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Four Israelis arrested on Pha-ngan Island allegedly for organising a drug party
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Thai tourist police raided a luxurious villa on Pha-ngan Island in Surat Thani early this morning and arrested four Israelis, after they found several illegal narcotics, including ‘Labubu’ ecstasy (MDMA), in their possession.
Key facts
- ‘Labubu’ ecstasy is a dangerous, illicit and often lethal synthetic drug cocktail that emerged in Thailand around 2024-25
- Acting on a tipoff from local residents, who complained about loud music and frequent visits by strangers to the premises, police became suspicious that some illegal activity might be taking place and secured a search warrant.
- Police allege that the four Israelis, aged from 27-29, organised the party, catering only to foreign tourists.
- During the search of the house, police found several types of illegal narcotics, including cocaine and ecstasy tablets, scattered across tables and on the floor
Summary
Acting on a tipoff from local residents, who complained about loud music and frequent visits by strangers to the premises, police became suspicious that some illegal activity might be taking place and secured a search warrant.
During the search of the house, police found several types of illegal narcotics, including cocaine and ecstasy tablets, scattered across tables and on the floor. More drugs were also found and seized.