Mar 20, 2024
Crackdown on Foreign-Operated Rental Businesses in Phuket
Police in Phuket have initiated a crackdown on foreign-operated car and bike rental businesses suspected of using nominee shareholders. More than 100 vehicles were confiscated in a raid, and five businesses involving over 1,000 vehicles are under investigation. Foreign culprits entered as tourists and established companies with illegal share transfers. A total of 614 foreigners have been apprehended in the last six months for various crimes, with 98 deported. Tourist police also arrested two foreigners for running businesses without licenses.