BANGKOK, Thailand – The Thai Government has issued a warning regarding online harassment and cyberbullying occurring within LINE OpenChat groups, while urging victims to preserve evidence and report suspected criminal offenses to the police without waiting for action from the platform. Deputy Government Spokesperson Lalida Persvivatana said on November 11, 2026, that Deputy Minister of Digital Economy and Society Nan Boonthida Somchai raised concerns about young people using LINE OpenChat to target others with personal information and abusive messages.
The spokesperson advised victims not to respond aggressively and, when safe, to preserve screenshots, messages, account names, group links, and incident dates before blocking users or leaving groups. She clarified that reporting content to LINE lets the platform review possible violations of its terms of service, while filing a police complaint starts a separate legal process. Victims may contact police immediately if the conduct may constitute a criminal offense.
Anyone facing threats or immediate danger should seek help from a trusted adult or authorities without waiting to gather complete evidence. The government also urged the public to stop sharing children’s photographs, names, school details, or other personal information for public shaming, warning that these actions could cause further harm and violate individual rights.
Parents were encouraged to discuss responsible online behavior with their children, promote respect for others, and provide supportive guidance. The spokesperson added that legal assessments will be conducted case by case, based on specific facts and circumstances, and noted that presence in a chat room does not automatically imply guilt. Investigations involving youth will strictly respect statutory rights, age-appropriate legal protections, and fair procedures for all parties. (NNT)
