Transport
Authorities Clear Unauthorized 'Harem' Site at Pathum Thani Roadside
Local officials in Pathum Thani have cleared a roadside area used for illicit sexual activity after reports of discarded waste and unauthorized gatherings.
On July 29, 2026, authorities in Pathum Thani, Thailand, conducted an inspection and cleanup of a Department of Rural Roads barrier storage site located near the new Ratchaphruek Road heading toward Kanchanaphisek Road in Bang Duea. The operation followed widespread online reports describing the area as a clandestine meeting spot for sexual activity.
According to Khaosod Online, officials discovered significant amounts of waste at the site, including hundreds of used condoms, lubricant packets, tissues, mosquito repellent, and various items of women’s undergarments. The site, which is intended for the storage of highway barriers, had been modified with floor mats and makeshift partitions to provide privacy for those using the area.
Pol. Col. Wiwat Atsawawibun, Superintendent of Mueang Pathum Thani Police Station, coordinated the cleanup alongside the Mayor of Bang Duea Subdistrict and representatives from the Department of Rural Roads. The site has now been cleared of the debris and unauthorized materials.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the importance of reporting unauthorized use of public infrastructure to local authorities. While the immediate cleanup has been completed, it remains to be confirmed what long-term security measures, such as improved fencing or increased patrols, will be implemented by the Department of Rural Roads to prevent the site from being used for similar purposes in the future.
Translated from Thai.
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