Navy Seizes Major Methamphetamine Haul of 4 Million Pills Abandoned on Mekong River Banks in Chiang Rai
Navy personnel discovered 4 million methamphetamine pills abandoned on the Mekong River banks in Chiang Rai's Chiang Saen district, with the haul seized following coordinated intelligence operations against cross-border drug trafficking.
The Royal Thai Navy has seized a major haul of 4 million methamphetamine pills abandoned on the Mekong River banks in Chiang Rai, confirming intensive intelligence coordination in targeting international drug trafficking networks. On May 4, 2569, Navy Spokesman Parat Rattanaichaiyphand reported that on the evening of May 3 at approximately 22:30, river patrol units in the Chiang Rai Mekong section, operating from Chiang Saen Station, discovered suspicious objects that smugglers had abandoned along the Mekong riverbank near Koh Pha Kham in Ban Saew sub-district, Chiang Saen district, Chiang Rai province. Upon inspection, officials found 14 sacks containing approximately 4 million methamphetamine tablets, with no one claiming ownership. All materials were seized and handed over to local investigators for further legal action.
This operation resulted from systematic intelligence integration in the area, with units coordinating and exchanging information with security agencies to monitor cross-border drug trafficking movements. Additionally, proactive operational units were deployed to respond quickly and accurately to developing situations. The Royal Thai Navy reaffirmed its commitment to continuous border interdiction and drug suppression, emphasizing integrated intelligence and joint operations to protect society and national security from all threats.
