Crime Vape Raid in Bangkok: Stockpile Worth 3 Million Baht Seized, Chinese Financier Arrested

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Daily News.

 

The Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) officers have raided an illegal e-cigarette storage site in central Bangkok, seizing over 7,000 items with an estimated value of 3 million baht. The operation has led to the arrest of a Chinese financier suspected of masterminding the illicit distribution network.

 

Pol Col Tasanapoom Jaruprach, Commander of the ECD, along with Pol Col Naruephon Karuna, Pol Lt Col Wanphet Chanyarom, and Pol Capt Patipan Pensuk, led the crackdown on a property in Nong Bon subdistrict, Prawet district. Acting on intelligence, the officers found thousands of e-cigarette devices reportedly destined for sale to retail outlets, many targeting minors and youths.

 

During the raid, police apprehended 29-year-old Chayut, who had leased the property. Chayut denied any involvement in the illegal trade, claiming he had merely acted as a broker for a Chinese national who rented the premises for 35,000 baht per month. He stated that the foreign financier used him to manage leases and conduct business dealings.

 

Authorities have charged Chayut with “concealing, distributing, transporting, purchasing or accepting goods known to have entered the Kingdom without proper customs clearance.” He and the confiscated goods have been handed over to investigators at Subdivision 2 of the ECD.

 

Police say the case is ongoing, with efforts underway to apprehend the Chinese financier believed to be behind the operation.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Daily News 2025-07-25

 

 

 

 

[hotchilli]

10 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Chayut denied any involvement in the illegal trade, claiming he had merely acted as a broker for a Chinese national who rented the premises for 35,000 baht per month. He stated that the foreign financier used him to manage leases and conduct business dealings.

You're an accessory... tough.

[J Branche]

The risk you take when the government announces a crackdown but you believe its for everyone else.  

 

Thailand will Gladly seize your Illegal gains just like many other countries.

 

Most people can make 3 million baht last 2 or 3 years.  If you want to give your money away there are many worthy people and charities you could help.

[sammieuk1]

Everyday is madness day here at the world delirium HQ🤔