Popular Post webfact Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 BANGKOK: - Thai authorities have intensified their crackdown on the illegal sale of nitrous oxide, famously known as laughing gas, along Khao San Road. The operation focused on stamping out the distribution of the gas-filled balloons and targeting foreign workers hired by establishments to evade legal scrutiny. Last night at 9 pm, senior officers, spearheading the operation, combed through entertainment venues and restaurants along the iconic street. The primary target was an establishment at the far end of Khao San Road. Here, officials confiscated numerous laughing gas balloons and promotional materials advertising their sale. Several foreign employees were detained for questioning concerning their legal status in Thailand. According to an officer involved, these businesses persistently sell laughing gas despite previously being caught last February. These businesses employ foreign workers to distance themselves from the illegal activities and dodge prosecution. Picture courtesy: MGR online This strategy to employ foreign labourers insinuates a deliberate effort by vendors to sidestep legal consequences. The proprietors claim no involvement in the illegal practices, striving to evade legal repercussions. However, authorities are adamant that the businesses remain accountable for any illicit activities occurring on their premises. Another officer reinforced this viewpoint, noting that changing sales tactics to avoid detection will not absolve businesses from their responsibilities. Ultimately, the business owners must ensure their establishments adhere to the law. This recent crackdown underscores the ongoing challenge of enforcing legal standards on Khao San Road. A hotspot brimming with tourists and locals, it remains a focal point for illicit activities, including the sale of laughing gas balloons. Picture courtesy: MGR online Authorities pledge to continue their efforts to quash the illegal sale of laughing gas and other prohibited activities, focusing on both immediate enforcement actions and long-term prevention strategies. By holding sellers and businesses accountable, officials aim to cultivate a safer environment for all who visit Khao San Road. TOP: Picture courtesy: MGR online -- 2024-06-07 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 4 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tropicalevo Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 I guess that the owners are not laughing now. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post steven100 Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 yes ... they don't want anyone laughing 2 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
digbeth Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 I wonder how are they 'arresting' people for selling what's currently a legal substance I mean, if they want pretense, I'd say have a do it yourself cake icing on the table that requires whipped cream and the required bottle and gas 3 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post FarangJon Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 Some just forgot to bribe our royal police heroes. Now they ve learned their lesson and the day to day business will continue. 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 1 hour ago, digbeth said: I wonder how are they 'arresting' people for selling what's currently a legal substance I mean, if they want pretense, I'd say have a do it yourself cake icing on the table that requires whipped cream and the required bottle and gas It doesn't matter. They just make it up as they go. Daily, another crackdown. The RTP. The crackdown crackpots. 3 1 1 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thai006 Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 Let we laugh again 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 2 hours ago, webfact said: This strategy to employ foreign labourers insinuates a deliberate effort by vendors to sidestep legal consequences. The proprietors claim no involvement in the illegal practices, striving to evade legal repercussions. However, authorities are adamant that the businesses remain accountable for any illicit activities occurring on their premises So close the establishment down and put a padlock on the doors for all to see. 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post alanrchase Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 1 hour ago, digbeth said: I wonder how are they 'arresting' people for selling what's currently a legal substance I mean, if they want pretense, I'd say have a do it yourself cake icing on the table that requires whipped cream and the required bottle and gas The sale of nitrous oxide is illegal in Thailand. 1 2 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ricklev Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 The vendors are conveniently located within 100 meters of the police station making the crackdown easy. 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Classic Ray Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 This might just be reminder raids to ensure that the right people are rewarded tomorrow. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post newbee2022 Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 In general I really don't understand taking or consuming/inhaling any drugs. What is wrong with someone not being able to enjoy life without? Is virtual reality or fantasy at last your lived reality? Maybe I'm too old and know too much about drugs and their side effects or brain damages. 🙏 1 1 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Chongalulu Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 3 hours ago, webfact said: The operation focused on stamping out the distribution of the gas-filled balloons This has been blown out of proportion... 🎈 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post wensiensheng Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 19 minutes ago, Classic Ray said: This might just be reminder raids to ensure that the right people are rewarded tomorrow. Possible. Also possible that the right payments are being made and the occasional raid like this one is so that the correct appearance of the application of the law exists. I mean, they did a raid only in February and already they have to do another one. So tedious having to do 3 raids a year on a store 100 meters from the police station. Don’t crims know the BIB is seriously over worked!/s 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Purdey Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 They still have that deadly poison called alcohol I guess. 1 1 1 1 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lou norman Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 back in the day (mid 90s) we bought No2 cylinders from a local dental supply shop. Good times. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post digbeth Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 43 minutes ago, alanrchase said: The sale of nitrous oxide is illegal in Thailand. no it's not go to any supermarket and you can buy whip cream chargers and the whip cream canisters popular with kids in international schools 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanrchase Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 15 minutes ago, digbeth said: no it's not go to any supermarket and you can buy whip cream chargers and the whip cream canisters popular with kids in international schools The Medicine Act of 1967 makes it illegal. It is a controlled substance and you need a permit. I expect the whipped cream canisters are one of those Thai anomalies where food equipment gets a pass, a bit like buying food grade 100% ethanol. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 this is no laughing matter....beside the sangsom in the pic does more than enough to me to get me giggling and then some... 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sticky Rice Balls Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 1 hour ago, alanrchase said: The sale of nitrous oxide is illegal in Thailand. as is prostitution so keep your eyes peeled Gents! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Ironmike Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 If the police station is so close why doesn't someone simply take a gas bottle with a hose and stream it into the cop shop,,, problem solved. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 Crime of the century. Nitrous oxide. Laughing gas make you feel good. Thai government no allow commoners to feel good. Only drink alcohol sold by Thai monopolies or smoke cigarettes sold by Thai monopolies. Use laughing gas we throw you in prison for feeling too good. Criminy. 🙄 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
connda Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 45 minutes ago, Purdey said: They still have that deadly poison called alcohol I guess. "Alcohol sold by Thai monopoly good for you. Feel good with laughing gas and go to prison. You warned commoners." 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2long Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 What does 'the far end of Khao Sarn Road' mean? I guess we know which end they're viewing from. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketboy2 Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 (edited) Quote Authorities Crack Down on Laughing Gas Oh, I thought it was a thread about Farting. I must be behind the times. Edited June 7 by rocketboy2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DTL2014 Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 as soon as it reappears - let's report it to the police station and take photos for the bangkok post.Any inaction by the police would suggest that they are on the payroll.And therefore shouldl face dismissal. That is about the only way to handle it...we need to demand better policing 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frankie baby Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 500 BHT fines all round for the distribution premises. A little higher for the illegal workers, well, they didn't look like farangs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freedomnow Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 Hahahahahahaha ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sambum Posted June 7 Share Posted June 7 Love the headline! I have a mental image of hundreds of people in a "frenzy" in Khao San Road and "laughing their heads off" having partaken of the "laughing gas"! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Red Forever Posted June 7 Popular Post Share Posted June 7 1 hour ago, Purdey said: They still have that deadly poison called alcohol I guess. Thanks Purd you just won me 100bt. I bet my mate that by post no. 15 there would be at least one from a sanctimonious dopehead deflecting to the evils of alcohol. 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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