Japanese men arrested in Bangkok over alleged meth distribution

Two Japanese nationals were arrested in Bangkok’s Soi Sukhumvit 33 on suspicion of distributing crystal methamphetamine to foreign clients. Immigration officers detained 47-year-old Yuya and 51-year-old Naoto in Khlong Tan Nuea after receiving a tip-off and monitoring their movements. Police said the men arrived on a Honda ADV350 scooter, where officers later found 16.04 grammes of crystal meth hidden in the front compartment. Both suspects denied owning the drugs, but authorities said they had gathered evidence during a longer investigation into the group’s activities. Immigration officials have since ordered tougher visa renewal checks and warned that foreigners involved in criminal activity may face deportation and blacklisting.

It is very sad. Japan has a good reputation, and it deserves that good reputation. Men like this shame Japan abroad.