Christmas Day Crackdown: 72 charged for engaging in prostitution

At 11:30PM yesterday, police arrested three men, 53 women and 16 transvestites for engaging in prostitution across Bangkok.

According to Dailynews, police conducted the undercover crackdown last night in areas surrounding Sanam Luang, Khaosan Road, Klonglord, Wongwian Yai, Wongwian 22 July and Rama II Road.

Police said that the operation was in line with the Royal Thai Police’s attempt to suppress human trafficking issues during the New Year holidays.

All suspects will be sent to local police stations for further prosecution.




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