Report Police Raid Uncovers Underage Cannabis Use in Khon Kaen

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A recent police operation in Khon Kaen province exposed troubling activity at a local cannabis shop involving underage patrons. On June 25, officials from the Khon Kaen Provincial Public Health Office, the Region 4 Narcotics Control Board, and Mueang Khon Kaen Police raided the Thun Kan shop, uncovering evidence of cannabis use among minors.

 

Upon entering, authorities were met with a strong smell of cannabis. Inside, they found two tables occupied by young patrons. One group included boys and girls as young as 13, who appeared dazed and surrounded by cannabis paraphernalia and cannabis mixed on a cutting board.

 

The situation worsened when officials discovered kratom juice laced with cough syrup. At another table, eight youths, aged 14 to 17, were visibly engaged in using cannabis.

 

A thorough search of the premises revealed a large pot of boiling kratom leaves behind the shop. In addition, officials found a refrigerator filled with colorful bottles of kratom juice mixed with cough syrup.

 

During the investigation, a 16-year-old girl, identified only as A, claimed to be managing the shop. She explained that she was hired by the owner, referred to as Name, to open and run the business. Her duties included selling cannabis and kratom juice, with a daily wage of 300 baht (roughly $9). She noted that most customers were teenage students.

 

The incident has raised serious concerns about the accessibility of cannabis and kratom to minors in the area. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the shop's operations and are considering action against those responsible for endangering young people.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-06-26