Worasit orders probe into foreigner intimidation in Koh Samui

Khaosod•Politics•8d ago

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Deputy Minister of Interior Worasit Liangprasit ordered officials to investigate reports of foreigners intimidating Thai citizens in Koh Samui.

•Deputy Interior Minister Worasit Liangprasit responded to complaints of Thai citizens being threatened with physical harm by foreigners in Koh Samui.
•Worasit Liangprasit ordered the Governor of Surat Thani and the Koh Samui District Officer to conduct immediate on-site fact-finding missions.
•The Ministry of Interior will ensure strict and equal legal action against lawbreakers regardless of nationality or status.
•The investigation includes auditing businesses, land use, asset ownership, labor employment, and legal compliance of relevant enterprises.

•On August 5, 2026, Worasit Liangprasit revealed the directives following complaints of foreigner intimidation in Koh Samui.
•Worasit Liangprasit ordered the Governor of Surat Thani and the Koh Samui District Officer to immediately enter the area to verify facts.
•Worasit Liangprasit stated that the Ministry of Interior will not overlook any incident affecting the safety feelings of the public.
•Worasit Liangprasit instructed the administration to comprehensively inspect businesses regarding land use, asset holding, and labor hiring.
•Worasit Liangprasit affirmed that Thailand welcomes honest tourists and investors but will not tolerate the use of influence or violence over the law.
•Worasit Liangprasit ordered a report on the investigation results and a plan to fix law enforcement loopholes to prevent recurrence.
•Worasit Liangprasit instructed governors and district officers in key tourist areas to monitor situations closely and assist citizens immediately.

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Worasit Liangprasit

"When Thai people are in trouble, we must stand by the people."

เมื่อคนไทยเดือดร้อน ต้องเคียงข้างประชาชน

Worasit Liangprasit(วรศิษฎ์ เลียงประสิทธิ์)

Deputy Minister of Interior who ordered the investigation into foreigner intimidation in Koh Samui.

Ministry of Interior(กระทรวงมหาดไทย)ℹ️

The government ministry responsible for the safety of the people as mentioned by Worasit Liangprasit.

Surat Thani(สุราษฎร์ธานี)ℹ️

The province where the Governor was ordered to conduct an investigation.

Koh Samui(เกาะสมุย)ℹ️

The area where Thai citizens were allegedly threatened by foreigners.