Bangkok: Cyber police have confirmed that there is currently no information linking seven politicians close to the government to online gambling websites. Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwpaen, Commander of the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD), addressed claims made by Mr. Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a party-list MP for the People's Party, regarding the alleged involvement of these politicians in online gambling and money laundering activities in Cambodia.
According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong emphasized that, if clear evidence emerges, the Cyber Police are prepared to proceed with legal actions. He explained that information is typically gathered through investigations or anonymous sources, and factual evidence is required before a case can be forwarded to the prosecutor. Currently, there is no knowledge of the politicians Mr. Wiroj mentioned, but there was a previous case involving "Sor. Jor. Golf" and an online gambling website in Cambodia that the Cyber Police are handling.
Regarding the statement by Samdech Hun Sen claiming Thailand as a significant source of scam centers, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong countered that global statistics indicate 80% of scam centers are located in Cambodia, with the remaining 20% in Myanmar. He noted that legal actions might be considered against Mr. Hun Sen for spreading false information on social media.
Thai authorities have implemented measures affecting the Call Center gang, leading to an estimated 30% reduction in their activities. These measures have forced the gang to revert to traditional money transfer methods, using mule accounts in Thailand. The adjustments have resulted in more arrests and asset recovery for the victims.
In Poipet, Cambodia, progress has been made regarding the 18-story and 25-story buildings suspected of housing scam centers. Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong stated that the Cyber Police are actively gathering evidence and collaborating with the National Police Inspector General and local police to monitor and identify scam centers in the region. The Cyber Police continue to investigate and coordinate with relevant agencies to uncover all individuals involved.