Thai Customs Department officials seized 4.06 kilograms of type 1 narcotics, heroin, valued at over 12.18 million baht, concealed in resin molds and prepared for international postage to Australia.

 

Siam Rath reported that the bust occurred at the Suvarnabhumi Mail Center. The intensified scrutiny follows the directives of Prime Minister Srettha Taweesin, reflecting the government’s prioritized focus on addressing the drug issue urgently.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On October 17, the customs officials discovered two suspicious packages originating from a northern province of Thailand, destined for Australia.

 

A risk assessment, considering the sender's location and the recipient's country, raised alarms leading to an inspection. Unwrapping revealed unusual resin molds, and subsequent testing confirmed the encased illegal substance.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

Customs spokesperson disclosed an increase in drug confiscations. In the fiscal year 2022, 142 cases, valued at 2.565 billion baht, were recorded. In 2023, 183 cases were noted, valued at 1.157 billion baht, with 96 cases, valued at 451 million baht, originating from the Suvarnabhumi Mail Center alone.

 

TOP Picture: Siam Rath

 

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9 hours ago, webfact said:

Customs spokesperson disclosed an increase in drug confiscations. In the fiscal year 2022, 142 cases, valued at 2.565 billion baht, were recorded. In 2023, 183 cases were noted, valued at 1.157 billion baht, with 96 cases, valued at 451 million baht, originating from the Suvarnabhumi Mail Center alone

All very carefully and transparently disposed of.

The Cabinet now has the expertise to advise on this export strategy.

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