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Authorities Seize 25 Tons of Illegal Chicken Liver in Narathiwat
Thai agricultural security forces intercepted two trucks smuggling over 25,000 kilograms of chicken liver near the border, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb illegal agricultural imports.
On August 1, 2026, at approximately 11:20 PM, a joint operation involving the Phra Phirun Agricultural and Food Security Center, the Narathiwat Animal Quarantine Station, and the Sungai Kolok Customs House resulted in the seizure of 25,430 kilograms of chicken liver. According to Khaosod Online, the contraband was discovered in two trucks in the Sungai Kolok district of Narathiwat province.
Sarawut Nueangjamnong, commander of the Phra Phirun Center, stated that the drivers failed to provide documentation regarding the origin or transport permits for the cargo. The seized goods, valued at approximately 2,034,400 baht, were being transported to an unspecified destination, with drivers claiming they were awaiting further instructions on where to deliver the shipment. This operation follows a directive from the Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, Suriya Juangroongruangkit, to strictly enforce regulations against the smuggling of agricultural products.
For residents and travelers, this incident underscores the government's intensified focus on food safety and border security. While the immediate threat of these specific goods entering the market has been neutralized, authorities are currently working to identify the source of the shipment and the broader network involved. It remains to be confirmed who the intended recipients were and whether this seizure is linked to larger organized smuggling operations in the region.
Translated from Thai.
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