Thai police seize assets worth 23 million baht in drug crackdown

Thai law enforcement officials announced a significant crackdown on drug operations on Thursday, July 25, targeting 237 locations and seizing properties valued at over 23 million baht.

The Thai Patrol and Special Operation Division (PSD), along with other relevant agencies, held a press conference at 1pm on Thursday to reveal the details of the extensive operation.

Police aimed their efforts at 237 sites under the jurisdiction of the Metropolitan Police Headquarters. This initiative led to the disruption of 166 drug networks across 225 cases. During the raids, officers seized 530,000 amphetamine pills, 46 kilogrammes of methamphetamine, and various other illicit substances. Assets worth over 23 million baht, including luxury cars and accessories, were also confiscated.

A significant highlight of the operation was the apprehension of a Chinese drug lord, who was reportedly involved in distributing illicit substances to the US through a private delivery company. This arrest marked a critical point in the investigation, which further led to the detention of several individuals connected to the drug network, comprising both Thai and Chinese nationals.

The Thai government places a high priority on drug suppression efforts, with a strong focus on rehabilitating drug addicts and assisting them in reintegrating into society, officials stated.

To combat the drug issue effectively, law enforcement officers have implemented stringent measures within local communities. These actions aim to guarantee the success of the ongoing suppression efforts and reinforce the government’s commitment to eradicating the drug menace from the country, reported Pattaya News.

In related news, Pattaya police arrested four alleged drug agents and seized substantial amounts of methamphetamine, ketamine, and firearms during a series of raids conducted on July 17. The operation, led by the Chief of Pattaya Police Station, Police Colonel Navin Teerawit, targeted drug networks in Banglamung district, Chon Buri province.

In other news, an early morning drug bust operation in Mae Taeng district, Chiang Mai led to an exchange of gunfire, leaving one officer injured. Police managed to seize a significant amount of heroin and methamphetamine after a suspect abandoned a motorcycle and fled.