Thai Monks Scammed in Billion-Baht Stock Fraud
In a shocking revelation, Thai monks have reportedly lost over B1 billion to a sophisticated stock fraud scheme1. The scam, known as “Ban Share Nong Carrot,” targeted religious communities in Northeast Thailand, promising high returns on stock investments1. Monks and villagers were lured into attending seminars and training sessions, where they were encouraged to invest a minimum of 300,000 baht and recruit others into the network1. The scheme collapsed earlier this month, leaving many victims without any returns on their investments1. The National Office of Buddhism (NOB) has initiated an investigation into the matter, aiming to retrieve the lost funds and bring the perpetrators to justice1. Authorities have urged victims to come forward and file complaints with the Department of Special Investigation (DSI)1.