Key Facts
• A 12-year-old Thai girl was illegally employed in a Tokyo massage parlor.
• Thai police revealed the girl’s mother is currently in Taipei, Taiwan.
• The girl was reportedly handed over by her mother in Tokyo.
• Thai National Police Chief Kittirat announced the case is being treated as human trafficking.
• Authorities plan to repatriate the girl to Thailand as soon as possible.
• The mother has traveled 27 times to Japan, Taiwan, and Vietnam.
• The mother and daughter reportedly rarely lived together.
• Thai police are coordinating with Taiwanese authorities to bring the mother back for legal action.
Summary
Thai police are investigating a human trafficking case involving a 12-year-old Thai girl illegally employed in a Tokyo massage parlor. The girl was reportedly handed over by her mother, who is currently in Taipei, Taiwan. Thai National Police Chief Kittirat confirmed plans to repatriate the girl and pursue legal action against the mother, who has a history of 27 international trips. Authorities are expediting procedures to return the girl to Thailand and are working with Taiwanese officials to ensure the mother faces justice.
