Authorities Seize Over 1,400 Siamese Rosewood Logs in Mukdahan
Thai officials have launched a major crackdown on transnational Siamese rosewood trafficking in Mukdahan, resulting in the seizure of 1,455 logs and the arrest of one suspect.
On November 6, 2026, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment announced an intensified operation against transnational Siamese rosewood trafficking networks in Mukdahan province. Minister Suchart Chomklin has directed authorities to move beyond simple seizures, focusing instead on dismantling the criminal networks, buyers, and financiers behind the illegal trade. Following this directive, the Royal Forest Department, in coordination with local police and special task forces, conducted a raid in the Bang Sai Yai sub-district. On November 2, officials inspected a local business premises where they arrested a suspect identified as Mr. Chatri. During the operation, authorities seized two ten-wheel trucks loaded with Siamese rosewood logs and processed timber. Subsequent investigations led to the discovery and seizure of a total of 1,455 logs. For residents and visitors, this operation highlights the government's ongoing commitment to enforcing forestry laws and protecting natural resources. While the immediate seizure has disrupted a significant supply chain, the investigation into the broader criminal network remains ongoing. Authorities are currently working to trace the origin of the timber and identify other individuals involved in the illicit operation. Further updates are expected as the investigation progresses.
