Bangkok nightclub raided for illegal operation and late alcohol sales

Bangkok police raided a nightclub in Thonglor for operating without permission and selling alcohol past legal hours, with patrons still drinking and enjoying live music.

At 2.06am yesterday, August 25, Lieutenant General Thiti Saengsawang, along with Major General Witawat Chinnakam and other officers, directed a raid on the Milley nightclub located on Thonglor 15, Sukhumvit 55, Khlong Tan Nuea, Watthana district, Bangkok.

Thonglor police had received a confidential tip-off from the Metropolitan Police Bureau’s patrol division, requesting support to investigate an unauthorised establishment operating in the Thonglor area.

Arriving at the scene, officers found the Milley club operating as a food and alcohol venue. Patrons were present, consuming alcohol, enjoying live music, and dancing. Officers identified three individuals managing the premises who were promptly asked to produce necessary permits.

The individuals could only present a liquor sales permit but failed to provide an establishment licence, as the venue was unauthorised. Police then informed them of the charges: operating an unauthorised establishment and selling alcohol beyond legal hours.

Officers conducted thorough searches of patrons and staff, finding no illegal items. They verified that all patrons were over 20 years old. The suspects, along with evidence, were taken to Thonglor Police Station for further legal proceedings, reported KhaoSod.

In a similar occurrence, a recent raid by the Thai police at a semi-pub restaurant in Chaiyaphum province uncovered illegal activities involving underage girls. The operation led to the arrest of the owner and three girls under 20 years old, who were found offering illicit services.

In separate news, a cluster of severe methanol poisoning cases has emerged in Bangkok after 21 individuals fell ill after consuming counterfeit alcoholic beverages, leading to one death and several others in critical condition.

The incident began when patients started showing symptoms of severe acidosis from drinking fake alcohol containing methanol. The products were traced to two shops located in Soi Hathairat and Khlong Sam Wa. Symptoms in affected individuals started appearing on August 22.