In a tale that seems plucked from the plot of an elaborate thriller, Anna, a 34-year-old veterinarian from the vibrant city of Udon Thani, found herself ensnared in a cunning trap woven by a digital villain. Just when she thought she’d engaged with a charming dentist, she soon discovered that this character was a master of deception, fleecing her of nearly a million baht. If this story doesn’t make you cling tighter to your wallet or purse, I don’t know what will! The saga began innocently enough with a friend request on Facebook from a seemingly genteel gentleman with a radiant smile—an image that Anna later realized was as authentic as a unicorn in a zoo. This man, calling himself James and claiming to be a dentist, first appeared in her messages seeking advice on pet care. A little pet guidance turned into frequent chats on LINE, and as they…
