13kg of Cannabis Found in Krabi Airport Bathroom Suitcase

[webfact]

Picture courtesy of Naewna

 

At Krabi International Airport, authorities have uncovered a substantial 13 kilograms of compressed cannabis hidden in a suitcase left in a men's restroom. The find, made last night in the departure hall, has prompted law enforcement to analyse surveillance footage to identify the unknown owner of the suitcase.

 

The concealed cannabis, estimated to be worth approximately 260,000 Thai Baht, was packaged within plastic bags, wrapped in clothing, and placed in a black wheeled suitcase. It was found by airport personnel who promptly reported the suspicious find to the police at Nuea Khlong station.

 

Pol. Col. Aphichat Chinaphen, the superintendent of Nuea Khlong police station, spearheaded the immediate investigation. Around 11:50 p.m. on March 8th, he received alerts to the suspicious item, prompting a swift dispatch of officers to the airport.

 

By the time they arrived, security personnel had already opened the suitcase revealing its illicit contents—compressed cannabis bricks packed in six neatly wrapped plastic bags, camouflaged with a light green sleeveless shirt and a white spaghetti strap shirt.

The discovery of such a significant quantity of cannabis has sparked an urgent investigation, with authorities meticulously examining CCTV footage to identify the owner of the suitcase. This sizeable amount of cannabis is likely destined for distribution rather than personal use, sparking concerns about potential drug trafficking routes through the busy airport.

 

Cannabis use in Thailand remains a deeply divisive topic. While the country has taken strides towards medical marijuana legalisation, recreational use is strictly controlled. The discovery at the airport only highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in regulating the flow of illicit substances.

 

As the investigation delves deeper, the police have expressed confidence in tracking down the person responsible. Meanwhile, security measures at Krabi International Airport have been heightened to prevent any further illegal activities of this nature.

 

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present need for vigilance and cooperation among international airports in monitoring and curtailing illicit drug trafficking.

 

We'll continue to monitor this story as more details emerge. This incident reinforces the critical role of security and law enforcement in maintaining public safety and thwarting illegal drug distribution networks.

 

As authorities work diligently to track the perpetrator, all eyes remain on Krabi, a crucial gateway to Thailand's stunning southern regions, reported nThai Newsroom.

 

-- 2025-03-10

 

 

[Geoffggi]

Just personal hand baggage nothing to see here ...................LOL

[dddave]

Somebody chickened-out!  Maybe asked by "a friend" to take a "lost" suitcase back home and decided to check the contents.  More likely somebody decided it just wasn't worth it.  Whoever arranged it is going to be very unhappy.

[zepplin]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

Picture courtesy of Naewna

 

At Krabi International Airport, authorities have uncovered a substantial 13 kilograms of compressed cannabis hidden in a suitcase left in a men's restroom. The find, made last night in the departure hall, has prompted law enforcement to analyse surveillance footage to identify the unknown owner of the suitcase.

 

The concealed cannabis, estimated to be worth approximately 260,000 Thai Baht, was packaged within plastic bags, wrapped in clothing, and placed in a black wheeled suitcase. It was found by airport personnel who promptly reported the suspicious find to the police at Nuea Khlong station.

 

Pol. Col. Aphichat Chinaphen, the superintendent of Nuea Khlong police station, spearheaded the immediate investigation. Around 11:50 p.m. on March 8th, he received alerts to the suspicious item, prompting a swift dispatch of officers to the airport.

 

By the time they arrived, security personnel had already opened the suitcase revealing its illicit contents—compressed cannabis bricks packed in six neatly wrapped plastic bags, camouflaged with a light green sleeveless shirt and a white spaghetti strap shirt.

 

The discovery of such a significant quantity of cannabis has sparked an urgent investigation, with authorities meticulously examining CCTV footage to identify the owner of the suitcase. This sizeable amount of cannabis is likely destined for distribution rather than personal use, sparking concerns about potential drug trafficking routes through the busy airport.

 

Cannabis use in Thailand remains a deeply divisive topic. While the country has taken strides towards medical marijuana legalisation, recreational use is strictly controlled. The discovery at the airport only highlights the ongoing challenges law enforcement faces in regulating the flow of illicit substances.

 

As the investigation delves deeper, the police have expressed confidence in tracking down the person responsible. Meanwhile, security measures at Krabi International Airport have been heightened to prevent any further illegal activities of this nature.

 

The incident serves as a stark reminder of the ever-present need for vigilance and cooperation among international airports in monitoring and curtailing illicit drug trafficking.

 

We'll continue to monitor this story as more details emerge. This incident reinforces the critical role of security and law enforcement in maintaining public safety and thwarting illegal drug distribution networks.

 

As authorities work diligently to track the perpetrator, all eyes remain on Krabi, a crucial gateway to Thailand's stunning southern regions, reported nThai Newsroom.

 

-- 2025-03-10

 

 

20,000 bht a kilo, seems v high! And I bet it was from a departure customer, who chickened out at the last moment, so no big search needed! 

[snoop1130]

British Man Arrested in Krabi for Smuggling 34kg Cannabis

 

 

A massive 34-kilogram cannabis haul has led to the arrest of a British man at Krabi International Airport, intensifying concerns over drug trafficking in Thailand. The dramatic late-night arrest occurred on March 8, when airport staff discovered a suspicious bag left in the men's bathroom in the International Departures Terminal.

 

Police officials found a blue suitcase packed with 35 packages of cannabis flower buds, carefully vacuum-sealed, weighing a substantial 37.84 kilograms with packaging. Airport security, aided by advanced X-ray screening, uncovered the illegal stash meant to mask any cannabis odours.

 

The suspect, whose identity has been withheld by police, faces serious charges related to drug trafficking and customs violations within Thai law. He is charged with attempting to export undeclared goods and breaching regulations on controlled herbs, according to the Protection and Promotion of Traditional Thai Medicine Wisdom Act.

 

 

Despite Thailand’s relaxed cannabis laws for domestic use, authorities maintain stringent penalties for trafficking. The case is under investigation, with evidence transferred to Nuea Khlong Police Station for further proceedings.

 

This incident highlights the ongoing vigilance against drug smuggling in Thailand's airports, where authorities are unyielding against such illicit activities. Win Sinhaseni, a cannabis shop owner in Bangkok, expressed disappointment, noting the negative impact on Thailand's cannabis industry. "Punishment is justified to a point. But then again, it's just weed," he remarked.

 

As the legal process unfolds, this arrest serves as a reminder of the risks traffickers face amid Thailand's strict enforcement against drug smuggling, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-03-10