Chinese cybercriminal caught in Bangkok
A Chinese cybercrime kingpin living in Bangkok has been arrested after masterminding a multimillion-baht stolen credit card network spanning Asia.
Police dismantle sophisticated hacker ring
Thai police have broken up a sophisticated Chinese hacker ring accused of stealing thousands of international credit card details, laundering profits through cryptocurrency, and spending on luxury goods worth over 10 million baht.
Arrest at luxury Bangkok home
On August 8, Police Lieutenant General Panumart Boonyalak, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, announced the arrest of 35-year-old Chinese national Yupeng An at a luxury home in Soi Phraya Suren 9, Bang Chan subdistrict, Khlong Sam Wa, Bangkok.
Investigation led by senior officers
The takedown was led by Colonels Ratchachot Chotikoon and Chaya Panakit after investigators linked Yupeng to suspicious electronic card transactions.
Raid reveals huge haul of stolen data and assets
The raid uncovered more than 5,000 stolen credit card records, 70 mobile phones, around 500 used SIM cards, gold bars weighing 14 baht, several hundred thousand baht in cash, millions in cryptocurrency, and luxury cars. Police estimate the total value in the tens of millions.
Operation coordinated via Telegram
Investigators said Yupeng ran his operation through Telegram, directing his network to use stolen card data to purchase high-value items such as iPhone 16 Pro Max handsets and gold from online retailers. These goods were sold at major department stores in Bangkok’s Pathumwan district.
Money laundering through cryptocurrency
The proceeds were swiftly converted into the cryptocurrency USDT before being transferred to accomplices abroad.
Transnational reach across Asia
The cybercrime syndicate’s activities extended beyond Thailand to China, Taiwan, Singapore, and Malaysia. Police say Bangkok was a key hub for laundering the gang’s illicit profits, reported KhaoSod.
