PATTAYA – In a coordinated effort to combat illicit activities, authorities conducted a surprise raid on a popular nightlife establishment in South Pattaya on the night of August 13th, 2025. The operation, spearheaded by the Banglamung District Chief and the Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, was part of a wider campaign to enforce the government’s “5 Free” policy and the “No Drugs, No Dealers” initiative under the directive of the Deputy Prime Minister.

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A team of law enforcement and security personnel stormed the Pub & Karaoke venue situated at 188/1 Moo 10 on Soi Bongkot, immediately halting music and illuminating the premises for a thorough inspection. Officers segregated male and female patrons for identity verification, leading to the discovery of six foreign nationals—five from Laos and one from Myanmar—working without valid permits.

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Officers from Region 2 and Pattaya police swooped in on a notorious bar operating past legal hours without a licence. pic.twitter.com/h0rgE7UaoP

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Further investigations revealed drug use among staff and patrons, with rapid urine tests confirming ten individuals—nine employees and one customer—had consumed narcotics. The manager of the establishment, along with the six undocumented workers and the ten who tested positive for drugs, were taken into custody.

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Authorities confirmed that legal action has been initiated against the detainees, while those found with drugs in their system will undergo mandatory rehabilitation. This raid marks another step in Pattaya’s intensified crackdown on illegal employment and substance abuse in nightlife venues, following a series of similar operations in recent days. The city remains committed to upholding national laws and ensuring public safety through rigorous enforcement measures.

-Thailand News (TN)