Phuket police set up a checkpoint in Kamala early on January 26th when a group of foreign tourists on motorcycles evaded inspection, nearly allegedly hitting an officer before fleeing toward Patong Beach.

Phuket Police Search for Foreign Riders Who Broke Through Checkpoint

By January 29th, Kamala police confirmed the culprits were French tourists. The group faced charges of reckless driving and disobeying police orders, with additional penalties for those lacking valid licenses.

Full story: thephuketexpress.com

By Kittisak Phalaharn
The Phuket Express