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Where Is the Justice in Samut Prakan Bangkok? My Experience with Police, Lawyers, and Trust in Thailand and Cambodia

After a stressful situation in Bangkok, Thailand, I stopped believing in justice, the police, and good-intentioned lawyers—both in Cambodia and Thailand. My trust was tested again when I met a girl on a dating app called Thai Friendly. Her nickname was Sandy. We met a few times at my condominium in Samut Prakan, south of Bangkok. She wasn't exactly the girl of my dreams, but she was friendly and easy to talk to. Things got complicated after a few months. Sandy told me that three men had moved into her apartment and refused to leave. She said the police wouldn’t help because it was considered a “private property” matter and that she needed private security to resolve it. The situation reminded me of stories I’d heard back in Siem Reap, Cambodia —about girls from Trat province being forced into dangerous situations like smuggling guns across borders. I asked Sandy directly if she was being forced to hide weapons or do something illegal. She got nervous and refused to answer but insis...

Pattaya Beach: The Scene of a Shocking Family Scam

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Pattaya beach is one of Thailand’s most well-known spots for people who want to relax and have fun. Every year, millions of people come here for the sunny sand and exciting nightlife. You will find plenty of things to do in Pattaya , like water sports and going to busy markets. But, there is also another side to the city. Some scams take place here and be can target both tourists and people who live in Pattaya. Among these upsetting stories, there is the increase in family scams. A common one is where a daughter from rich family scams me and her own family in Pattaya . This shows how money and trust inside big families can be used against people in ways that hurt a lot. These are not the usual tourist traps or street tricks people think of. These scams happen within families. They use strong feelings to take money or things from their own family members. A surprising story is about a young woman who was part of a rich family in Pattaya. She used her charm and tricked people, and she di...