BANGKOK, Thailand – The government warns the public about fraudulent SMS messages claiming recipients have unpaid traffic tickets and directing them to fake websites to make payments or provide personal and bank card information.
Deputy Government Spokesperson Ploytalay Laksameesangchan stated that the Royal Thai Police has identified scam messages about outstanding e-Tickets. These messages may include shortened links to fraudulent websites that mimic official traffic-ticket systems and display ticket numbers, vehicle registration details, alleged offenses, and fines to appear legitimate.
The Royal Thai Police emphasized that it does not request payment of traffic fines through SMS messages with links or QR codes. The public should not click suspicious links, scan QR codes, or enter personal, credit card, or debit card information.
The deputy spokesperson stated that the public can check traffic tickets using the Tang Rat application under “All Services,” “Vehicles,” and “Check Traffic Tickets.” Verification is also available through the Police Care application and the Royal Thai Police’s PTM traffic ticket system at ptm.police.go.th/eTicket. Anyone needing assistance or wishing to report suspicious activity may contact the Royal Thai Police hotlines at 191 or 1599, available 24 hours a day. (NNT)
