On June 11, 2024, the Consumer Goods Control Division (ปคบ.) executed a significant raid in and around Bangkok, leading to the arrest of eight individuals involved in the illegal sale of e-cigarettes. This operation, directed by General Wittaya Sriprasert and led by Lieutenant Colonel Kaewist Satavisak and Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Pairachat Paramuang, resulted in the confiscation of over 3,500 e-cigarettes valued at approximately 300,000 Thai Baht (about $8,200 USD).
Details of the Raid
The operation was spearheaded by General Wittaya Sriprasert, Director of the Consumer Goods Control Division. The investigation team was led by Lieutenant Colonel Kaewist Satavisak, Head of the 1st Investigation Division, and Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Pairachat Paramuang.
The actions of the suspects violated the Consumer Protection Committee’s order, which bans the sale or provision of e-cigarettes, shisha, and related products. Following the raid, the suspects were handed over to local investigators for prosecution.
Specific Arrest Locations and Suspect Information
Greater Bangkok Area
- Location: Soi Charan Sanitwong 11
- Suspect: Venus, 21 years old
- Seizure: A substantial number of e-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Suan Luang District, Bangkok
- Location: A residence in Suan Luang district
- Suspect: Benjawon, 35 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Samut Sakhon District, Bangkok
- Location: Unnumbered commercial building
- Suspect: Apisit, 31 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Phra Khanong District, Bangkok
- Location: Shopfront in Phra Khanong district
- Suspect: Charatip, 29 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Bang Bon District, Bangkok
- Location: Behind a department store
- Suspect: Sumet, 22 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Bang Lamung District, Bangkok
- Location: Entrance of a street
- Suspect: Abantri, 47 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Bang Lamung District, Bangkok
- Location: Pattharaphon Road
- Suspect: Jirapan, 42 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
Pathum Thani Province
- Location: Shop in Pathum Thani Province
- Suspect: Jirawan, 28 years old
- Seizure: E-cigarettes and e-liquids.
FAQ
What was the focus of the Bangkok e-cigarette raid?
The raid focused on areas near schools in Bangkok and surrounding regions, targeting the illegal sale of e-cigarettes.
How many e-cigarettes were seized during the raid?
Over 3,500 e-cigarettes were seized, with a total value of approximately 300,000 Thai Baht (about $8,200 USD).
Who led the raid operation?
The operation was directed by General Wittaya Sriprasert, with Lieutenant Colonel Kaewist Satavisak and Deputy Lieutenant Colonel Pairachat Paramuang leading the investigation team.
What were the legal grounds for the raid?
The suspects’ actions violated the Consumer Protection Committee’s order, which prohibits the sale or provision of e-cigarettes, shisha, and related products.
What will happen to the suspects?
The suspects will be handed over to local investigators for legal prosecution.
