Bangkok:Police conducted a raid on a karaoke bar in the Nuanchan area, resulting in the arrest of a group of Vietnamese employees involved in the trafficking and use of ketamine. The operation was carried out by the Narcotics Suppression Bureau in collaboration with Khok Kram Police Station.
According to Thai News Agency, officers stormed Paradise Karaoke and Restaurant on Soi Nuanchan 28, Bueng Kum District, after receiving a tip-off about illegal activities. An undercover operation confirmed the sale of ketamine, leading to the large-scale raid. Although the main suspect managed to flee the scene, authorities confiscated two bags of ketamine and obtained a warrant for the suspect's arrest from the Criminal Court.
In total, 14 individuals were arrested, including Ms. Thi Thi Nguyen, 39, and Mr. Tran Van Phap, 38, both Vietnamese nationals charged with selling controlled substances. Two other Vietnamese men were apprehended for possession, and 10 additional patrons and staff were charged with ketamine consumption.
The raid uncovered a total of 6 grams of ketamine. Legal proceedings are underway, with suspects Nguyen and Phap held by the Narcotics Suppression Division 1, while the other 12 suspects were transferred to Khok Kram Police Station for further action.