Elderly Som Tam Seller Arrested For Drug Dealing In Udon Thani

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An elderly woman was arrested in Udon Thani for switching from selling som tam to dealing drugs. The 63-year-old, previously known for her papaya salad, was caught with 54 methamphetamine tablets. She confessed that drug dealing was easier and more lucrative.

 

Police in the Kumphawapi district of Udon Thani province reported the bust on social media, revealing how Prayong Tumputsa had turned to crime. The community, initially shocked, had reported suspicious activity, leading to her arrest.

 

Her transition to drug dealing began shortly after her son's arrest for a similar crime. Prayong admitted buying methamphetamine for 25 baht per tablet and selling it for 40 baht each. She said her age made it too difficult to continue her som tam business.

 

Charged under Section 145 of the Narcotics Control Act, Prayong faces between two to 20 years in prison and a hefty fine. Investigations continue to track down her supplier.

 

-- 2024-05-17

 

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[Tropicalevo]

25 minutes ago, webfact said:

She confessed that drug dealing was easier and more lucrative.

and that is why many are tempted to do it.

Money for old rope - until you are caught.

[PJ71]

This place is brilliant, think she's the wife of the 80 year old guy that stabbed his mate - w t f ???

[Angus55]

Yaba possession is legal now.

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

An elderly woman was arrested in Udon Thani for switching from selling som tam to dealing drugs. The 63-year-old,

Selling Papaya salad must have been a hard life... the photo looks like it took a toll on her body.

Unless she was popping some of her own medicine.

 

[ronster]

Was she sticking it in the som tam instead of msg .

Did she win any awards for best som tam as it was so addictive 😄

[fondue zoo]

2 minutes ago, ronster said:

Was she sticking it in the som tam instead of msg .

Did she win any awards for best som tam as it was so addictive 😄

 

 

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