14yr Old Minor Rescued From Sexual Exploitation By Murder Suspect
25 Feb 2026
On February 25, 2026, a high-risk suspect with a background of attempted murder was apprehended by ATPD 6 and the Special Operations Unit (RTP), with help from the International Protection Alliance (IPA) for the sexual exploitation of a 14-year-old girl. The suspect, employed as a gardener and an apprentice tattoo artist, was taken into custody just before a search of his residence.
A Life Of Crime
The suspect, initially arrested at the age of 15, is in possession of a firearm and is regarded as a high-risk individual with a potential for violence. During the search, law enforcement discovered a substantial box of condoms, along with various items matching the Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM), including bed sheets, blankets, and shirts. Upon arrest, the suspect admitted to all allegations.
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Advanced Technology Used: Cellebrite
All digital devices belonging to the 23-year-old had since been seized for forensic examination.
Supporting The Young Survivor Rescued & 5 Additional Victims
The victim has previously participated in a child interview and was recognized as a victim before the raid took place. A medical examination is set to be scheduled shortly. The suspect confessed to abusing around five more victims.
Suspect Charged
Post the arrest, the suspect has been charged with human trafficking, the possession production and distribution of CSAM, taking a minor under 15 years of age from a guardian, and sexual assault of a minor under 15 years of age.
ATPD is set to return to Phitsanulok shortly to carry out child interviews with three more identified victims at this stage. The total number of victims may rise depending on the outcomes of digital forensic analysis and additional suspect interrogations. As of now, the investigation into this case remains ongoing.
Operational Footage - Operation Ghost Rider
Watch the team in action as they complete this operation
Help Us Continue the Fight
The International Protection Alliance (IPA) supports global law enforcement in combating online child exploitation through investigative support, training, and survivor assistance, aiming to ensure a safer digital environment for children.
Cases like the one in Thailand highlight the effectiveness of international cooperation, though ongoing efforts and resources are necessary to combat online threats.
This investigation and arrest underscores both a victory for justice and the persistent dangers children face online, emphasizing the need for continued collaboration to protect children and hold predators accountable.