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(CTN News) – In a major crackdown The Federal Bureau of Investigation (CIB) has launched CIB Anti Online Scam, targeting sophisticated online lending schemes that prey on unsuspecting borrowers through various mobile applications. The operation took place at 11:00 a.m. today and resulted in the arrest of two key suspects and the discovery of more than 500 million baht in circulating money.

CIB Operations:

The CIB operation covers 23 locations in 10 provinces, including major urban centers such as Bangkok and Chonburi. Thirteen people, including two prominent figures, Yuwatida, 37, and Wirayuth, 37, were detained during the operation.

How to proceed:

The suspects operated discreetly by offering loans outside the regulated financial system through various online applications. Prospective borrowers must register and activate these applications. By giving the suspect unknowing permission to access personal information stored on their mobile phone.

When completing the registration process Borrowers find themselves receiving only 55% of the promised loan amount. Additionally, they are under an obligation to repay the full amount within a very short six-day period. This results in exorbitant interest rates of 7.5% per day, 225% per month, or as high as 2,737.5% per year. Some victims have reported unexpected money transfers to their accounts. This causes them to pay inflated amounts plus additional interest.

Systematic operation:

The investigation revealed a highly organized operation involving more than 100 bank accounts that facilitated money transfers. More than 30 accounts were identified under the same name. and transfer money to more than 50 bank accounts in Thailand These accounts are held by individuals with Russian, Burmese, Chinese and Thai nationalities. Their turnover exceeds 500 million baht.

Harassment and Threats:

CIB officials revealed that failure to repay the borrowed amount led to victims receiving inappropriate phone calls, threats and harassment. The suspects attempted to contact the borrower’s family, friends and co-workers. This causes the victim to suffer more.

legal action:

Although the suspect vehemently denies the charges, But CIB officials handed them over to the Criminal Investigation Department for further legal action. These complex networks of fraudulent activity point to a multinational operation rooted in China.

Illegal Application:

Platforms that facilitate these illegal loans are primarily developed in China. They come with names like Rich Loan, PleasantSheep, SummerCash, FortuneCat, GoldenTiger, FastCash, OrangeCash, Goldenflower, and MemoryLoan. There are reports that perpetrators purchase these apps to facilitate fraudulent lending.

Conclusion:

The successful operation of with this online loan project It underscores the importance of monitoring the digital financial landscape. Authorities must be proactive in identifying and dismantling such criminal networks to protect citizens from falling prey to ruthless scams. As technology continues to advance Law enforcement agencies must adapt and adopt innovative strategies to combat evolving forms of online fraud. and protect the integrity of the financial system.