On June 12, according to media reports, a netizen posted a video on social media claiming that a 19-year-old girl from Shandong went missing after going to Thailand to "shoot a movie." Her mother is currently anxiously searching for her. The girl had previously told her family that she was going to participate in a short drama shooting, but this "acting" might have turned into a real scam.
Many netizens couldn't help but wonder: Given the numerous similar cases in the past, why do people still believe in the pretext of "going to Thailand to shoot a movie"? The girl's choice was perhaps too bold.
Now, the mother is almost daily seeking help everywhere, but still cannot contact her daughter. It makes people suspect whether the girl has fallen into the so-called "telecom fraud park." Suddenly, the related topic quickly topped the hot search, sparking attention.
However, as more details were exposed, especially the mother's narration and the chat records she posted, the situation seems not as simple as it appears on the surface.
From the images shared by netizens, this 19-year-old girl has a delicate appearance, with long black hair, a clean and gentle temperament, and distinct facial features, making her an easily noticeable "camera-friendly" face. It is not surprising that she was chosen to participate in a short drama.
According to the girl's mother, initially, when her daughter said she was going to Thailand for film shooting, she was somewhat hesitant and worried. But her daughter was very persistent, saying she had just come of age and wanted to seize every opportunity, even hoping to "break out" and realize her dreams.
The mother eventually did not stop her, thinking that the child had grown up and should be allowed to try her luck. But unexpectedly, this trip might be a "one-way journey."
When she first arrived in Thailand, the girl still kept in touch with her mother regularly to report her safety. But after a few days, the mother noticed that her daughter began to frequently ask for money transfers for various reasons.
Initially, the mother thought it was because of high expenses on her daughter's part, so she transferred several payments. However, as the requests for money transfers became more frequent and the reasons became vague, such as "Alipay being frozen" or "too busy with filming to handle it," the mother became suspicious.
From the chat records, it can be seen that the daughter's tone gradually changed. Facing her mother's persuasion to return, she said she would have to pay a penalty if she returned home midway, "I'm not a child anymore, don't always worry about these things." Although the mother sensed something was wrong, she was worried about her daughter being in a foreign country and that refusing to transfer money might bring danger, so she could only transfer money repeatedly. According to statistics, the total amount has exceeded 160,000 yuan.
It was not until the contact was completely cut off that the mother realized the seriousness of the situation and decided to go to Thailand to find her daughter herself. After posting this matter on social media, it sparked a lot of discussion.
Many netizens commented, "I've been a Chinese teacher in Bangkok for four years, and the real danger often comes from acquaintances." Others commented, "It's not a pie falling from the sky, but rather one's own decision to walk towards the tiger mountain."
Looking back, the mother revealed that her daughter's last residence was at a hotel in Mae Sot, Thailand, after which she lost contact, and could no longer be reached by phone or social media.
She immediately reported to the police and sought help from the Chinese Embassy in Thailand. According to the initial assessment by the Thai police, the girl is likely to have been illegally transferred to the "telecom fraud park" in northern Myanmar—a notorious scam base.
This statement made many people shudder. In recent years, reports about the "park" in northern Myanmar have been frequent, with telecom gangs often luring young people under the guise of "short drama shooting" or "internet celebrity incubation." Once brought into the park, mobile phones and passports are taken away, and they are forced to engage in illegal activities such as fraud, traffic diversion, and money laundering.
Those who are fortunate enough to escape often suffer from physical and mental trauma, and many have never been heard from again. The girl's ordeal once again reminds people that these so-called "opportunities" might just be the opening act of a scam.
The reasons for being deceived are not just about being "young." Scammers often have mature scripts and packaging techniques, some even posing as regular agencies, offering seemingly professional shooting contracts and itineraries. In the moment you let your guard down, they have already set the trap.
Similar cases are not uncommon. Recently, a tour group was lured into the "park" under the guise of a "free trip to Thailand." Although a few were released because they "could not operate electronic devices," the whereabouts of the rest are still unknown.
Whether traveling alone or with a group, always be vigilant when faced with unfamiliar high-paying information. The girl is still missing, and her mother and local police are making efforts to find her, hoping for good news soon.
At 19, it is supposed to be the most beautiful stage of life. Hopefully, she can return safely and not become another "missing case."
Meanwhile, her ordeal also rings the alarm bell for everyone again: when traveling, safety is always the first priority. Any cross-border opportunity that promises "high salary, low threshold, free board and lodging" deserves extra caution. Remember, the so-called shortcuts may not lead to dreams, but to a cage.
