Highway Police, led by Pol. Lt. Gen. Jiraphop Phuridej, arrested two men in Chonburi for using fake license plates, following public complaints about illegal vehicles.




Mr. Theerawut, 32: Caught June 7, 2025, driving a black Nissan Almera with forged plates. He bought the car for 60,000 baht on a shady Facebook page. Charged with using fake documents.


Mr. Santisuk, 32: Nabbed June 9, 2025, in a white Honda City with fake plates and tax sticker. Bought for 70,000 baht via a relative. Also charged with using forged documents.

Seized items included cars, fake plates, and keys. Both suspects face 6 months to 5 years in jail and fines up to 100,000 baht under Section 268 of the Criminal Code. Police warn against buying unverified second-hand cars and urge legal vehicle transfers via the Department of Land Transport.

Chonburi Police Bust Fake License Plate Scheme - The Pattaya News