Songkhla:Tourist police have implemented mounted patrols at Samila Beach, targeting hard-to-reach areas and promoting positive interactions with tourists.
According to Thai News Agency, the initiative aims to bolster security and build confidence among tourists in Songkhla and Hat Yai. The mounted patrols are part of intensified security measures at key tourist spots, working alongside volunteer police and community networks to ensure safety for both Thai and foreign visitors.
The deployment of horseback patrols, revealed by Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsayam Meekhantong, Commander of the Tourist Police, allows officers to cover areas inaccessible by vehicles, ensuring comprehensive security coverage. This initiative also encourages local residents and volunteers to participate in maintaining and enhancing the tourist-friendly atmosphere. It aligns with the policy set by Pol. Gen. Samran Nualma, the National Police Chief, to promote community policing and enhance service capabilities.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsiayam expressed commitment to tourist safety, highlighting the collaboration between police, volunteers, and the public to improve the efficiency and accessibility of tourist attractions. Additionally, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsiayam and Pol. Maj. Gen. Yutthaphum Panlaynak, Commander of Tourist Police Division 3, recently visited officers in Hat Yai District, deploying around 100 personnel to secure the Sanehanusorn Road commercial area.
Tourists can access assistance or report emergencies via the Tourist Police hotline at 1155 or through the Tourist Police application, available 24/7.