British Tourists Targeted in Thai Drug Mule Scam

British Tourists Targeted in Thai Drug Mule Scam

British tourists are being targeted by criminal gangs operating in Thailand and the UK, who offer luxury holidays in exchange for smuggling drugs. These scams promise lavish resorts and up to £2,000 but hide serious legal risks. Many tourists wrongly assume all drug use is tolerated since Thailand decriminalised cannabis in 2022. Two young Brits were recently arrested abroad for trafficking large amounts of cannabis, raising alarm. The UK Foreign Office has updated its Thailand travel advice, warning that drug laws remain strict. Tourists are urged to be vigilant, as falling for these scams can lead to severe penalties.