Drug Bust at Newly Opened NASA Pub in Chonburi

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: Amarin TV

 

An early morning raid on the newly-opened NASA pub in Chonburi resulted in the arrest of 157 revellers for drug use, according to reports. Simultaneously, authorities found numerous sachets of narcotics discarded on the floor, Amarin TV revealed.

 

The raid commenced at 1 a.m. today, June 15, and was spearheaded by a team from the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), alongside local and narcotics police. They executed the operation following a warrant issued by the court.

 

During the raid, officials encountered over 500 party-goers. Alarmingly, the majority attempted to flee the scene but were unsuccessful. Subsequent drug tests uncovered that 157 individuals tested positive for drug use, including eight minors.

 

Additionally, police discovered and collected 77 discarded bags of drugs and e-cigarettes on the premises. Further checks revealed that four of the attendees were already wanted for existing drug-related offences.

 

The NASA pub, which had recently opened, had already become a popular venue, frequented by celebrities and politicians. The bust was mainly triggered by a tip-off from an informant who had previously been detained during a raid at Dirty pub in Pattaya, now closed for five years.

 

The pub’s management faces serious charges including operating without a licence, selling alcohol beyond the permitted hours, and allowing entry to underage individuals. These violations have further spotlighted the increasing trend of illegal activities in newly emerging entertainment spots within the region.

 

The police and local authorities have vowed to continue their efforts in cracking down on such establishments to ensure that public health and safety are maintained. The recent raid on NASA pub serves as a critical reminder of the ongoing challenges authorities face in regulating entertainment venues.

 

-- 2024-06-17

 

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[Pique Dard]

..drugs are a bit like war: you get into it, but getting out of it is a different kettle of fish. to be honest, legalizing cannabis may not have been such a great idea if you want to combat drug use at all.

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

During the raid, officials encountered over 500 party-goers. Alarmingly, the majority attempted to flee the scene but were unsuccessful. Subsequent drug tests uncovered that 157 individuals tested positive for drug use, including eight minors.

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

The NASA pub, which had recently opened, had already become a popular venue, frequented by celebrities and politicians.

 

3 hours ago, webfact said:

The pub’s management faces serious charges including operating without a licence, selling alcohol beyond the permitted hours, and allowing entry to underage individuals.

I'm sure the local plod were aware of this establishment....

[hotchilli]

2 hours ago, Pique Dard said:

..drugs are a bit like war: you get into it, but getting out of it is a different kettle of fish. to be honest, legalizing cannabis may not have been such a great idea if you want to combat drug use at all.

Cannabis in itself can be used for many benefits, however for others it is a stepping stone to other drugs and the slippery slope to self destruction.

[RichardColeman]

2 hours ago, Pique Dard said:

..drugs are a bit like war: you get into it, but getting out of it is a different kettle of fish. to be honest, legalizing cannabis may not have been such a great idea if you want to combat drug use at all.

Dear God, can you imagine the stink of say 500 people smoking weed in a close environment ? You'd have to throw your clothes away

[ronster]

Raiding clubs seems an easy way to make it look like they are doing a good job. Maybe try normal day to day policing like traffic violations , assaults ,thefts etc instead of shooting fish in a barrel for show .

[Colabamumbai]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy: Amarin TV

 

An early morning raid on the newly-opened NASA pub in Chonburi resulted in the arrest of 157 revellers for drug use, according to reports. Simultaneously, authorities found numerous sachets of narcotics discarded on the floor, Amarin TV revealed.

 

The raid commenced at 1 a.m. today, June 15, and was spearheaded by a team from the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), alongside local and narcotics police. They executed the operation following a warrant issued by the court.

 

During the raid, officials encountered over 500 party-goers. Alarmingly, the majority attempted to flee the scene but were unsuccessful. Subsequent drug tests uncovered that 157 individuals tested positive for drug use, including eight minors.

 

Additionally, police discovered and collected 77 discarded bags of drugs and e-cigarettes on the premises. Further checks revealed that four of the attendees were already wanted for existing drug-related offences.

 

The NASA pub, which had recently opened, had already become a popular venue, frequented by celebrities and politicians. The bust was mainly triggered by a tip-off from an informant who had previously been detained during a raid at Dirty pub in Pattaya, now closed for five years.

 

The pub’s management faces serious charges including operating without a licence, selling alcohol beyond the permitted hours, and allowing entry to underage individuals. These violations have further spotlighted the increasing trend of illegal activities in newly emerging entertainment spots within the region.

 

The police and local authorities have vowed to continue their efforts in cracking down on such establishments to ensure that public health and safety are maintained. The recent raid on NASA pub serves as a critical reminder of the ongoing challenges authorities face in regulating entertainment venues.

 

-- 2024-06-17

 

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"Sachets", Who writes this stuff, they are bags. 

[pacovl46]

Someone missed the 5 o'clock tea meeting....