Phuket-
A male suspect has been arrested for orchestrating a widespread vehicles fraud operation that spanned multiple provinces, targeting financially distressed car owners and funneling their vehicles into the black market.
The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) told the Phuket Express. The Highway Police Division, apprehended 50-year-old Weerapong in Mai Khao, Thalang, on August 26. The suspect allegedly posed as a financial intermediary, offering to help individuals struggling with car loan payments by promising to settle their debts and transfer ownership contracts. Instead, once in possession of the vehicles, he sold them illegally, leaving the original owners liable and financially devastated.
Authorities confirmed that Weerapong was wanted under 10 separate arrest warrants for theft, embezzlement, and fraud across Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi, and Bangkok. He has reportedly confessed to all charges.
Police are urging the public to exercise caution when dealing with financed vehicles. Individuals facing payment difficulties are advised to contact their finance companies directly to explore legal solutions. Unauthorized resale of financed vehicles not only violates the law but also exposes owners to potential scams and criminal liability.
