On Wednesday in the early morning (April 2nd), the Wichit Police launched a dedicated operation to tackle illegal street racing in the area. The operation, carried out around Laem Dinsor and Ao Yon, resulted in the detention of 14 youths under the age of 18 and the confiscation of nine illegally modified motorcycles.

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During the crackdown, law enforcement officers summoned the guardians of the detained youths to inform them about their children’s actions and the potential legal consequences. Police also invoked relevant legal provisions under the 2003 Child Protection Act, with cases forwarded to investigators at Wichit Police Station for further legal proceedings.

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By Goongnang Suksawat
The Phuket Express