Police intercept convoy with illegal Chinese imports in Kalasin

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Police intercepted a convoy of three 10-wheel trucks transporting illegal Chinese imports worth 20 million baht. Over 800 items lacking proper certification were confiscated. The drivers claimed they were hired to deliver the goods.

 

Highway police intercepted three ten-wheel trucks loaded with illegal Chinese imports yesterday, August 15. The operation took place on Highway 299, kilometres 19-20, in Phai subdistrict, Mueang district, Kalasin province.

 

The convoy, consisting of Hino trucks, was travelling from Somdet district towards Kalasin province when officers flagged them down for inspection due to suspicions about the contents.

 

Upon inspection, police discovered that the trucks were tightly packed with various items imported from China. Customs officials were called in to assist with the examination.

 

The initial investigation revealed that the cargo included electrical appliances without the required Thai Industrial Standards (TIS) certification, counterfeit goods, hazardous materials, foreign liquor and cigarettes, and automobile accessories and electronics. In total, 846 items worth 20 million baht were confiscated.

The drivers, identified as Montree, Pongsakorn, and Chanapol (last names withheld), were interrogated following the discovery.

 

They revealed that they had picked up the goods from the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and were instructed to deliver them to a warehouse in a central province. The drivers stated they were paid per trip and had no relevant documentation for the cargo provided by their employer.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-17

 

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[Presnock]

3 minutes ago, webfact said:

Police intercepted a convoy of three 10-wheel trucks transporting illegal Chinese imports worth 20 million baht. Over 800 items lacking proper certification were confiscated. The drivers claimed they were hired to deliver the goods.

 

Highway police intercepted three ten-wheel trucks loaded with illegal Chinese imports yesterday, August 15. The operation took place on Highway 299, kilometres 19-20, in Phai subdistrict, Mueang district, Kalasin province.

 

The convoy, consisting of Hino trucks, was travelling from Somdet district towards Kalasin province when officers flagged them down for inspection due to suspicions about the contents.

 

Upon inspection, police discovered that the trucks were tightly packed with various items imported from China. Customs officials were called in to assist with the examination.

 

The initial investigation revealed that the cargo included electrical appliances without the required Thai Industrial Standards (TIS) certification, counterfeit goods, hazardous materials, foreign liquor and cigarettes, and automobile accessories and electronics. In total, 846 items worth 20 million baht were confiscated.

The drivers, identified as Montree, Pongsakorn, and Chanapol (last names withheld), were interrogated following the discovery.

 

They revealed that they had picked up the goods from the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge and were instructed to deliver them to a warehouse in a central province. The drivers stated they were paid per trip and had no relevant documentation for the cargo provided by their employer.

 

by Puntid Tantivangphaisal
Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-17

 

-  Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information.

 

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Surprise! Surprise! just the beginning as trade deals with the Chinese come to fruition.  Yeah Thailand needs someplace to send goods to and one would think that one of the most populated nation just up the street and railroad, would be a great place to make some money.  But have the Thais considered how much the Chinese need an outlet for poor quality and cheap materials at the same time their economy is slipping?  But again TIT and the main desire is for the rich to get richer.

[JoePai]

And which "officials" on the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge allowed this contraband to enter Thailand - answers on a postcard please...

[Will B Good]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

Customs officials were called in to assist with the examination.

 

 

Having failed or been bribed already....good call.

[Andycoops]

Tip of the iceberg...