Khao San Road in a Frenzy as Authorities Crack Down on Laughing Gas

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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

 

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[Tropicalevo]

I guess that the owners are not laughing now.

[steven100]

yes ...  they don't want anyone laughing 

[digbeth]

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

[FarangJon]

Some just forgot to bribe our royal police heroes. Now they ve learned their lesson and the day to day business will continue. 

[spidermike007]

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.

[thai006]

Let we laugh again 

[hotchilli]

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.

[alanrchase]

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.

[ricklev]

The vendors are conveniently located within 100 meters of the police station making the crackdown easy. 

[Classic Ray]

This might just be reminder raids to ensure that the right people are rewarded tomorrow.

[newbee2022]

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. 🙏

[Chongalulu]

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... 🎈 

[wensiensheng]

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

[Purdey]

They still have that deadly poison called alcohol I guess.

[lou norman]

back in the day (mid 90s) we bought No2 cylinders from a local dental supply shop. Good times.

[digbeth]

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 

[alanrchase]

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.

[Ironmike]

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. 

[connda]

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.  🙄

[connda]

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."

[2long]

What does 'the far end of Khao Sarn Road' mean? I guess we know which end they're viewing from.

[rocketboy2]

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

[DTL2014]

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

[Frankie baby]

500 BHT fines all round for the distribution premises. A little higher for the illegal workers, well, they didn't look like farangs. 

[freedomnow]

Hahahahahahaha ?

[sambum]

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"!

[Red Forever]

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.

[Spock]

1 hour ago, newbee2022 said:

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. 🙏

I don't think age has much to do with it. Some people including me at 70 are not averse to taking a drug to enhance pleasure in life. Weed in fairly small amounts is about all I require these days. I assume you are also a non drinker, because if not, you are being hypocritical saying that you don't understand people taking drugs.

[brianthainess]

I don't see a single soul in a frenzy. 

for reference only

Edited June 7 by brianthainess