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The Digest:

A Nigerian kingpin, Nwaiwu Ifeanyi Placid, 46, has been arrested in Bangkok, Thailand, for allegedly leading a cocaine network operating in the capital's nightlife districts. Police tracked his movements and arrested him near Silom Soi 1, seizing about 27 grammes of cocaine. Three others, a Swiss national and two Thai men, were also detained. Police seized 1.5 million baht cash, foreign currency, and jewellery. The suspect had lived in Thailand for at least 17 years, using a sham marriage as cover.

Key Points:
  • The suspect allegedly coordinated drug sales through encrypted chat groups.
  • Police infiltrated the chat groups before making the arrest.
  • He resisted arrest and had to be restrained by several officers.
  • A 47-year-old Nigerian known as "Patrick" was also identified as a key figure.
  • The suspect later allegedly confessed to the charges.
The arrest highlights the involvement of Nigerian nationals in international drug trafficking networks.

Sources: PM News