Immigration
Swedish National Arrested in Phuket Over International Call Center Scam
Thai immigration authorities have apprehended a Swedish woman in Phuket wanted by Interpol for her alleged involvement in a multi-million baht call center fraud scheme.
On August 4, 2026, Thai immigration police arrested a Swedish national, identified as Felicia, in Phuket following an investigation into her alleged criminal activities. According to Khaosod Online, the arrest was coordinated between the Immigration Bureau and international law enforcement agencies, including the Nordic police liaison and the Royal Thai Police Foreign Affairs Division.
The suspect was the subject of an Interpol Red Notice (No. A-9962/6-2026), issued on June 24, 2026, regarding charges of public fraud. Authorities allege that beginning in early 2022, the woman and a group of 14 accomplices posed as finance and bank officials to deceive victims into transferring money, resulting in losses exceeding 60 million baht across 163 separate transactions. The suspect reportedly entered Thailand via a tourist visa through the Ranong border checkpoint.
For residents and travelers, this case highlights the ongoing cooperation between Thai authorities and international police to track individuals with outstanding warrants. While the arrest confirms the suspect's detention, details regarding the extradition process and the specific timeline for her transfer to face charges in her home country remain to be confirmed by official legal proceedings. Travelers are reminded that Thai immigration maintains strict monitoring of individuals flagged by international databases.
Translated from Thai.
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