Methamphetamine Seizure Archives

LOEI – In a major blow to international drug cartels, police have seized a staggering 20 million methamphetamine pills, locally known as “ya ba,” in the northeastern province of Loei. This sweeping operation, which connects to the earlier seizure of nearly two tons of crystal meth, highlights the ongoing battle against illegal narcotics flowing through […]

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MAY

High-Speed Police Chase in Northern Thailand Ends in Fatal Crash

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI – A quiet Sunday afternoon in northern Thailand quickly turned into a scene of chaos and tragedy. On May 24, 2026, a high-speed police chase in Sukhothai province ended in a devastating car crash. The incident left one suspected drug trafficker dead and another fighting for his life. However, the biggest shock came […]

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MAY

4 Million Meth Pills Seized in Chiang Rai After High-Speed Chase

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI – A routine security checkpoint in northern Thailand quickly turned into a high-stakes car chase this week, resulting in the seizure of millions of illegal drugs. The Pha Muang Task Force, a key military unit responsible for border security, successfully stopped a massive drug smuggling operation in Chiang Rai Province. During the operation, […]

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MAY

Massive Drug Bust in Northern Thailand: Over 7 Million Meth Pills Seized

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG MAI- On May 11, 2026, Provincial Police Region 5 authorities, led by Lieutenant General Krittapon Yee-sakorn, announced the successful dismantling of two major drug trafficking networks in Chiang Mai and Lampang in Northern Thailand. The coordinated operations resulted in the seizure of over 7.1 million methamphetamine pills (Yaba) and the arrest of multiple suspects, […]

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MAY

Pha Muang Task Force in Chiang Rai Seizes 4 Million Meth Pills

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI - Major General Sathit Wainon, Commander of the Pha Muang Task Force , confirmed on May 5, 2026, that his units successfully intercepted a massive drug shipment containing approximately 4 million methamphetamine tablets following a brief…

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MAY

Chiang Rai Border Patrol Seizes 4 Million Meth Pills on the Mekong River

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI - Under the cover of darkness, Thai border patrol units intercepted a major drug smuggling operation, seizing 4 million methamphetamine pills hidden along the banks of the Mekong River.

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MAY

Police Seize 8 Million Methamphetamine Pills After High-Speed Chase

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Jeff Tomas

PHETCHABUN - In a major victory against illegal drug networks, Thai highway police and military forces seized a staggering eight million methamphetamine pills during a high-speed chase and subsequent raids in Phetchabun province between April 28 and…

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APR

Thai Police Smash 1,500 Drug Networks in Nationwide Drug Raids

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Jeff Tomas

BANGKOK - In a massive crackdown aimed at clearing the streets of illegal narcotics, the Royal Thai Police dismantled over 1,500 drug networks across the country between March 28 and April 27.

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APR

Police Seize Over 2 Million Meth Tablets After High-Speed Chase

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Jeff Tomas

TAK - Police have successfully intercepted a major drug smuggling operation, seizing more than 2.3 million methamphetamine tablets.

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