Thai authorities link Pattaya weapons case to possible international crime network
A Chinese national was arrested in Pattaya for possessing a cache of weapons and explosives in a suspected 'arms workshop.' Thai police are investigating potential links to international criminal networks as the suspect remains in custody awaiting deportation.
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