Police detain 8 foreign nationals near protest site for questioning over suspicious activity
Eight foreign nationals found near Victory Monument protest questioned by police. Claimed to be collecting belongings, but officers remain unconvinced.
June 28, 2025 – A rapid response unit from the Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau detained eight foreign nationals near a petrol station on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, inbound towards Bangkok. The location falls under Din Daeng Police Station’s jurisdiction and is close to the Victory Monument, where a major protest is taking place.
The group was travelling in a pickup truck and appeared to be loitering near a rest stop close to the protest zone. Their presence raised suspicion, prompting officers to stop and question them. They were subsequently taken to Din Daeng Police Station for further interrogation.
The individuals, comprising seven Myanmar nationals and one Cambodian, claimed they were simply on their way to collect belongings in the Lat Phrao area. However, police have expressed doubts about the explanation and are currently verifying their passports, work permits, residency details, and entry-exit records.
Authorities have yet to confirm any wrongdoing but stated that the individuals’ presence near a politically sensitive area during an active protest required thorough investigation.
Today’s rally at Victory Monument, led by the group "Uniting the Power of the Land for the Defence of Thai Sovereignty," marks the 84th anniversary of the monument and includes calls for national unity. Security has been tightened across the area.
