The Secretary-General of the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat Lakhbun, has indicated plans to take legal action against an individual who used a TikTok account to spread false information regarding the ONCB’s drug incineration process. The user claimed that officials were selling drugs that had not been completely burned.
On October 8, 2024, it was reported that the TikTok comment was made under a video showing the transportation of seized drugs for incineration at a facility in Samut Prakan on September 26. The comment suggested insider knowledge about staff taking drugs to sell. An investigation revealed that the commenter, a hospital employee, had no association with the incineration process.
The user admitted to posting the comment impulsively and has since apologized publicly. Following this, the ONCB filed a complaint on October 4 under the Computer Crimes Act, citing the dissemination of false information that could impact national security and public safety.
Pol. Lt. Gen. Panurat emphasized that the drug incineration process is transparent and carefully monitored by a committee representing various sectors. The ONCB records all steps, including audio and video, to prevent corruption and build public trust. He urged the public to responsibly use social media and verify information before sharing, reminding that spreading false information could lead to legal consequences. The public can report drug-related activities to the ONCB hotline at 1386, available 24/7.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
