Racing teens arrested as police sweep Phuket festival hotspot

Racing teens arrested as police sweep Phuket festival hotspot

Racing teens arrested as police sweep Phuket festival hotspotLegacyPolice in Phuket detained dozens of youths and seized modified motorbikes during late-night patrols aimed at ensuring safety during the Phuket Vegetarian Festival. The crackdown saw 45 young people detained and 13 illegally modified motorbikes seized during a late-night sweep at Saphan Hin. The operation began yesterday evening, October 22, and continued into the early hours of t…

Phuket Festival Brings Colour and Crowds Despite Rain

Picture courtesy of The Phuket News Phuket erupts with vibrant celebrations despite rain as the annual Vegetarian Festival continues, featuring colourful street processions led by devotees from 39 Chinese shrines. The festival, promoting spiritual cleansing, began on October 19 with the raising of Go Teng poles to invite the Nine Emperor Gods. Processions commenced on October 21, showcasing spirit mediums who pierce their cheeks in a ritual …