Ghanaian Man Deported After Public Complaints in Phuket

Phuket –

The Phuket immigration in Phuket, working in coordination with Chalong Police Station, have revoked the visa of a 37‑year‑old Ghanaian national following repeated complaints from local residents about disruptive behavior, including intoxication, harassment, and sleeping in temples.

The Phuket Immigration Office told the Phuket Express that the crackdown reflects a broader policy to strengthen enforcement against foreign nationals whose conduct is deemed harmful to public order and damaging to Phuket’s tourism image.

Investigators identified the man as Mr. Boakye (surname withheld), who first entered Thailand in 2024 to work as a language teacher in Bangkok. In 2026, he relocated to Patong, Phuket, to continue teaching. However, his employment ended after repeated issues linked to alcohol use, leaving him without income or accommodation.

Authorities reported that Mr. Boakye took shelter at a local church and later at Wat Chalong, where his behavior, marked by intoxication, intimidation of residents, and disturbances to tourists, was considered a threat to public safety.

Following a review of his case, Phuket Immigration sought approval to revoke his permission to remain in the Kingdom under Section 54 of the Immigration Act (1979). He has now been placed in custody for deportation back to Ghana.

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