SURIN, Thailand – The Second Army Area continued follow-up operations after securing a building linked to an online scam network in Chong Chom, Surin province. This led to the seizure of a large amount of evidence, including data on fraud victims. The evidence will be handed over to relevant agencies for further investigation and case expansion.
Following the dismantling of an online crime network, authorities expanded their search of a building used as a base for fraudulent operations in Chong Chom, Kap Choeng District. The premises, resembling a hotel and casino complex, were used as a hub for illegal activities.
Inspections revealed the compound had three identical buildings. Floors 1–5 housed individuals working in the scam network, while the sixth floor was a shared operational workspace divided into soundproof rooms. Some areas served as living quarters for supervisory personnel. Each building was responsible for scam operations targeting about four to five countries. Workspaces were arranged to simulate specific target countries, with desks, insignia, images, national flags, clothing, and equipment to enhance the credibility of fraudulent activities.
Authorities also seized extensive operational documents, including work manuals, scripts, engagement techniques, staff assessment materials, and victim data found throughout the work areas.
Seized items included more than 30 laptops and mobile phones, tablets, numerous SIM cards, notebooks, financial document files, identification cards, credit cards, NFC card scanners, counterfeit banknotes, and other electronic equipment and documents. All evidence will be transferred to related agencies for further investigation into associated networks. (NNT)
