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Police break up drug orgies of 29 men in luxury hotel Bangkok!
A police raid on a luxury Bangkok hotel resulted in 29 men being arrested during a drug-fuelled sex party.
Police break up drug orgies of 29 men in luxury hotel Bangkok!
A spectacular police raid took place in Bangkok, which not only shook up the nightlife, but also highlighted a sensitive issue. On November 6, 2025, police stormed a luxury hotel on Sukhumvit Soi 13 and arrested 29 men suspected of attending a drug-fueled sex party. Officers found a shocking amount of drugs, including ecstasy, methamphetamine and Viagra, among other things. RTL reports that The raid was launched at 12:30 that night after an undercover agent tipped off about the orgy taking place.
Most of those arrested, 28 Thais and 1 Filipino, were found in their underwear in the suite, with many still engaged in sexual activity. Police seized a variety of drug paraphernalia, including 30 bottles of amyl nitrite, also known as poppers, which is illegal in Thailand as a recreational drug without medical supervision. The health risks associated with the consumption of such substances are high Bangkok Post clarifies.
About three men have been charged with drug possession, while four others are being held responsible based on urine samples showing confirmed drug use. The rest of those present at the party have not yet been fully profiled and their questioning is currently underway. This is not the first raid of its kind; The group of organizers were arrested in a similar action in Thong Lor in December 2024.
Background and context
In the context of the LGBTQI+ community in Thailand, it is important to note that current policies often do not take their needs into account. This leads to increased marginalization and can have health consequences. IDPC highlights that the safety of LGBTQI+ people is often neglected, especially when it comes to drug use.
Despite positive developments such as the legalization of same-sex marriage in June 2024, dealing with drugs and supporting drug users within this community remains a challenge. APCOM and IDPC's efforts to address the needs and challenges in this area remain key. The consultations on this issue highlight the importance of providing adequate and non-discriminatory support.
It remains to be seen how the legal framework surrounding drug use and LGBTQI+ rights in Thailand will develop and what measures will now be taken to avoid such incidents in the future. Meanwhile, the latest raid is generating plenty of talk in the city and opening up a discussion about the complex intersections of health, legislation and human rights in a changing society.