Sixteen Vietnamese Nationals Arrested at Illegal Cannabis Warehouse in Nakhon Pathom
Immigration authorities in Nakhon Pathom raided a warehouse in Bang Len district, arresting 16 Vietnamese nationals for visa violations and unauthorized employment.
On November 12, 2026, immigration police in Nakhon Pathom conducted a raid on a warehouse located in the Naraphirom sub-district of Bang Len, following reports that the facility was being used for cannabis cultivation. According to Khaosod Online, authorities apprehended 16 Vietnamese nationals during the operation. Among those detained, six individuals were found to have overstayed their visas by 1,460 days. The remaining 10 individuals were charged with working without proper authorization. Police Major General Songprod Sirisukha, Commander of Immigration Division 3, stated that the operation is part of a broader directive to strictly monitor businesses employing foreign labor to prevent illegal activities and ensure fair competition for compliant operators. The suspects have been transferred to the Bang Len Police Station for further legal proceedings. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the ongoing enforcement of labor and immigration laws in Thailand. While the immediate legal status of the individuals is clear, details regarding the ownership of the warehouse and the extent of the illegal cannabis operation remain under investigation by local authorities. Those interested in the outcome should monitor official updates from the Royal Thai Police.
