PATTAYA, Thailand – On May 18th, 2025, at 7:00 PM, Pattaya police launched a major operation to eradicate drug-related activities in Jomtien Soi 3-4, following orders from Pol. Maj. Gen. Thawatchakiat Jindakuansanong, Commander of Chonburi Provincial Police.
The operation was led by Pol. Col. Anek Sarathongyoo, Chief of Pattaya City Police Station, alongside Pol. Lt. Col. Arut Saphanont, Deputy Superintendent of Investigations, and Pol. Sub-Lt. Prasitboon Boonprasit, Deputy Inspector of Investigations, with support from the Pattaya Police Drug Suppression Unit.
Acting on intelligence reports of persistent drug dealing by a group of youths, the police deployed undercover agents to conduct a sting operation. The operation resulted in the arrest of two suspected dealers: Ms. Narachan “Net” Thongpha, 42, and Mr. Atthaphon “M” Sriphako, 37.
Authorities also seized 32 methamphetamine pills (yaba) and 2.42 grams of crystal methamphetamine (ice) as evidence. In a nearby area, Ms. Nuchaynee “Nuch” Liseng, age not given, was also arrested for possession of nine yaba pills.
Police maintained surveillance in the area for two to three hours, observing a steady stream of individuals attempting to purchase drugs. This led to the arrest of six additional suspects, who tested positive for drug use: Mr. Theeraphat “Mama” Phupanna, Mr. Kong “Kong” Sukbut, Ms. Wannawipha “Kung” Ma-ngern, Mr. Phornchai “Tam” Kaebkunthod, Ms. Thanthawan “Tawan” Chaona, and Mr. Wirawut Klinkulap.
All suspects were taken to Pattaya City Police Station for processing and charged accordingly. The seized drugs and other evidence were handed over to investigators for further legal action.
Pattaya police reiterated their commitment to making Jomtien Soi 3-4 a drug-free zone, with ongoing patrols and operations to dismantle drug networks in the community.
TPN Media has extensively covered recent attempts to remove drugs from this particular area, as covered in prior articles such as here.
