Intended to Lure Users to Online Gambling Websites
Thai PBS Verify investigated a TikTok post claiming that “Moo Deng,” the pygmy hippopotamus at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Chonburi Province, had died and found the claim to be false. The zoo confirmed that Moo Deng is still alive and can be visited as usual. Meanwhile, the page that manages Moo Deng continues to share updates, images, and activities involving her on a regular basis.
Aug 11, 2026
Online Job Hunt Ends in “Hell in Cambodia”
Rediscover three cases of cross‑border scam victims. These cases became tragedies that cost lives. What began as tempting offers of “high income, great benefits” turned into a deadly trap — leading to confinement, torture, and death. The destination was not the dream workplace they imagined, but the ruthless lair of international scam gangs.
Jan 19, 2026
Fact-checked: A post shared over 1,000 times claiming, “Putin praises Thai hero ‘Kan Jompalang,’” is part of scam that tricks users into paid monthly subscription.
A Facebook user claimed that “Putin praised Kan Jompalang as a model citizen who loves his country and homeland.” However, upon investigation, it was found to be false — merely a scam post intended to lure people into subscribing to a paid service. Thousands of users were deceived and shared the post over 1,000 times.
Oct 21, 2025
Found through Investigation: Fake Pages Exploit Ads to Scam Buyers of “Ma Yong Chid”
Don't fall for it! A fake page has popped up, running Facebook ads and claiming to sell ‘Ma Yong Chid.’ Investigations reveal that they use the names of real orchards, target victims with ads, and trick them into transferring money without delivering the product."
Mar 28, 2025