In a plot that seems plucked from the pages of a crime novel, a trio consisting of one Chinese national and two Thai citizens found themselves in police custody, under the glaring sun of Nakhon Pathom. Their misadventure? Distributing counterfeit Ensure Gold powdered milk, a name synonymous with quality and reliability. In a Tuesday swoop, the Consumer Protection Police Division, led by the astute Pol Maj Gen Withaya Sriprasertparp, nabbed the culprits and seized an astonishing 5,375 cans of imitation milk—along with the entire operation’s paraphernalia—from two secretive locations in Nakhon Chaisi district.
With investigators on high alert, they homed in on a nondescript shop flaunting a Chinese facade, yet operating in the digital shadows. This venue brazenly offered 850-gram tins of purported Ensure Gold milk powder on various online marketplaces for a jaw-dropping 690 baht, a stark contrast to the legitimate product’s price tag of over 1,000 baht.
The mastermind, as suggested in official reports, goes by the surname Chen. His Thai associates, identified merely as Manop and Wiriya, embarked on this dubious enterprise with him. Ms. Wiriya, under the intense gaze of investigators, folded under questioning. She revealed that another elusive figure, a Chinese man known simply as Wang, masterminded the operation, employing her for the princely sum of 16,000 baht monthly. Her role involved packaging these counterfeit products and dispatching them to unsuspecting customers via a private courier service. Remarkably, Ms. Wiriya admitted to fulfilling between 100 and 200 orders daily over the previous fortnight.
The arrest has not only brought their illegal operation to a grinding halt but also sent shockwaves through the community, highlighting the ever-present risk of counterfeit goods infiltrating the market. The charges levied against them encompass the distribution of imitation food products and the marketing of inadequately labeled goods—a clear defiance of consumer protection laws.
As the sun sets on this chapter of the counterfeit saga, the actions of these individuals serve as a stark reminder of the shadows lurking in the consumer goods market. It underscores the vigilance needed by law enforcement and consumers alike to safeguard the integrity of goods that are trusted daily by the public. While the legal proceedings against Chen, Manop, and Wiriya are set to unfold, what remains abundantly clear is that the fortunate interception by the police has mitigated a potential health and trust peril in the market.
In this one daring raid in Nakhon Pathom, the pint-sized tins of dubious powdered milk tell a much larger story—one of caution, trust, and the perennial fight against counterfeiting in an increasingly connected world.
Wow, it’s shocking how elaborate these counterfeit operations can get. I wonder how many people unknowingly consumed this fake milk!
Same here! I always thought Ensure was safe to buy online. It’s really unsettling to think about it.
For sure, it makes you think twice about online shopping. Trust is everything.
You can’t trust these big brands to police the market themselves. They care more about profits than consumer safety.
I bet these guys have been at it for years. Makes me wonder what else is fake in my pantry.
It’s funny how people still think physical product quality can be trusted more than digital. This raid should be a wake-up call.
Honestly, the digital age has made counterfeiting easier in many ways. Scary thought, but true.
Yet we all still shop online, it’s too convenient. The solution isn’t avoiding it but regulating it better.
Honestly, I feel bad for Ms. Wiriya. 16,000 baht isn’t much to risk such legal trouble.
Agreed, it seems like a desperate move. Poverty drives people to do risky things.
Exactly, and big bosses like ‘Wang’ usually get away with it while small players suffer.
The authorities did a great job here. Props to them for catching these criminals before more people got scammed.
True, but what about other counterfeits out there? We’re always just scratching the surface.
Right, it’s like playing whack-a-mole. Just have to keep at it though, no other way.
What surprises me more is the sheer volume – 200 orders a day? Insane how widespread this was.
That figure does make me doubt the quality control on these counterfeit networks. Can’t believe so many were duped.
Trust is such a fragile thing in today’s global market. Incidents like this decimate consumer confidence.
If only this energy and skill were used for good instead of making fake goods, the world would be better.
Ain’t that the truth? Intelligence misapplied.
With the internet, scams are everywhere. At least now we know who these people are. Let’s hope the law comes down on them hard.
Absolutely, we need to crack down hard to set an example. Otherwise, this cycle just continues.
It’s interesting how they operated under a ‘Chinese facade.’ It’s a smart yet deceptive move. I bet it helped shield them from suspicion initially.
Scary stuff! What if this happened with baby formula? We could be dealing with something truly tragic.
Ms. Wiriya is just as guilty. She knew what she was doing and should face consequences.
Legally maybe she is guilty, but context matters. She might not have had any other options.
This story has all the elements of a Netflix thriller. I mean, a syndicate with a mastermind named ‘Chen’ and a scapegoat. Fascinating!
Mind blowing how such a large operation was housed in such a nondescript place. It’s like some spy movie stuff.
I feel like these guys should’ve been smarter. How did they think they wouldn’t get caught eventually?
Greed makes people overconfident. They probably felt invincible.
I wonder how many more Chens and Wangs are out there. The sad truth is this might just be the tip of the iceberg.
Consumer education is key here. We need to learn how to spot fakes, both online and off.
It’s complex because we have financial desperation on one side and consumer health on the other. Policies need to address both fully.
Good point. Improved oversight and supportive measures could prevent people from resorting to crime.