Last updated on August 22nd, 2024 at 06:01 am
โข Driving The News: Police in Hatyai have arrested a shop owner for illegally selling cannabis-infused electronic cigarettes.
โข Why It Matters: This raid underscores the ongoing efforts to regulate and enforce cannabis-related products in Thailand.
โข What To Watch: Further crackdowns on unauthorized cannabis sales and the potential legal consequences for those involved.
HATYAI, THAILANDโIn a significant crackdown on unauthorized cannabis sales, police in Hatyai raided a local shop found to be selling illegal cannabis-infused electronic cigarettes. The operation, led by officers from the Consumer Protection Police Division, resulted in the arrest of 36-year-old DANUSORN HOMPON. Authorities confiscated 44 disposable cannabis vapes valued at 167,200 baht.
DANUSORN is now facing charges under the Consumer Protection Act and the Customs Act for selling products that are prohibited by law. The raid highlights the ongoing regulatory challenges in Thailandโs evolving cannabis market, where illegal sales continue despite recent legislative changes allowing medical cannabis use. Critics argue that more effective regulation and education are needed to prevent illegal activities and ensure that cannabis products are used safely and responsibly.
Contributing Sources: MGR Online
