A citizen of Malaysia was arrested in Pattaya for attempting to smuggle 166 kg of methamphetamine across the border.

In Pattaya, a 20-year-old Malaysian citizen was arrested for attempting to smuggle 166 kg of methamphetamine across the border. This is reported by the Asian publication Lianhuaosanbiewu.

According to the source, the young man was apprehended during a joint operation with customs officials at one of Pattaya's borders. At the time of his arrest, 166 kg of methamphetamine were found on him.

The police established that the man acted as so-called 'drug mule', transporting drugs from a neighboring country. Currently, the detainee is in custody at the local police station.

An investigation into this case is ongoing, and the court will make a decision regarding bail in the near future. Pattaya Police continue to work on identifying other possible members of the alleged drug cartel.

Here's what is known so far: The police conducted a joint operation with customs officials aimed at arresting individuals involved in the illegal transit of drugs across Pattaya's borders. During this operation, a 20-year-old Malaysian citizen was discovered and arrested.

Currently, investigators are continuing their work to establish all circumstances of the case as well as possible co-conspirators. It is expected that the court will make a decision regarding bail in the near future.

Pattaya Police urge citizens to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities related to the illegal transportation of drugs. Additionally, it should be noted that this case is part of a broader operation against drug trafficking in Pattaya and other tourist cities in Thailand.

The police continue to actively work on identifying and arresting participants in such crimes.