Gold prices surge as Sattahip police drill robbery response

2026-01-29 - 09:11

CHONBURI — 29 January 2026, as gold prices continue to rise, police in Thailand’s Sattahip district have staged a tactical drill to prepare for a potential gold shop robbery, highlighting the readiness of their rapid response unit. The exercise was held at about 13:00 by the Crime Suppression Division of Sattahip Provincial Police Station. The Rapid Response Unit, known locally as the Special Operations team, took the lead in securing and controlling the simulated incident, demonstrating speed, coordination and professional conduct. The drill was overseen by Pol. Col. Komsan Khamtunkaew, superintendent of Sattahip police, along with Lt. Col. Chanathat Nawakhunrangsi, deputy superintendent for crime suppression, and Lt. Col. Sila Sajjai, inspector for crime prevention and suppression. Operational command was assigned to Lt. Col. Kosol Sila, who led patrol car units, motorcycle patrols and the Special Operations rapid response team through an intensive exercise. Throughout the simulation, the special unit showed high mobility, precise target engagement, systematic communication and rapid area containment. Officers were able to bring the mock situation under control within a limited timeframe, reflecting continuous training and preparedness for serious incidents. Police said the exercise underscored the frontline role of the Special Operations rapid response unit at Sattahip station in dealing with major crimes. It was also intended to reassure residents and business owners that security in the district remains in the hands of highly capable officers.