A French man was arrested by police in Bangkok for posting explicit content featuring Thai women on Monday, January 20.
He admitted to filming some videos without his partners' knowledge and then sharing them on social media.
The Immigration Bureau's investigation division, led by Police Colonel Jirapong Rujidarongchai, acted on intelligence reports about a foreign national sharing explicit content.
He used social media to solicit sexual encounters while bragging about his physical attributes.
After an investigation and gathering evidence, authorities obtained a search warrant from the North Bangkok Criminal Court.
Officers raided a luxury condominium in the Chatuchak district, where they found the suspect, identified only as Mr. K, 26, a French national studying at a major Thai university.
The search also found various electronic devices and adult toys.
When presented with evidence, including video clips, Mr. K admitted to being the person in the videos.
A French student is arrested at a luxury condominium in Bangkok's Chatuchak district on January 20, 2025. Photo: Thai police
He claimed it was a youthful mistake and that, although several women were involved, he had stopped these activities more than a year ago.
Police Lieutenant General Chairit Anurit, commander of Immigration Division 3, said that despite the suspect's claims that he had ceased operations, the crime had already been committed.
The suspect is charged under computer crime laws with importing and distributing obscene computer data accessible to the public, as well as producing and distributing obscene material.
"This case poses a serious threat to public order and morality, and damages Thailand's reputation," said Police Lieutenant General Chairit.
He stressed that digital footprints cannot be erased and ignorance of the law cannot be used as an excuse.
The commander added that this case represents a "silent threat" to society, as Mr. K admitted to having intimate relations with several women, some of whom were unaware they were being filmed.
It is believed that none of them were aware that the content was being shared on social media.
Potential victims are encouraged to contact the Bureau of Immigration's Investigations Division for legal assistance.
See also:
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Thailand: French woman has her iPhone stolen by a monkey in Lopburi
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Sextortion: Thai man arrested for blackmailing French woman
French nationals arrested in Thailand for destroying police equipment
Crazy story: French tourist who disappeared in Thailand has been found
Source: Khaosod English
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2 comments
No tolerance, but the application of the law should be exemplary, total with regard to these acts harmful to society!
Deportation after prison would deter many!
The famous "youthful mistake" at 25, when he was 26.
The famous "I didn't know it was illegal" when it's obvious to anyone.
If those are the only arguments he has in his defense, I'm not likely to put my chips on him.