PHANG NGA, THAILAND – Thai police launched an inquiry after a young woman in Phang Nga received a call claiming her sister had been killed by a scam network in Poipet, Cambodia. Investigators have found no proof of any death or border crossing.
Family alarmed by late-night message
On Monday at 23:30, Malee Na Cholkhet, aged 21, answered a call from Wayu Khiewpairee, her 20‑year‑old brother‑in‑law registered in Sattahip, Chonburi. He told her that Suda Cholkhet, Malee’s 26‑year‑old sister, had been punished and killed by her own group in Poipet. Malee reported the incident to the Khok Kloi Police Station in Phang Nga Province the same night.
No confirmation of death or border travel
Police Lieutenant Amornthep Kerdmee led the inquiry and requested evidence of the alleged killing. Investigators received only a LINE call record, without photographs or documents.
“There is no evidence of the death,”
said Police Lieutenant Amornthep Kerdmee.
Authorities checked immigration databases and confirmed that no departure record existed for Suda Cholkhet, indicating she never formally entered Cambodia.
Search for missing caller
Following the complaint, officers attempted to locate Wayu Khiewpairee, who remains uncontactable. Investigators have widened their search in both Chonburi and Phang Nga.
“We are checking all possibilities,”
said Police Colonel Woraphong Phrom‑in.
Police suspect that Wayu may be linked to fraudulent activities or campaigns tied to cross‑border online scams.
Poipet under renewed scrutiny
Authorities in Bangkok reiterated that Poipet, near the Thai‑Cambodian border, has become a major base for forced labour call centres. The Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued a statement noting repeated cases of citizens trafficked or coerced into criminal online operations.
“People are kept like slaves,”
said Thai Ministry of Foreign Affairs representatives.
Police are investigating whether Suda Cholkhet may have been trafficked illegally and is being held against her will by criminal groups active in Poipet.
National police involvement
The seriousness of the case brought it to the attention of Police General Kittirat Phanphet, the National Police Chief, who ordered coordination between the Royal Thai Police, foreign affairs officials, and border agencies.
“We coordinate with all relevant agencies,”
said Royal Thai Police officials during the briefing in Bangkok.
Ongoing investigation
Current findings show:
- No verified death certificate or visual evidence from Poipet
- No documented border crossing by Suda Cholkhet
- Wayu Khiewpairee missing since the Monday night call
- Royal Thai Police reviewing phone logs and financial records
As of this week, investigators have not confirmed whether Suda Cholkhet is alive, missing, or part of an elaborate scam. Both the Foreign Ministry and National Police Bureau remain on alert until verifiable evidence emerges.