The suspect identified as Samuel Egbujonuma Silas, was arrested in cocaine sting operation on Thursday, May 7, 2026, after an undercover investigation targeting foreign suspects linked to drug sales in the resort town.
Officers seized more than 10 grams of cocaine from Silas at a clothing store in Patong and found he had overstayed his visa by 550 days, police said.
He was charged with possession and intent to sell a Category 2 narcotic (cocaine) and overstaying his visa.
The suspect was transfered to Patong Police Station for prosecution.
Pol Lt Gen Saksira Puek-am said he ordered the crackdown to address offences committed by foreigners.
Investigators used undercover agents to infiltrate groups suspected of selling narcotics in the area.
