Bangkok Police Investigate Call Center Scam Targeting University Student

According to a report by Khaosod Online on September 3, 2026, the Metropolitan Police Bureau (IDMB) is actively investigating a call center fraud case involving a 19-year-old student from Mahidol University. The victim was defrauded of 850,000 THB after being contacted by individuals posing as private telecommunications staff. The scammers claimed the student’s national ID number had been used to register phone numbers linked to criminal activity.

The situation escalated when the call was transferred to an individual impersonating a police officer from the Mueang Ranong Police Station, who used intimidation tactics to coerce the student into transferring funds. Authorities have identified that a Chinese national was involved in the collection of the money.

For residents and travelers in Thailand, this incident serves as a critical reminder that government officials and police will never request money transfers to 'prove innocence' or resolve legal issues. While the investigation is ongoing under the direction of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, the full extent of the criminal network remains to be confirmed. Authorities are urging the public to remain vigilant against unsolicited calls and to verify the identity of any official claiming to represent state agencies. No further details regarding the recovery of the funds or the apprehension of the broader syndicate have been released at this time.