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DSI Expands Investigation into 'Chonnanapat' Gambling Network
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has arrested a key administrator of the 'Chonnanapat' gambling network in Songkhla, as authorities continue to pursue 24 additional suspects.
According to a report by Thai Post on August 21, 2026, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has intensified its crackdown on the 'Chonnanapat' online gambling network. Officials successfully apprehended a primary female administrator of the operation in Songkhla province.
Investigations revealed that the network allegedly established a dedicated team to manage money laundering activities and obscure the trail of 'mule' bank accounts used to facilitate illegal transactions. The DSI is currently coordinating efforts to locate and arrest 24 other suspects who are believed to have fled to neighboring countries to evade capture.
For residents and travelers in Thailand, this operation highlights the ongoing government efforts to dismantle large-scale illegal gambling syndicates. While the arrest marks a significant step in the investigation, the full extent of the network's reach and the identities of the remaining fugitives remain under active investigation. Authorities have not yet provided a timeline for the apprehension of the remaining suspects. Those residing in or visiting the region should be aware that law enforcement activities related to this case may continue as the DSI pursues the remaining individuals involved in the network.