Wang Xing Rescued from Myanmar Scam Centre, Reveals Shocking Details

Wang Xing, a 31-year-old Chinese actor, was recently rescued from a scam centre in Myanmar. He had gone missing while visiting Thailand. His girlfriend, desperate for help, turned to social media. On January 5, she posted on Weibo: “We have no choice but to borrow the power of the internet to amplify our voices.” This post quickly went viral and gained national attention, prompting government intervention.

The Disappearance and Rescue

Wang Xing‘s rescue came on January 7, after two days of being missing. On January 8, he appeared with Thai police and shared his story. He explained that he had been lured to Myanmar under the false promise of a lucrative job. Wang had traveled to Bangkok for an acting role offered via WeChat. However, after crossing into Myanmar, he realized something was wrong when he saw the poor living conditions.

He revealed that around 50 other Chinese nationals were also held at the same scam centre. These centres, reportedly run by criminal networks, force victims into online scams and fraud.

Public Concern Over Other Victims

While Wang was rescued, concerns remain for others still trapped. One Weibo user wrote, “We are desperate to know if the remaining Chinese nationals (who were) with him have been rescued.” Another user added, “Other people’s lives are also lives.”

The Fake Job Offer

Wang explained that he was invited to Thailand to act in a film by someone posing as an associate director. He had worked in Thailand before and didn’t suspect anything unusual. Wang disappeared on January 3 in Mae Sot, a town known for trafficking activities near the Thai-Myanmar border. His girlfriend and his brother tried to contact the police, but their efforts were unsuccessful until her post on social media led to action.

The Rescue Operation

Details about Wang’s rescue remain limited. However, he told police that after reaching Bangkok, he was picked up in a car and taken to Myanmar. Once there, his head was shaved, and he was forced to undergo training for scamming people. Wang described harsh conditions, with little food and no time to use the toilet.

Ongoing Investigations

Wang’s case has prompted Thai police to investigate other similar disappearances. They are currently looking into the case of another Chinese model who vanished near the Thai-Myanmar border. The China Federation of Radio and Television Association also issued a statement expressing concern over fake job offers luring actors abroad, leading to severe harm.