Tourist Police launch high-season scam crackdown from Hua Hin

15 November 2026 · 50-word read

In 50 words

Thailand's Tourist Police began a high-season crackdown on scams, theft and festival hazards on 14 Nov, sending 115 officers into Hua Hin. Commissioner Phongsiam Meekhanthong led the launch, broadcast live to all 33 tourist police stations. The operation runs to 20 Nov. Help is available on hotline 1155.

Why it matters

Tourists and residents heading to busy destinations and festival venues this season may see more officers. Police said they will watch for scams, overcharging and theft, and tourists can call the 1155 hotline for help at any hour.

What's next

According to Thaiger, the operation is due to run until 20 Nov.

Key dates

10 NovTourist police sent 100 officers, volunteers and lifeguards to Soi Bangla in Patong for a high-season deployment.
14 Nov115 officers sent out in Hua Hin; ceremony broadcast live to all 33 tourist police stations.
20 NovStated end date of the operation.

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