In Chiang Rai, a man was arrested for "multi-account" fraud just hours after being released from prison.

Thai police arrested a 23-year-old man from Chiang Rai province at the Mo Chit 2 bus terminal in Bangkok on Friday evening. The arrest occurred just hours after his release from prison for a previous offense, according to the Bangkok Post. The suspect, publicly identified as Mr. Hawk, is accused of using so-called "mule accounts"—bank accounts opened under fake names for money laundering and fraudulent transactions. According to police, he operated as part of an organized group that deceived citizens through phone calls and phishing schemes. Special operations officers tracked Hawk's movements after his release from prison and detained him at the bus station as he attempted to leave the capital. Several bank cards and mobile phones believed to have been used for illegal transactions were found in his possession, reports Thaiger. This case is part of a large-scale campaign by Thai police to combat financial fraud. Earlier this month, law enforcement shut down a scheme selling fake concert tickets and arrested several owners of mule accounts in various provinces. In one recent raid, police arrested a woman named "Nana," who was released on bail, but the investigation continues to search for her accomplices. Experts note that fraudsters are increasingly using fake accounts to withdraw victims' funds, especially after high-profile exposés of call centers operating in Cambodia and Myanmar. In the past month alone, 635 Thai citizens suspected of involvement in such schemes were deported from Cambodia. Police urge citizens to remain vigilant: do not share personal data or access codes with strangers, even if they pose as bank or police employees. In case of suspicious calls, it is recommended to immediately contact the nearest police station or call the hotline at 191. For readers: Never share your bank details or access codes with third parties, even if the caller claims to be a bank or police employee. There is no legal paid expedited solution in Thailand.