Date: March 18, 2026
Category: Law Enforcement & Crime
Summary:
Thai police have announced the successful takedown of a large-scale online gambling network operating under the name “bankkok1688.” The site, which had over 10,000 registered members, offered services including lottery, slots, international football betting, and baccarat. Authorities disclosed that the operation utilized “mule accounts” for fund collection and employed cryptocurrency for money laundering, with a total turnover exceeding 24 billion Thai Baht (approximately 5.2 billion RMB). The network operated for at least a year, processing an average of 2 billion Baht monthly. Following the investigation, arrest warrants have been issued for 18 suspects, with six already apprehended and charged with organizing illegal gambling and money laundering .
