Police Seize Over 2,300 Meth Pills in Thalang

Phuket—

Police in Thalang District have intensified their campaign against narcotics under the Operation 90 Days initiative, resulting in the arrest of several suspects and the seizure of thousands of methamphetamine pills.

The operation mobilized Thalang Police investigators to target key drug networks in the Pa Khlok area.

• First arrest: Officers apprehended a 45‑year‑old local man, identified as Mr. Ya, with four methamphetamine tablets at a hut in Soi Homroskla, Moo 4, Pa Khlok. He was charged with possession of a Category 1 narcotic without authorization.
• Expanded operation: Investigators traced connections to two additional suspects — Mr. Ched, 47, and Ms. Joy, 33, both Phuket residents. They were found with 2,313 methamphetamine pills, packaging materials, a mobile phone, and assets believed to be linked to drug trafficking, including:
  • A Honda Wave 110i motorcycle (valued at approx. 60,000 baht)
  • 32,000 baht in cash
  • A Redmi smartphone (valued at approx. 9,000 baht)

The arrests took place near Ban Para Road and extended into Moo 3, Pa Khlok.

Authorities charged the pair with possession of methamphetamine with intent to sell, noting that the offense was committed for commercial purposes and posed a threat to public safety and national security. All suspects were transferred to Thalang Police Station for further investigation and prosecution.