Suchart Orders Task Force to Arrest Extortion Gang in Chonburi
Natural Resources Minister Suchart Chomklin orders the special task force and Chonburi police to arrest suspects extorting 3.5 million baht from a factory owner on Nov 6, 2026.
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- Minister Suchart Chomklin ordered the MONRE special task force to crack down on an extortion ring.
- Suspects falsely claimed to represent multiple government agencies to demand 3.5 million baht.
- The operation involved close coordination with Chonburi Provincial Police and Khlong Kio Police Station.
- The arrests were made on November 6, 2026, following the extortion incident on November 3.
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has taken a firm stance against corruption after Minister Suchart Chomklin received an urgent report regarding individuals impersonating government officials to threaten and extort money from business operators in Chonburi province. The perpetrators specifically used the ministry's name to gain false credibility.
In response to the threat, the Minister instructed the Pollution Control Special Task Force to immediately coordinate with local police officers to track down the suspects and bring them to justice swiftly, aligning with government policies aimed at maintaining transparency within the bureaucratic system.
This operation was led by key figures including Ms. Phloylaphat Singthongthong, Chairperson of the Working Group, Pol. Lt. Gen. Itthiporn Phothong, Head of the Special Task Force and Advisor to the Minister, along with Dr. Chamlong Chuayrod, Deputy Head of the Special Task Force and Advisor to the Minister, working alongside Chonburi Provincial Police and Khlong Kio Police Station.
Tracing back the timeline, the incident began on November 3, 2026, at approximately 12:40 PM, when the suspects pressured a factory owner by posing as officials from various state agencies. This ultimately led to the gathering of evidence and the successful apprehension of the suspects on November 6, 2026.
Extortion schemes involving individuals posing as government officials severely damage investment climates and public trust. The swift collaboration between the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment and local police highlights a proactive approach to dismantling such criminal networks and protecting legitimate business operators.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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