Thai police vow Pattaya won’t become a scam hub, intensifying efforts after Korean gang arrest. PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya authorities have made it clear that the city will not tolerate becoming a hub for scams and fraud targeting tourists and residents. In a recent high-profile operation, Thai police arrested 21 suspects linked to a Korean-run scam network operating from a luxury pool villa in Banglamung district. The bust, which took place on June 21, was triggered after a tip-off from the South Korean embassy concerning a kidnapped South Korean victim forced to participate in the scam. During the raid, police rescued the victim and apprehended 20 South Koreans and one Chinese national involved in orchestrating the financial and romance scams. Officers discovered evidence of elaborate investment schemes written on whiteboards in Korean, confirming the group’s use of romance scams to deceive victims into transferring money. This decisive action reflects Pattaya police’s zero-tolerance policy against fraud and their ongoing efforts to protect tourists and preserve the city’s reputation as a safe destination. Officials are working closely with international partners to monitor and dismantle criminal networks and ensure that Pattaya remains welcoming and secure for all visitors. Pattaya’s police force continues to intensify patrols and investigations targeting scams, reassuring the public and tourists that they prioritize safety and integrity above all. Pattaya police bust Korean scam gang, rescuing kidnapped victim in a strong stand against fraud.