Police expect 2012 will be plagued with internet-based crimes, especially scams, lese majeste offences and cyber-robberies.
Though police expect "ordinary" crimes such as human trafficking and drug dealing in communities will also keep them busy as usual this year, Crime Suppression Division chief Supisarn Bhakdinarinath stressed the need to keep a close watch on illegal online activities.
Over the past year, many people upcountry have fallen victim to Bangkok-based cyber crooks, especially in investment scams. Gangsters are exploiting cyber technology to lure rural people into handing over money.