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Phra Khanong Court Sentences 'Hi-So Looknut' to Nine Months in Prison
The Phra Khanong Criminal Court has sentenced Thanat 'Looknut' Thanakitamnuay to nine months in prison and a fine for drug-related offenses, while acquitting him of firearm charges.
On September 11, 2026, the Phra Khanong Criminal Court delivered a verdict in the case against 37-year-old Thanat Thanakitamnuay, widely known as 'Hi-So Looknut.' According to a report by Thai Post, the court found the defendant guilty of the consumption and possession of methamphetamine.
As a result of the conviction, the court sentenced Thanat to nine months in prison and imposed a fine of 22,000 Thai Baht. In the same proceeding, the court ruled to acquit the defendant regarding separate charges related to firearm possession.
For residents and travelers in Thailand, this case highlights the strict enforcement of the country’s narcotics laws. Thailand maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding the possession and use of illicit substances, and legal proceedings involving high-profile individuals are frequently monitored by the public.
While the court has issued its ruling on these specific charges, it remains to be confirmed whether the defendant will pursue an appeal against the conviction or the associated sentencing. As this is an ongoing legal matter, further developments regarding the execution of the sentence or potential appellate actions have not yet been disclosed by the authorities or the defendant's legal representatives.
