A crackdown on illegal betting networks by Thai law enforcement has hampered efforts to legalize the country’s gambling industry.
Even as legislation progresses, Thai police are cautious in their work to stop illegal companies.
In the latest raid, dubbed "Bet Zero," Thai authorities have busted two underground platforms in a crackdown on the underground gambling industry.
The crackdown resulted in the seizure of a large amount of property, including cash and high-end items valued at about 70 million baht (about $1.9 million).
Meanwhile, the government is investigating another case involving links between the police chief and a gambling network in the country.
Thailand's deputy police chief Surachate Hakparn faces charges of involvement in money laundering related to illegal online gambling networks.
Amid growing concern, the Royal Thai Police announced its intention to set up a committee of inquiry to examine Hakparn's alleged ties.
According to the Bangkok Post’s sources, the nation is watching as the mystery unfolds, with anticipation growing for the outcome of the investigation.
Thailand’s attempts to reconcile legalized gambling with a crackdown on illegal gambling syndicates highlight the challenges facing the country’s expanding regulatory landscape.
