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Two arrested for meth pills in Srisoonthorn

Two arrested for meth pills in Srisoonthorn

PHUKET: While Phuket officials are recommending boat operators testing positive for meth use for treatment, Thalang Police have confirmed the arrests of two for illegal possession of methamphetamine pills (ya bah) with intent to sell.

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By Eakkapop Thongtub

Thursday 4 January 2024 12:49 PM


Photo: Thalang Police

Photo: Thalang Police

Thalang Police announced yesterday (Jan 3) the results of their anti-drug operations from Dec 17-28, which netted two suspects and 336 pills ya bah pills.

Orachai Kingthong, 33, a registered resident of Moo 1, Srisoonthorn, was arrested on the Khao Lan-Kuan Ta Thaen Rd, in Moo 1, Srisoonthorn, and found in possession of 147 ya bah pills.

Yongyut Ok-un, 48, from Udon Thani, was arrested at the Fruity Night Resort in Srisoonthorn, where he was found 189 with ya bah pills.

Both men were charged with possession of a Category 1 narcotic for sale without permission, Thalang Police confirmed.