A controversial incident unfolded in Phuket's Rawai area as a restaurant owner reported a foreign couple to the police after they entered her property without permission. The couple allegedly used the restaurant's swimming pool and consumed cannabis on-site. The owner, from Grills Nai-Harn, shared a video online, showing an employee confronting the couple, who were eventually asked to leave.
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The sequence of events began when the couple first visited the establishment with a mat and were seen using cannabis. They returned days later, swimming in the pool as though it was their own. Footage of the incident was captured and shared, with the restaurant owner seeking help to identify the pair, speculating they might be staying in the nearby Soi Naya area.
When confronted, the man attempted to downplay the situation by saying “sabai sabai” in Thai, but the employee insisted on the seriousness of the trespass. The couple apologized and agreed to leave, but later, more CCTV footage emerged, showing the couple's alleged drug use and unauthorized swimming. The Phuket Times reported that the couple, having no fixed accommodation, often slept in public spaces.
Local reports claimed the duo had been causing disturbances, including public arguments and harassment. These incidents have drawn considerable attention, with multiple Thai news outlets sharing the story. Following the confrontation, the restaurant owner confirmed that she had lodged a police report to address the issue formally.
Looking ahead, local authorities may investigate the couple's activities in the area and their impact on the community. The incident underscores broader concerns about tourist behavior and substance use in popular destinations like Phuket, reported The Thaiger.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 25 Mar 2026
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