Report Young 12-Year-Old Girl and Partner Held for Meth Distribution

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A shocking arrest unfolded in Maha Sarakham City today as a 12-year-old girl and her 35-year-old boyfriend were apprehended for distributing methamphetamine pills, following an intense car chase. The arrest comes amid rising concerns over drug trafficking in the region.

 

The operation stemmed from a tip-off, alerting authorities to a major drug distributor operating with an unusually young accomplice. Police positioned themselves near the girl's residence, anticipating the pair's arrival. Mr. Wirayut, known locally as Nong, met with Ms. Tonkhao, leading the police to spring their trap. However, the duo managed to flee in a pickup truck, sparking a high-speed pursuit across 20 kilometres that only ended when their vehicle veered off the road.

 

Upon inspection of the vehicle, officers discovered 41,394 methamphetamine pills, two mobile phones, four motorcycles, and a bank account containing 130,177.74 baht. This sizeable seizure highlights the scale at which these operations occurred.

 

The couple now faces serious charges, including possession of a Category 1 narcotic with intent to distribute, a crime impacting national security and public safety. At the Maha Sarakham City police station, Pol. Col. Sumet Phithakkiattiyothin, a leading investigator, revealed that Wirayut confessed to working for a drug dealer in a neighbouring country. His role involved handling 50 bundles of 2,000 meth pills each, earning him 1,000 baht per bundle, about 50,000 baht in total.

 

The arrest also sheds light on a troubling relationship. Wirayut reportedly began dating Ms. Tonkhao, a relative of his ex-girlfriend, after their breakup. Their collaboration in such illegal activities has sparked concern over the exploitation of minors in criminal enterprises.

 

This case underscores the ongoing battle against drug trafficking in Thailand’s northeastern provinces. The involvement of a minor in these operations adds a distressing dimension to the issue, raising questions about protection and prevention measures for vulnerable youths.

 

Community leaders and law enforcement agencies are now under pressure to address these persistent drug-related challenges. Enhanced security and preventive strategies could play a crucial role in safeguarding communities and deterring future illicit activities.

 

The disturbing nature of this incident has resonated throughout the local area, pressing authorities to continue their efforts in curbing drug distribution and protecting the region's young and most vulnerable. As the investigation unfolds, community members and officials alike are left grappling with the socio-economic factors contributing to such troubling partnerships.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Thai Newsroom 2025-08-13