Sep 21, 2023
Escalating Drug Crisis in Phuket, Thailand
Phuket's Vice Governor acknowledges the growing drug crisis on the island, with increasing narcotics use and dealer arrests. In August alone, there were 200 drug-related arrests, mostly involving methamphetamine. Compared to the previous year, there has been a significant increase of 238 cases. Efforts in drug prevention and suppression will continue, with a focus on uncovering drug transportation networks.