Phuket police seize nearly 3 kilogrammes of crystal meth in Rawai

In a significant drug bust, Phuket police apprehended two men in possession of nearly 3 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine at a residence on Saiyuan Road in Rawai. The operation was executed by the Crime Suppression Division of the Phuket Provincial Police, led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Phichit Thongto, on [insert date].

Details of the Arrest

Suspect 1: Tribut Samaktalay (aka Tor)

• Age: 47
• Residence: Moo 4, Wichit
• Location of Arrest: Property in Moo 7, Rawai
• Seized Items:
  • Approximately 2,987 grams of crystal meth (Ice)
  • 12 methamphetamine pills (meth)
  • Digital weighing scale
  • Drug paraphernalia
  • Four 100 baht banknotes (allegedly from drug transactions)
  • Samsung Galaxy A31 phone

Suspect 2: Rochad Yeabwat (aka Dee)

• Age: 36
• Residence: Songkhla Province
• Location of Arrest: In front of the same house in Moo 7, Rawai
• Seized Items:
  • Approximately 0.15 grams of crystal meth (ya ice)
  • 15 methamphetamine pills

Legal Proceedings

Both men were taken to Chalong Police Station and charged with illegal possession of a Category 1 narcotic with intent to sell and illegal use of a Category 1 narcotic.

Related News: Major Drug Bust in Songkhla

In a related development, police in Songkhla seized more than 1 million methamphetamine pills and 400 grams of crystal meth, with a combined value exceeding 30 million baht. The suspects in this case are linked to a significant drug distribution network and have a history of serious crimes.

Details of the Seizure

• Date: July 12
• Location: Songkhla provincial police headquarters
• Seized Items:
  • 1,269,000 methamphetamine pills
  • 400 grams of crystal meth (Ice)
• Estimated Value: Over 30 million baht

The press conference announcing the bust was held by Nitinae Langyanai, Deputy Commissioner of Region 9 Police, and Sawet Phetnoi, Deputy Governor of Songkhla Province.

Bangkok Police Intercept Meth Smuggling Operation

In another major crackdown, Bangkok police arrested a Thai man for smuggling crystal meth hidden in second-hand clothing parcels. The man admitted to earning 3,000 baht daily by packing and shipping drugs over the past month.

Details of the Operation

• Suspect: Thai man (name not disclosed)
• Modus Operandi: Smuggling crystal meth in second-hand clothing parcels
• Income: 3,000 baht per day
• Police Involvement: Kiattikul Sonthinene, Kornwarat Promsawan, and the Romklao investigation team
• Location: Rong Kha Daeng community

Conclusion

These recent arrests and drug busts highlight the ongoing efforts of Thai law enforcement to combat drug trafficking and distribution within the country. The swift actions by police in Phuket, Songkhla, and Bangkok demonstrate a coordinated approach to tackling the drug epidemic and ensuring the safety of communities across Thailand.