November 10, 2025Nov 10 Foreign Nationals Arrested in Koh Phangan Drug Operation Police on Koh Phangan arrested several foreign suspects, including French and Russian nationals, as part of a crackdown on drug trafficking. Officers seized cocaine, methamphetamine and ecstasy, along with evidence tying the suspects to money-laundering activities. The arrests are part of a broader operation targeting foreign-led criminal networks that exploit the island’s popularity with tourists. Local officials stress that strict enforcement is necessary to preserve the area’s reputation. Observers note that while these measures may help deter crime, tourist-heavy zones remain challenging to police effectively.
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