Bangkok: The Metropolitan Police launched the ‘Safe Bangkok’ operation to crack down on crime over the past 7 weeks (May 23-30). The operation aimed to address the rising threat of organized criminal activities involving firearms and theft in the metropolitan area.
According to Thai News Agency, the results of this intensive operation were announced, highlighting significant achievements in suppressing crime in the region. The operation targeted gangs using firearms for intimidation, theft, and violence. Officers conducted a thorough blockade and search of identified groups in Bangkok, focusing on crimes involving firearms, ammunition, explosives, and the theft of vehicles. Over the course of the 7-day operation, authorities arrested 129 offenders and confiscated 47 weapons-12 registered, 35 unregistered-and seized 3 imitation firearms, 482 rounds of ammunition, 4 cars, and 49 motorcycles.
A notable success story was the dismantling of the ‘Mai Bang Waek’ drug trafficking network. This resulted in the arrest of two suspects, Mr. Kamphi and Ms. Supitcha, at a parking lot in Soi Rat Phatthana 10, Saphan Sung District. Authorities confiscated a total of 420,000 methamphetamine pills. Investigations revealed a network of drug dealers operating in Bangkok and nearby areas, utilizing a red MG ZS vehicle for drug deliveries to smaller dealers.
The investigative team strategically planned an ambush at Soi Rat Phatthana 10, leading to the capture of the suspects and a significant quantity of narcotics. Further investigations uncovered additional narcotics in a bronze-gray car belonging to Mr. Mai, parked at Phetkasem Road, Soi 48, intended for distribution.
In another critical case, DSI police successfully apprehended “Ngo Wat Tuek” and his group of four individuals. They seized 6 firearms and 225 rounds of ammunition. This arrest followed the group’s illegal online sale of firearms and modified blank guns, which were distributed through private transport. The swift action taken by the authorities ensured the rapid arrest and prosecution of the offenders involved.