Authorities Arrest Two Drug Dealers and Gun Possessor at Ta Phraya Border in Sa Kaeo

In a coordinated effort, the Immigration Police of Sa Kaeo, in collaboration with the Ta Phraya Police Station and local military forces, successfully apprehended two suspects involved in the illegal drug trade and the possession of firearms at the border area of Ta Phraya District in Sa Kaeo province.

The arrests took place on November 8, following a joint operation led by Colonel Napathorn Suphaporn, the Chief of the Sa Kaeo Immigration Office, Lieutenant Colonel Amornsak Saengwan, Deputy Chief of the Sa Kaeo Immigration Office, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Phruek Chotipruksookul, the Investigation Officer. The task force included officers from Ta Phraya Police, the Sa Kaeo Provincial Police’s Crime Suppression Unit, and military personnel from the Eastern Defense Command.

The two suspects, Mr. Thongphun Yangnok, 40, and Ms. Thanyarat Chinhong, 26, both residents of Ta Phraya, were arrested at a location in Mu 12, Tambon Thap Ratch, Ta Phraya District. They were charged with trafficking in methamphetamine and crystal methamphetamine with intent to distribute. Additionally, Mr. Yangnok faces the extra charge of possessing an unlicensed firearm and ammunition.

After their arrest, the suspects were informed of their legal rights and transported to the Ta Phraya Police Station for further investigation. Authorities are continuing legal proceedings against the two individuals as part of ongoing efforts to curb drug trafficking in the region.

Picture courtesy of police.

-- 2024-11-10