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CHIANG RAI – Thai authorities have launched a massive crackdown on a major international drug smuggling network. The Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB) led the successful two-day operation in late June 2026. This targeted raid successfully dismantled a syndicate that was trying to move illegal drugs across the Thai border. The operation is […]

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JUN

Police Seize Over 7 Million Meth Pills in Northern Thailand

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Naree Srisuk

CHIANG RAI – Thailand’s Department of Special Investigation (DSI) recently led a massive operation against drug trafficking in northern Thailand. Law enforcement officers seized over seven million methamphetamine tablets during two coordinated raids in Chiang Rai and Lampang provinces. This major operation shows the government’s strong commitment to stopping the flow of illegal narcotics across […]

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JUN

Man Forgives Best Friend After Being Tricked Into Transporting Meth

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Jeff Tomas

KHON KAEN – In an emotional turn of events, Thai border patrol police arrested two men in Udon Thani, Thailand, early on June 7, 2026, for trafficking nearly 800,000 meth pills (commonly known as yaba). According to a report by Thairath, 38-year-old Chatchai Thonthan tricked his friend, 36-year-old Predee Kesonrat, into driving the getaway car […]

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JUN

Police in Northern Thailand Seize 15.6 Million Meth Tablets in Massive Drug Crackdown

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG MAI – In a major blow to narcotics networks, Provincial Police Region 5 announced the successful shutdown of five major drug trafficking operations. Law enforcement officials seized over 15.6 million methamphetamine tablets and 254 kilograms of crystal meth. The coordinated sweeps took place across Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai provinces, leading to the arrest of […]

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JUN

Police Seize 1.7 Tons of Crystal Meth Hidden Inside Modified Asphalt Truck

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Jeff Tomas

PHITSANULOK – In a major victory for Thai law enforcement, police intercepted a massive drug smuggling operation, seizing over 1.7 tons of crystal methamphetamine and ketamine. The illegal narcotics, valued at a staggering 210 million baht (approximately $6 million USD), were cleverly hidden inside a heavily modified asphalt transport truck. The dramatic bust took place […]

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MAY

Chiang Rai Police Takedown Meth Dealer, Seize Loaded Hand Gun

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI – In a swift response to community concerns, police and local leaders in Chiang Rai province launched a successful raid on Thursday. On May 28, 2026, authorities arrested a suspect in the Wiang Chiang Rung district. The suspect faces serious charges for possessing illegal drugs and an unlicensed firearm. This quick action has […]

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MAY

Massive Drug Bust in Northeastern Thailand: Police Seize 2 Tons of Crystal Meth

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Jeff Tomas

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

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

Taxi Driver Nabbed With 2.2 Million Meth Pills at Chiang Rai Checkpoint

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Jeff Tomas

CHIANG RAI— Police in northern Thailand arrested a 49-year-old taxi driver for trying to smuggle 2.2 million methamphetamine pills. The driver, identified as Apichat Fakyaem, hid the massive drug haul inside his pink taxi. To avoid getting caught, he placed the drugs on the car seats and floor, covered them with a thick blanket, and […]

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