Two foreign tourists were spotted walking naked in the Kata-Laemsai area of Phuket on April 28. This incident has sparked significant online criticism towards local police and officials for their perceived inaction. Images shared widely on the Phuket Times Facebook page showed the tourists, accompanied by clothed friends, smoking cigarettes by the roadside.
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The post quickly gathered attention, eliciting nearly 3,000 responses and 700 comments. Many commenters expressed frustration with local authorities, questioning their lack of response to the situation. Remarks included calls for officials to take action and concerns about potential leniency towards the tourists, who were seemingly unconcerned by their actions.
Currently, Phuket police have not made an official statement about the incident. Some social media users speculate that the case might not result in further action, comparing it to previous unaddressed situations involving foreign tourists. The criticism highlights ongoing concerns about law enforcement's handling of tourists behaving inappropriately in Phuket.
Looking forward, the community anticipates any updates or measures from the authorities as similar incidents have previously sparked debate over how such cases should be managed. The focus remains on how officials will address this case and potential policy adjustments to prevent future incidents.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 29 Apr 2026