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Thai police raid gambling den, seize assets over 1 million baht

A gambling den in Nakhon Si Thammarat’s Muang district was raided on Thursday evening, resulting in the arrest of nearly 130 people and the seizure of assets worth approximately 1 million baht. The Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) executed the raid in Soi Kru Somboon, located on Saphan Yao Road in Tambon Na Kian, following a lead hinting at the existence of this illicit operation.

The raid was carried out by a special unit from DOPA, under the command of department inspector-general Ronnarong Thipsiri. They moved in on a well-guarded warehouse hidden behind high walls. The establishment’s significant security presence was further evidenced by over 20 cars and 50 motorbikes parked on the premises.

Authorities apprehended 120 individuals suspected of gambling and seven individuals believed to be the operators of the establishment during the raid. The police also…

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