Woman Arrested for Selling Illegal Vapes & Cannabis Products for Over 4 Years

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In a bust, police from the Drug Enforcement Division (D.E.D.) have arrested a woman involved in the illegal sale of cannabis products and vapes, reportedly earning profits of up to one million baht per month over the past four years.

On 22 February, a task force from the D.E.D. conducted a raid on a building in Soi Ladprao 87, Wang Thonglang district, Bangkok, as part of an ongoing investigation into the illicit trade of cannabis-infused products, including jelly and mushroom chocolates. During the operation, authorities seized a substantial amount of illegal merchandise, including 200 vapes, 114 boxes of cannabis jelly, 386 cannabis products, 14 jars of compressed cannabis, a mobile phone, a laptop, an account book, and 250,000 baht in cash. Additionally, a firearm with ammunition was confiscated from the premises.

The investigation led police to discover that the woman, identified as 32-year-old Nichcha, was the owner of the property. During questioning, she confessed that the seized items were hers and admitted to operating the illegal business for over four years, claiming to make approximately one million baht in profits each month.

Preliminary tests on the cannabis jelly revealed the presence of methamphetamine, suggesting dangerous additives that consumers might unknowingly ingest, posing significant health risks.

Authorities have filed multiple charges against Nichcha, referencing a Consumer Protection Committee order that prohibits the sale of vape products, including e-cigarettes, which contain harmful chemicals and heavy metals linked to cancer and respiratory issues. Additional charges include the illegal importation of goods without customs clearance, the unlicensed sale of controlled herbs (cannabis), and possession of a firearm and ammunition without proper authorisation.

Nichcha has been taken into custody and is now facing legal proceedings at Chokchai Police Station.

-- 2025-02-23