Major Nigerian Cocaine Dealer Arrested in Koh Phangan Sting

[webfact]

Picture courtesy of TV Channel 7

 

A Nigerian man allegedly emerging as a significant cocaine dealer on Thailand’s popular tourist island Koh Phangan has been arrested in a carefully orchestrated police operation. The arrest took place late last night, marking a crucial step in the ongoing struggle against drug-related crimes in high-tourism areas.

 

The man in question, 37-year-old Ugoma Jefta Nusbech, originally arrived in Thailand as a tourist. However, his visit took a dark turn, leading him down the path of illegal drug distribution, carving out a lucrative niche within the local and regional tourist hotspots.

 

Police surveillance and intelligence pointed to his extensive operations not only on Koh Phangan but extending to other scenic paradises such as Phuket and Krabi.

 

His modus operandi was finally cracked at around 11:50 p.m. when a decisive sting operation was set into motion. Nusbech approached Panthip Market in a sedan, ready for an exchange he believed was poised to bolster his illicit trade. Unbeknownst to him, the transaction partner was an undercover officer who had contacted him via a messaging app, posing as a potential buyer.

The exchange was brief, as Nusbech handed over what was identified as cocaine to the undercover officer. Upon confirming the substance, authorities sprang into action, apprehending him on the spot before he could flee.

 

Authorities outlined that Nusbech was notably resourceful, selling cocaine at 6,000 Thai baht (approximately £138) per gram on Koh Phangan. When handling orders from other provinces, he implemented higher charges to cover for the logistics of hiring couriers, evading law enforcement scrutiny.

 

Pol. Lt. Gen. Saksira Pueak-am, the head of the Tourist Police, promptly reiterated the necessity for rigorous crackdowns on foreign individuals exploiting Thailand’s tourism appeal for criminal purposes. Such actions, he highlighted, are vital in maintaining and enhancing the nation's tourism reputation and ensuring safety for visitors, reportedn Thai Newsroom.

 

-- 2025-03-03

 

 

[blaze master]

29 minutes ago, webfact said:

Police surveillance and intelligence pointed to his extensive operations not only on Koh Phangan but extending to other scenic paradises such as Phuket and Krabi.

 

Shoot walk down sukhumvit on any given night in the ghetto and you'll find dozens of guys offering. 

[ronster]

6000 !!! 😳

[Woke to Sounds]

Sounds like this guy was in Thailand for quite a while, at least for long enough to set up the scaffolding on a Scarface like empire, before the coppers got wind of it.

 

Bottom line: Visa free entry is the way to go.

[PETERTHEEATER]

Only a Major? Sniff....The Nigerian man who emails me  is a Prince. 😋

[Watawattana]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

When handling orders from other provinces, he implemented higher charges to cover for the logistics of hiring couriers, evading law enforcement scrutiny.

 

Wonder what those additional costs were...

[hotchilli]

3 hours ago, Woke to Sounds said:

Sounds like this guy was in Thailand for quite a while, at least for long enough to set up the scaffolding on a Scarface like empire, before the coppers got wind of it.

 

Bottom line: Visa free entry is the way to go.

If someone wants to go rogue it doesn't matter one bit what visa or not they have

[Ralf001]

3 hours ago, ronster said:

6000 !!! 😳

 

Tourist tax.

 

4500 in bangers.

[Andre0720]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of TV Channel 7

 

A Nigerian man allegedly emerging as a significant cocaine dealer on Thailand’s popular tourist island Koh Phangan has been arrested in a carefully orchestrated police operation. The arrest took place late last night, marking a crucial step in the ongoing struggle against drug-related crimes in high-tourism areas.

 

The man in question, 37-year-old Ugoma Jefta Nusbech, originally arrived in Thailand as a tourist. However, his visit took a dark turn, leading him down the path of illegal drug distribution, carving out a lucrative niche within the local and regional tourist hotspots.

 

Police surveillance and intelligence pointed to his extensive operations not only on Koh Phangan but extending to other scenic paradises such as Phuket and Krabi.

 

His modus operandi was finally cracked at around 11:50 p.m. when a decisive sting operation was set into motion. Nusbech approached Panthip Market in a sedan, ready for an exchange he believed was poised to bolster his illicit trade. Unbeknownst to him, the transaction partner was an undercover officer who had contacted him via a messaging app, posing as a potential buyer.

 

The exchange was brief, as Nusbech handed over what was identified as cocaine to the undercover officer. Upon confirming the substance, authorities sprang into action, apprehending him on the spot before he could flee.

 

Authorities outlined that Nusbech was notably resourceful, selling cocaine at 6,000 Thai baht (approximately £138) per gram on Koh Phangan. When handling orders from other provinces, he implemented higher charges to cover for the logistics of hiring couriers, evading law enforcement scrutiny.

 

Pol. Lt. Gen. Saksira Pueak-am, the head of the Tourist Police, promptly reiterated the necessity for rigorous crackdowns on foreign individuals exploiting Thailand’s tourism appeal for criminal purposes. Such actions, he highlighted, are vital in maintaining and enhancing the nation's tourism reputation and ensuring safety for visitors, reportedn Thai Newsroom.

 

-- 2025-03-03

 

However, his visit took a dark turn, leading him down the path of illegal drug distribution,

 

Oh yes, certainly came here for the beaches and Buddhist calm.

Then looks like he accidentally turned in a dark alley.

Only racists would hold such accidental actions against him.

[Stargeezr]

Immediate jail time for long sentence, then deportation and life time ban for this drug jerk. Maybe he will not live to

see his home country, and would that be a shame? IMO

[Tidal wave]

The Nigerian aka the snowman by the look of it