Bangkok, Thailand – In a disturbing case highlighting the dangers of online predators, Bangkok Metropolitan Police have arrested a 21-year-old man for allegedly abducting and sexually assaulting a 13-year-old girl he met through Facebook.
Details of the Crime
- Initial Contact: The suspect, identified as Kongkai, reportedly groomed the victim on Facebook for two weeks before luring her out
- Abduction: Posing as a friendly acquaintance, he convinced the girl to join him for a motorcycle ride on August 12, 2023
- Assault: Instead of a casual outing, Kongkai took her to a hotel in Samut Prakan, where he and an accomplice allegedly assaulted her
- Second Location: The victim was then manipulated into going to a residence in Chon Buri before she escaped and contacted her mother
Police Response & Arrest
- Authorities, led by Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom, tracked and arrested Kongkai on June 17 outside a Bang Na condominium
- The Khlong Dan Police Station is handling the investigation, with charges expected to include abduction and sexual assault of a minor
- Police warn that crimes involving victims under 15 can lead to up to 20 years imprisonment
Broader Warning on Online Safety
The Metropolitan Police Bureau issued a public alert, emphasizing:
✔ Parental vigilance over children’s social media use
✔ Predators exploiting trust through platforms like Facebook
✔ Legal consequences for offenders targeting minors
Related Case: Navy Conscript Arrested for Impersonation & Assault Attempt
In a separate incident, a 22-year-old Royal Thai Navy conscript (“Bank”) was detained for allegedly:
- Posing as a police informant to coerce a 14-year-old girl
- Threatening her with arrest over an e-cigarette violation
- Attempting assault in a banana grove before she fought back and escaped
What’s Next?
- Kongkai faces formal charges as evidence is reviewed
- Police urge parents to monitor online interactions and report suspicious behavior
- Crackdowns on social media predators expected to intensify
