Two driving minibus slowly in Pathum Thani arrested with meth pills

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By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Two men driving a minibus at an unusually low speed were arrested by highway police in Pathum Thani after it was discovered they were using drugs on a motorway.

Police officers, led by Wanchana Tipasan and Narong Pitakchanun, apprehended 31 year old Pithaya and 28 year old Ramil on charges of driving under the influence of drugs, distributing a category one narcotic, and using a category one narcotic.

The arrest took place on Kanchanaphisek Road in Khlong Si, Khlong Luang district, Pathum Thani province, with 440 methamphetamine (meth) pills and drug paraphernalia found in their possession.

While on patrol, officers noticed the suspects driving the minibus at a suspiciously low speed, initially assuming they might be lost. However, when signaled to stop for assistance, the two men displayed nervous behaviour, prompting the officers to conduct a search of the vehicle. The search revealed the meth pills and drug paraphernalia, leading to their arrest.

“We thought they were lost because of their slow driving, but their suspicious behaviour made us investigate further.”

Upon questioning, the suspects confessed to using drugs in the vehicle, admitting that each had consumed between three to five pills. They revealed that the meth had been recently purchased from a dealer at 15 baht per pill, never expecting to be caught in such a manner. Consequently, the two men were taken to Khlong Luang Police Station for further legal proceedings.

The incident underscores the ongoing issue of drug use and distribution in the region. Police remain vigilant in their efforts to curb such activities, regularly patrolling key areas and responding swiftly to suspicious behaviour. The highway patrol’s actions in this case highlight the importance of proactive law enforcement in maintaining public safety and order.

Pathum Thani has seen a rise in drug-related offences, prompting increased cooperation between local law enforcement agencies and community groups. This cooperation aims to address the root causes of drug abuse and provide support for rehabilitation, reflecting a broader commitment to tackling the problem, reported KhaoSod.