The border patrol team from Chiang Saen District, Mae Sai, Thailand, recently detained a Chinese citizen suspected of illegal entry during their patrol. According to Thai police, the incident occurred on the afternoon of September 21, when the patrol team spotted a suspicious man attempting to cross the border into Thailand along the Moei River.
Incident Details and Identity Confirmation
The patrol personnel discovered a man engaging in cross-border activities in the Moei River border area and immediately intercepted him. Upon identity verification, the man was identified as a 43-year-old Chinese citizen. Although he carried a Chinese passport, he was detained by Thai police for not entering through a legal port.
Statement and Experience of the Involved Party
According to preliminary investigation information, the man stated that he had planned to go to the Xishuangbanna area in China for work with friends on September 16, but was taken away by unknown persons in the border area and brought into Myanmar. He originally thought the workplace was in Laos, only to realize upon arrival that he was in a region of Myanmar active with telecommunications fraud.
Security Situation in the Border Area
The area across the river in Phop Phra District, Tak, has been identified as a frequent zone for online scam activities, controlled by the Karen armed forces of Myanmar. This area is considered a high-risk zone by the international community, with frequent reports of foreigners being trapped or involved in illegal activities.
Legal Processing and Current Status
Although the Chinese citizen holds a valid passport, he has been charged by local police for violating the Thai immigration law provision on "unauthorized stay." The case is currently under further investigation, and Thai authorities will handle it according to legal procedures.
Safety Tips and Consular Protection
This incident serves as another reminder for cross-border travelers to process entry procedures through legal ports and avoid participating in unclear cross-border activities. Citizens are advised to contact local embassies or consulates for assistance when encountering difficulties abroad, and to avoid resolving issues through illegal means.
