Thai blaze: Narcotics go up in smoke on international anti-drug day

[snoop1130]

 

To mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Thailand incinerated over 20 tonnes of confiscated narcotics valued at a staggering 6.45 billion baht yesterday, June 26.

 

The vast quantity of drugs, primarily methamphetamine, was seized from 41,800 cases, underscoring the country’s relentless war on drugs.

 

Public Health Minister Somsak Thepsutin stated that this destruction is part of the ministry’s comprehensive strategy, which includes prevention, suppression, and rehabilitation. The Thai government has made the eradication of drug abuse a national priority, recognising its devastating impact on society.

 

Minister Somsak emphasised the importance of a united front in combating drug-related issues.

 

 

“Collaboration among all sectors is crucial to dismantle drug networks and foster a drug-free environment.”

 

Somsak also reassured that public health officials will continue to provide effective treatment and rehabilitation services for those struggling with addiction, reported The Nation.

 

This incineration event marks the second large-scale drug destruction in the fiscal year 2024, following an even larger incineration of 340 tonnes in December last year. The burning of these drugs is a powerful statement of Thailand’s commitment to a drug-free society and its ongoing efforts to combat the illicit drug trade.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of The Nation

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-06-27

 

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[MalcolmB]

What a waste.

[richard_smith237]

42 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

To mark the International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, Thailand incinerated over 20 tonnes of confiscated narcotics valued at a staggering 6.45 billion baht yesterday, June 26.

 

Did they 'really' incinerate 20 tonnes of confiscated narcotics ???....   Or did they incinerate a few tonnes and a bit of 'other stuff' and redistributed the rest for resale ?... quite the money earner... 

 

Perhaps the publicity is to great to pull a fast one...  but such news brings out the cynic in me !!... 

[hotchilli]

12 hours ago, richard_smith237 said:

 

Did they 'really' incinerate 20 tonnes of confiscated narcotics ???....   Or did they incinerate a few tonnes and a bit of 'other stuff' and redistributed the rest for resale ?... quite the money earner... 

 

Perhaps the publicity is to great to pull a fast one...  but such news brings out the cynic in me !!... 

+1

[steven100]

well done !   ...   Stoner, don't get teary eyed now ...   

[stoner]

1 minute ago, steven100 said:

well done !   ...   Stoner, don't get teary eyed now ...   

 

why would i ? i don't do drugs. 

[ignore it]

No Marijuana was I injured during this year's International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking burning.

 

However a couple of workers were seen sharing a blunt.

[digger70]

Thai blaze: Narcotics go up in smoke. 

 

I wonder if the Public had a good Sniff of all the  incinerated ,,Goodies"

[dinsdale]

22 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The vast quantity of drugs, primarily methamphetamine

The tip of the iceberg. Catch 10% miss 90%. Recriminalise dope as a narcotic and the next big burn will have a lot more yaa baa in the mix.

[stoner]

3 hours ago, dinsdale said:

The tip of the iceberg. Catch 10% miss 90%. Recriminalise dope as a narcotic and the next big burn will have a lot more yaa baa in the mix.

 

not only that but.....

 

burn 10 percent.....and the other 90 percent goes missing.  

[bob smith]

totally pointless exercise.

 

bob.