South Korean Man Arrested in Sattahip for Allegedly Being Involved with Illegal Drug Networks

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Sattahip – A wanted South Korean suspect was arrested in Sattahip for allegedly being involved in major illegal drugs.

Immigration Deputy Commander Major General Pantana Nuchanart told the press on Wednesday (May 31st) that a man identified only as MR. KIM, 26, a South Korean national, was a wanted suspect in his own country.

 

He allegedly was involved in major illegal drug networks from June of 2022 to March of this year, 2023, connected with Seoul, South Korea, especially in famous entertainment venues in Gangnam and Itaewon. In total, 70 suspects were previously arrested for allegedly being part of this network and involved with illegal drugs and cash seized worth more than 19.15 million won or about 17 million Thai baht.

 

By Goongnang Suksawat

 

Full story: https://thepattayanews.com/2023/05/31/south-korean-man-arrested-in-sattahip-for-allegedly-being-involved-with-illegal-drug-networks/

 

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[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

In total, 70 suspects were previously arrested for allegedly being part of this network and involved with illegal drugs and cash seized worth more than 19.15 million won or about 17 million Thai baht.

Must have been an early start-up... not much money considering.

[mikebell]

Eradicating the opposition.

[Emster23]

"illegal drug networks" one of those "protected professions"? Can someone check the list?