Three Arrested in Pattaya for Alleged Cyber Police Recovery Scam
Three individuals were arrested in Pattaya for allegedly operating a scam that impersonated cybercrime police officers. The group targeted previous scam victims, promising fund recovery and then sending QR codes for fraudulent transactions.
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