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Authorities in Chonburi Province have arrested five individuals for operating an illegal herbal product business that targeted Indian tourists. The suspects, led by Pakistani nationals, allegedly pressured tourists into purchasing overpriced herbal remedies under the threat of violence if they refused.

 

The arrests were made on 22 October at 10:49 p.m., following a joint operation between Pattaya's Tourist Police and the Chonburi Provincial Public Health Office.

 

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The authorities raided a shop selling herbal products in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. The arrested individuals include Mr. Ullah Ehsan, 22, Mr. Najeebullah Khan, 39, Mr. Jalil Khan, 24, Mr. Bacha Khan, 23, all from Pakistan, and Ms. Riya, 22, from Myanmar.

 

The first suspect, Ullah Ehsan, faces multiple charges, including selling unauthorised modern medicines and herbal products, as well as working without a valid work permit.

 

The other four individuals were charged with working without the proper permits, reported Siam Rath.

 

All suspects and the confiscated herbal products, totalling 17 items, have been handed over to Pattaya Police for further legal action.

 

-- 2024-10-25