Thai Authorities Crack Down on Foreigners' Illegal Property Ownership in Chonburi, Seizing Assets Worth Over 800 Million Baht
Thai police in Chonburi's Bang Lamung district have raided 12 locations, seizing assets worth over 800 million baht and more than 100 computers, in connection with suspected illegal property ownership by foreigners using nominees. Investigations are underway to uncover the extent of the illicit activities.
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