KOH PHANGAN – Police have arrested a French man and four Myanmar nationals in a crackdown on an unlicensed resort operation on the tourist island of Koh Phangan in Surat Thani province. The action is part of ongoing efforts to regulate illegal foreign-run businesses on the popular destination. French Nationals Accused of Operating Illegal Villa […]
PHUKET – Provincial officials in Phuket conducted simultaneous late-night raids on illegal entertainment establishments in Patong and Phuket Town, resulting in multiple arrests, drug seizures, and the closure of unlicensed businesses. The operations, which began after midnight on December 28, are part of a broader crackdown on social-order violations in key tourist areas, local media […]
PHUKET – Provincial authorities have ramped up enforcement operations targeting criminal networks, illegal businesses, and grey-market activities in a bid to strengthen public safety and restore confidence in Phuket as a secure tourism destination. The coordinated crackdown is being led by Governor Nirat Phongsitthavorn and involves provincial police, immigration, and other relevant agencies. Police Raid […]
CHONBURI — More than 140 foreign nationals were arrested between March 16 and 22 in a sweeping crackdown on illegal employment across the province, immigration authorities announced on Tuesday, signaling intensified enforcement against labour violations in one of Thailand’s most popular tourist destinations, the Bangkok Post reported. Moroccan and Myanmar Nationals Arrested for Illegal Work […]
PHUKET — Tourist police have arrested a Russian national for illegally offering tour services while staying in the country on a Destination Thailand Visa, authorities said on Saturday. Russian National Arrested for Illegal Rental Business and Drug Possession on Koh Phangan The suspect held a DTV, which allows stays of up to 180 days per […]
BANGKOK — The Labour Ministry has ordered a sweeping nationwide crackdown on illegal foreign workers following a high-profile raid on a childcare facility in Koh Phangan that resulted in the arrest of nine Thai and foreign suspects. Moroccan and Myanmar Nationals Arrested for Illegal Work at Phuket Restaurant Labour Minister Julapun Amornvivat said on Friday, […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A 45-year-old Russian woman has been arrested following a coordinated raid on a villa in Phuket, where authorities uncovered an alleged illegal cosmetic treatment clinic and seized unregistered medical supplies and equipment valued at over 600,000 baht. Illegal Russian-Owned Skin Clinic Shut Down on Koh Phangan After Customer Injuries The enforcement operation, […]
PHUKET, Thailand — The Department of Provincial Administration has significantly intensified its enforcement efforts against unlicensed accommodation businesses in Phuket province, executing targeted raids on three establishments in the popular tourist hubs of Karon and Rawai. The special operation was spearheaded by the department’s Central Special Operations Unit following a direct order from Director-General Narucha […]
CHIANG MAI, Thailand — Thai Tourist Police have arrested a 39-year-old Myanmar national following a successful undercover sting operation at the historic Wat Chedi Luang temple in Chiang Mai. The apprehension marks a significant development in the ongoing nationwide crackdown on illegal tour operators and unlicensed guides. Russian Illegal Tour Guide Arrested in Phuket The […]