# Methamphetamine arrests in Thailand

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/methamphetamine-arrests-in-thailand
> Updated: 2026-09-19T01:35:09.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In Phayao, Thailand, police arrested a 28-year-old man after discovering 290 methamphetamine pills in his possession. The arrest occurred in the Ban Tam Subdistrict after officers observed the suspect acting suspiciously while carrying a fishing rod.

Upon searching the individual, officers found 22 pills in his pocket and 268 pills in a shoulder bag. The suspect admitted to possessing and using the drugs, claiming he purchased them from an individual known as ‘Nai Wat’ in Pong District. He stated he typically buys approximately 2,000 pills at a time for 4,000 baht. The suspect has been charged with illegal possession and consumption of Type 1 narcotics.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-19: Phayao police arrest man with 290 methamphetamine pills

A 28-year-old man was arrested in Phayao, Thailand, after police discovered 290 methamphetamine pills hidden in his clothing and bag while he was carrying a fishing rod.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/phayao-police-arrest-man-with-290-methamphetamine-pills

### 2026-09-15: Can Tho police arrest man for organizing illegal drug use

Can Tho police arrested Nguyen Vu Truong for organizing illegal drug use after finding five people consuming methamphetamine at his residence.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/can-tho-police-arrest-man-for-organizing-illegal-drug-use

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