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Tourist Police Launch Nationwide High Season Security Operation

Tourist Police Commissioner Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam Mikanthong launched a nationwide security operation from Hua Hin, deploying 115 officers across 33 stations to protect tourists during the 2026 high season and Loy Krathong festival. The initiative targets crime hotspots, scams, theft, and fireworks hazards, with the Tourist Police Hotline 1155 available 24/7 for assistance.

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Tourist Police Commissioner Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam Mikanthong mobilized forces from 33 tourist police stations across the country, holding a grand ceremony in Hua Hin to welcome the 2026 high season and crack down on crime during the Loy Krathong festival. On November 14, 2026, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam Mikanthong chaired the deployment ceremony at the Hua Hin Clock Tower in Hua Hin District, Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, with 115 officers participating, broadcast live to all 33 tourist police stations nationwide.

Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam revealed that the nationwide mobilization of tourist police during the high season, when both Thai and foreign tourists travel in large numbers, runs from November 14–20, 2026, and through the Loy Krathong festival, following the policy of National Police Chief Pol. Gen. Saran Nualma.

Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam added that Hua Hin was chosen because it is a famous seaside resort city and a popular destination for both Thai and foreign tourists. The focus will be on festival venues and crowded tourist areas to monitor and prevent crime, especially scams targeting tourists, theft, and to increase measures preventing water accidents and dangers from fireworks, firecrackers, and sparklers.

Afterward, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pongsa-yam visited the Hua Hin Night Market to meet locals, business operators, and tourists. He reminded the public and tourists that if they encounter any safety issues or need assistance, they can contact the Tourist Police Hotline 1155, available 24 hours a day.

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