Chonburi, Thailand, October 24th, 2025: The Region 2 Crime Suppression Division arrested members of an illegal loan shark gang connected to the notorious “Shogun” network, seizing loan documents and an unlicensed firearm during a raid in Chonburi province.
Under the command of Maj. Gen. Kiattisak Srathongoi, Commander of the Region 2 Crime Suppression Division, a team led by Pol. Col. Thienchai Lertmaneethawisap, Superintendent of the division, executed a search warrant (No. C.228/2568) issued by the Chonburi Provincial Court. The operation targeted a house on Moo 1 in Mueang Chonburi, which was operating as an illegal loan office.
During the raid, authorities detained Mr. Samphan (alias “Gaeo”) Janphram, 34, who identified himself as the homeowner, and Mr. Sattayu (alias “Yiem”) Rueangrat, 19. The search uncovered loan-related documents, mobile phones, a computer used for managing the illegal lending business, and an unlicensed firearm with ammunition. Mr. Samphan admitted to purchasing the firearm for 64,000 baht from an unidentified acquaintance, but the weapon had not been legally registered.
Investigations revealed that Mr. Samphan operated the loan shark business under the “Shogun” network, charging an exorbitant interest rate of 20% per loan, with repayments spread over 24 days. He claimed to lend only to known customers. Mr. Sattayu was employed to collect payments from borrowers, receiving wages from Mr. Samphan.
Following the investigation, both suspects were handed over to the Saensuk Police Station in Chonburi for prosecution. Mr. Samphan faces charges of illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition, operating an unlicensed personal loan business, and charging interest rates exceeding legal limits. Mr. Sattayu was charged with participating in the unlicensed loan business and charging excessive interest rates.
