PEA, in collaboration with various security agencies, raided a suspicious building in Kanchanaburi, revealing an illegal Bitcoin mining operation that had been stealing electricity. The operation involved direct high-voltage connections from transformers and an underground power system, resulting in significant financial damage.
This enforcement action highlights the severe risks of electricity theft to grid stability and public safety, underscoring the importance of robust regulatory oversight and public cooperation in maintaining energy security.
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PEA and security agencies busted an illegal Bitcoin mining operation in Kanchanaburi, uncovering over 16 million baht in electricity theft.