Pattaya construction site sees arrest of illegal Chinese worker
In a crackdown on illegal foreign workers, Na Jomtien Police arrested a 50 year old Chinese national who was caught overseeing a construction site without a valid work permit. The arrest comes as officials continue to tighten regulations on foreign workers in Thailand.
Na Jomtien Police, in collaboration with Immigration Division 3, arrested Chen Gaofeng, a 50 year old Chinese national, on charges of being a foreigner working without a permit or working outside the permitted scope. The arrest took place after officials discovered that Chen was illegally supervising a construction site located in Soi Na Jomtien 4, Sattahip district, without holding the proper work authorisation.
Upon questioning, Chen admitted that he had been hired by a private company to oversee the construction project but had not applied for a work permit or any legal authorisation to work in Thailand.
His actions were in violation of the country’s immigration and employment laws, which require all foreign nationals to obtain a valid work permit before engaging in paid labour.
Following his admission, Chen was taken into custody and transferred to Na Jomtien Police Station for further legal proceedings. Police stated that they will continue to enforce strict regulations on foreign workers to ensure compliance with Thai labour laws, reported Pattaya Mail.
The arrest highlights the ongoing efforts by Thai police to curb illegal employment practices, particularly in industries that rely heavily on foreign workers.
As part of a broader strategy to protect local employment and ensure the safety of the workforce, the government has been conducting regular inspections of businesses employing foreign nationals, especially in sectors like construction, hospitality, and manufacturing.
This incident also serves as a reminder to foreign nationals working in Thailand that they must adhere to the country’s immigration and labour laws. Failure to comply can lead to fines, deportation, or even imprisonment.
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