Pol. Lt. Col. Sirichat Nuthet, Deputy Chief of Pattaya City Police Station, led a team of over 30 officers from the Pattaya Police and local volunteers on an operation to inspect entertainment venues in Pattaya. The mission aimed to raise awareness and prevent the illegal employment of minors under 18, as well as drug use in these establishments. The officers conducted checks at various locations but reported no legal violations concerning drugs, weapons, minors, or prostitution. Additionally, the police highlighted the upcoming ban on alcohol sales during the Buddhist Lent holiday, which starts on October 17. This prohibition will be in effect from 12:01 AM to 12:00 AM that day.