Drug Dealer Arrested in Ayutthaya Shortly After Release
Police in Sena district, Ayutthaya, have arrested a 40-year-old man for drug trafficking just three months after he was released on bail.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, police in the Sena district of Ayutthaya province have apprehended a 40-year-old man, identified as Piyawat, on charges of drug trafficking. The arrest took place on November 5, 2026, following tips from local residents regarding illicit activities in Moo 2, Chao Chet sub-district. During the operation, officers seized 8,674 methamphetamine pills and 83.3 grams of crystal methamphetamine from the suspect's residence. Police Colonel Komol Klinprachum, Superintendent of Sena Police Station, confirmed that the suspect had been released on bail less than three months prior to this latest arrest. Upon questioning, the suspect reportedly confessed to owning the seized narcotics and claimed to have sourced them from an individual known as 'Bang Fai'. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights ongoing local law enforcement efforts to curb drug distribution in the region. While the suspect has admitted to the charges, the investigation remains active as authorities work to identify the broader supply chain and the individual mentioned by the suspect. Further details regarding the legal proceedings will be determined by the court system.
