An Italian man, Giovanni Leano Candido, was arrested today on Koh Chang for drug use after a violent disagreement with his Thai wife, Bang-on Suphawadee. Authorities were alerted by the couple’s caretaker to intervene at 9.50 am amid escalating tensions. Upon arrival, police observed erratic behavior from Candido, leading to a drug test that confirmed methamphetamine use.

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Bang-on reported to police that her husband appeared drug-influenced and had allegedly assaulted her during the altercation. A search of their rented home uncovered over one gram of crystal methamphetamine hidden in a waist bag beside their bed. Candido admitted to purchasing and using the drugs, which he claimed to have obtained from Kai Bae.

As a result, Candido faces charges for possessing and using a Category 1 narcotic. This offense could result in a maximum penalty of one year in prison, a fine of up to 20,000 baht, or both under Section 162 of the Narcotics Control Act. The report did not disclose if Bang-on intends to file charges regarding the alleged domestic violence incident.

Experts suggest that this arrest highlights ongoing issues of drug use among foreign residents in Thailand, posing challenges for local law enforcement. The incident stresses the need for preventive measures and tighter monitoring in communities with a high influx of expatriates.

Looking ahead, local authorities will proceed with judicial actions against Candido while continuing to investigate drug networks on the island. The case underscores the importance of collaborative efforts between police and the local community to maintain safety and order, reported The Thaiger.

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10 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

An Italian man, Giovanni Leano Candido

now that's a real italian name.

finally a match between name and actual place of birth.

it was getting confusing.

isn't there a guy called candido on here? rings a bell.

don't do drugs, kids.

Hopefully he'll have a Thai marriage extension, so he'll be treated as a Thai citizen.

Small fine, and random drug testing for a year.

Jail if he fails one of the random tests.

Wonder if the police tested his Thai wife?

Hang the druggie scum.

Makes a change from weed losers causing havoc.

Wonder if he will get deported ?

Another blatant example of the police persecuting Israelis in Thailand 🙄

8 minutes ago, Wuvu2 said:

Another blatant example of the police persecuting Israelis in Thailand 🙄

Did he cut his wife's bras in half to make yarmulkes with chin straps?

Bye bye visa extension.

'Experts suggest that this arrest highlights ongoing issues' ...Involving Hapless Foreigners Marrying Thai Women, Then Hanging On For Dear Life Until The Women Decide To Ditch Them...(?)

(Nothing To Lose & Everything To Gain)(?)

...In Simple Terms...

...'Ratted Out By Your Own Wife So She Can Gain The Upper Hand'...(?)

"Authorities were alerted by the couple’s caretaker..." So drugged out whackos now have 'caretakers'? I don't do drugs or alcohol, but can I get a caretaker anyway?

More run...enjoy your vacation in the BKK Hilton....not even your wife can get you out of this mess.

1 hour ago, Wuvu2 said:

Another blatant example of the police persecuting Israelis in Thailand 🙄

?? Italian...not Israeli.

My wife Bang-on a lot. I just ignore her.

It seems like anything that happens in a foreigner is involved they make a really big deal out of it why don’t they ever say thank you guys for coming to Thailand and marrying these women that had nothing and giving them everything thank you foreigners for coming to Thailand and helping the economy and return we will do dual pricing TIT

4 days ago in Facebook... 😁😁

The Genius!

41 minutes ago, Texas ranger said:

4 days ago in Facebook... 😁😁

The Genius!

Is that a juicebox on the table ?

On 3/27/2026 at 5:18 PM, snoop1130 said:

this arrest highlights ongoing issues of drug use

Period.

Get Real.

She did right to report her abusive husband.

She’s Bang-on.

On 3/28/2026 at 6:14 AM, mlkik said:

Hang the druggie scum.

Wow Mr Mlkik the Caesar in the Russel Crowe."gladiator" movie. No mercy and thumbs down.

Bang-on. What a name for a woman! But I like it 😁

48 minutes ago, cynic1 said:

Wow Mr Mlkik the Caesar in the Russel Crowe."gladiator" movie. No mercy and thumbs down.

No place in this world for junkie wife beaters.

35 minutes ago, mlkik said:

No place in this world for junkie wife beaters.

That's true if what you state is fact. I must of missed that point when I read it.

Thailand loves to let in all the western junkies...but Thailand also loves to make immigration visa related hassles for the decent foreigners who are condo or house owners and decent people.

2 hours ago, cynic1 said:

That's true if what you state is fact. I must of missed that point when I read it.

Go back and re read as it is mentioned several times.

Giovanni Leano Candido, was arrested today on Koh Chang for drug use after a violent disagreement with his Thai wife.

Bang-on reported to police that her husband appeared drug-influenced and had allegedly assaulted her during the altercation.

The report did not disclose if Bang-on intends to file charges regarding the alleged domestic violence incident.

It does seem a lot of people on here approve of druggies assulting women.

You should be ashamed of yourselves.

3 hours ago, mlkik said:

No place in this world for junkie wife beaters.

She most probably asked for it.

1 minute ago, Keeenok Powell said:

She most probably asked for it.

That says a lot about you and how you believe women should be treated.

You think its OK for a man to beat his wife.

12 hours ago, mlkik said:

That says a lot about you and how you believe women should be treated.

You think its OK for a man to beat his wife.

Only if she deserves it!

Old English saying,

A woman, a dog and a walnut tree, the more you beat them, the better they'll be.

On 3/28/2026 at 6:49 PM, TheFishman1 said:

It seems like anything that happens in a foreigner is involved they make a really big deal out of it why don’t they ever say thank you guys for coming to Thailand and marrying these women that had nothing and giving them everything thank you foreigners for coming to Thailand and helping the economy and return we will do dual pricing TIT

Dual pricing for extra tax revenue, to afford extra police to manage the aholes that improve our image every day & night.

On 3/28/2026 at 10:03 AM, Kenny Boy said:

Makes a change from weed losers causing havoc.

As you appear to know next to nothing, generally weed users mind their own business and don't ' cause havoc '.

You're welcome.