A sign advertising Yaba for sale at a Lop Buri road intersection has sparked calls for police intervention. The sign, spotted near Ananda Mahidol Hospital, included a contact name and phone number, alarming local residents. Shared widely on social media, the sign raised concerns about potential drug promotion.

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The sign, seen on a traffic island, had a message stating, "Yaba on sale. Contact Ple from Ban Non Hua Chang community via 061…”. Channel 7 reported unsuccessful attempts to reach the person named Ple, as the phone was switched off, fueling doubts about the ad's authenticity. The incident quickly became a topic of discussion online, with some suggesting it might be a prank or stunt for attention.

Others mentioned the widespread availability of Yaba, questioning the need for such advertising and noting that prices have reportedly decreased following recent clampdowns on drug activities. Despite doubts about the sign's legitimacy, residents have urged authorities to investigate, fearing that even a staged display could inspire copycats or send harmful messages.

Currently, there have been no updates from police or officials about any investigation or the removal of the sign. The situation underscores the need for vigilance in addressing both genuine and potentially misleading drug-related advertisements.

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15 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

noting that prices have reportedly decreased following recent clampdowns on drug activities

Interesting statement.

Normally, when supply of a good (or service) decreases while demand remains constant, the market experiences a shortage, leading to a higher prices for that good.

Take the current fuel prices as an example. While demand is constant, supply has decreased (from the closure of the Strait of Hormuz) leading to an increase in that good.