Thai authorities have apprehended a 23-year-old British man, George Wilson from Buckinghamshire, on charges of drug smuggling in Bangkok. The arrest took place at a hotel in the Sukhumvit area, where police discovered 9.1 kilograms (20 pounds) of crystal methamphetamine concealed in foil bags labeled as tea. The Metropolitan Police Bureau has confirmed that charges are being filed against Wilson for the possession and intended commercial sale of Category I controlled narcotics, specifically methamphetamine. The investigation was initiated following a tip-off about a planned narcotics handover involving foreign nationals at the hotel. Wilson has denied any knowledge of the suitcase’s contents in video footage captured during the arrest. The UK Foreign Office has acknowledged the incident, stating that it is in contact with Thai authorities. Thailand enforces stringent drug laws, with even minor possession offenses potentially resulting in severe penalties, including hefty fines and imprisonment. The case has drawn significant attention, with Thai police sharing images of the arrest on social media platforms.