Man Arrested With Methamphetamine; Pregnant Woman Found Using Drugs
A 38-year-old man was arrested in Nong Kliang District with 43 methamphetamine tablets hidden in a cigarette pack; authorities also found his pregnant girlfriend testing positive for drugs and transferred her to hospital for medical care.
On July 12, 2569, Nathnanon Suwanna, the Nong Kliang District Officer and director of the district drug prevention center, announced results from "Operation 90 Days" after receiving an anonymous SMS tip about illegal drug activity in Ban Tong Pib, Moo 1, Tong Pib Subdistrict. Officers led by Deputy District Officer Sompoang Phongwan and Sanongchai Chotirattana conducted an immediate search with local officials and volunteers.
When officers arrived, they identified a 38-year-old man matching the description who appeared anxious and attempted to flee, claiming he needed to use the bathroom. Officers noticed a crumpled cigarette pack in his hand and upon inspection found 43 methamphetamine tablets concealed inside. A preliminary urine test confirmed drug use in his system. He was taken into custody on charges of possessing and using Category 1 narcotics without permission.
During the search, officers discovered the suspect's 27-year-old girlfriend, who also tested positive for drug use. Officers learned she was approximately five months pregnant, prompting immediate concern about serious health risks to both mother and unborn child, including premature delivery, low birth weight, and developmental complications. Rather than treating her solely as an offender, authorities prioritized maternal and fetal safety by immediately transferring her to Nong Kliang Hospital for medical treatment and rehabilitation.
District Officer Nathnanon Suwanna emphasized the importance of public cooperation in reporting drug-related tips. He noted that a single citizen report led to the arrest of a drug dealer and the identification of a vulnerable user—a pregnant woman—who could now receive urgent care. He appealed to residents to report suspected drug trafficking or drug-related behavior to local authorities at any time, assuring confidentiality, to prevent the spread of narcotics in the community.
