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Authorities Seize Over 330,000 Methamphetamine Pills in Buriram
A 28-year-old woman was arrested in Buriram province for allegedly hiding a large cache of methamphetamine in a chicken coop.
On September 24, 2026, Thai Post reported that local administrative officials and Buriram provincial police conducted a raid resulting in the arrest of a 28-year-old woman. The suspect is allegedly linked to a drug trafficking network led by an individual known as 'Ball,' a former inmate who was released from prison only two months ago.
Authorities discovered approximately 333,000 methamphetamine pills buried beneath a chicken coop, a tactic reportedly used to evade detection. According to reports, the narcotics were smuggled into Thailand from a neighboring country. Police are currently working to expand the investigation to apprehend 'Ball' and other members of the criminal network involved in this operation.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights ongoing efforts by Thai law enforcement to combat cross-border drug trafficking. While such operations are typically targeted at criminal syndicates, they underscore the strict enforcement of drug laws in Thailand, where possession and distribution carry severe penalties. At this time, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities have yet to confirm the full extent of the network or the specific locations where the drugs were intended to be distributed. Travelers are reminded that Thailand maintains a zero-tolerance policy regarding illegal substances.