A British man has been arrested in Pattaya alongside his Thai girlfriend after police allegedly discovered more than 670 grams of cocaine, with an estimated street value exceeding 2 million baht, following a dramatic attempt to dispose of the drugs from a fifth-floor condominium balcony.
The arrests took place at a condominium in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province, following an investigation involving Thailand’s Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA).
The British suspect, identified as 30-year-old Christopher, was reportedly wanted in the United Kingdom in connection with several alleged drug trafficking offences.
His 25-year-old Thai girlfriend, identified as Kingkan, was also arrested during the operation.
British Man Wanted in UK Drug Trafficking Investigation
According to police, the investigation began after officers received information from the UK’s National Crime Agency regarding Christopher, who had reportedly fled Britain and travelled to Thailand.
He was allegedly wanted in connection with conspiracy to supply Class A drugs, including cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as conspiracy to supply ketamine, a Class B controlled drug under UK legislation.
Thai investigators subsequently tracked the suspect and established that he was living with his Thai girlfriend at a condominium in the Pattaya area.
Officers monitored the property before approaching the couple’s room to carry out an inspection.
Suspect Allegedly Throws Cocaine From Fifth-Floor Balcony
When police identified themselves, Christopher allegedly ran towards the condominium balcony and threw a bag down from the fifth floor in an apparent attempt to dispose of its contents.
Officers recovered the bag and discovered a quantity of white powder believed to be cocaine.
A subsequent search reportedly uncovered approximately 408.4 grams of cocaine, alongside an additional quantity of suspected cocaine weighing approximately 266.8 grams.
The total seizure exceeded 670 grams, with an estimated value of more than 2 million baht.
Police also confiscated equipment allegedly associated with drug distribution, bringing the total number of seized items to 23.
Both Suspects Deny Drug Trafficking Allegations
Christopher and Kingkan were arrested at the condominium and taken into custody before being handed over to investigators at Chonburi Police Station.
Both suspects initially denied all allegations against them.
They face charges relating to the alleged possession of a Category 2 narcotic, cocaine, with intent to sell without authorisation. Police also cited allegations involving commercial distribution and conduct considered harmful to public safety.
The investigation involved officers from the Central Investigation Bureau’s second investigative division, working alongside British authorities.
The case highlights continued cooperation between Thai and British law enforcement agencies in tracking suspected international drug trafficking networks operating across borders.
