Bangkok: Authorities raided an illegal warehouse and arrested a man involved in illegal moneylending. Bangkok Metropolitan Police raided an illegal pawnbroking warehouse in Chachoengsao province, arresting a 44-year-old man after discovering he was operating an unlicensed money lending business and accepting numerous vehicles as collateral without proper documentation. A search of the warehouse uncovered firearms, ammunition, and methamphetamine pills. The suspect confessed to all charges. According to Thai News Agency, the operation was conducted on April 4, 2026, at approximately 8:30 AM. The raid was directed by several high-ranking officials, including Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanphet, Commissioner General of the Royal Thai Police, and a team from the Metropolitan Police Investigation Bureau (IDMB) led by Pol. Col. Sribunyamanon. The warehouse, located in Moo 7, Khlong Luang Phaeng Subdistrict, was suspected of being used for illegal pawnbroking activities. Following an investigation into illegal possession of firearms and ammunition, authorities identified Mr. Narin, 44, as the operator of the unregistered pawnbroking business. The investigation revealed that he had been conducting this operation for over three years, accepting unregistered vehicles and advertising them for sale on social media without transferring ownership. Officials obtained a search warrant from the Chachoengsao Provincial Court to search the warehouse. During the search, Mr. Narin identified himself and consented to the search. Authorities found 147 methamphetamine pills, seven firearms, 243 rounds of ammunition, six cars, and four motorcycles, among other items, as evidence. Mr. Narin confessed to receiving firearms and ammunition as collateral and purchasing methamphetamine from an acquaintance. He was charged with possession of firearms and ammunition without a permit, possession of a Category 1 narcotic drug without permission, and operating a regulated personal loan business without permission. The suspect was taken into custody for further legal proceedings. The public is encouraged to report any wrongdoing to the Royal Thai Police, the Bangkok Metropolitan Police Command, or the 191 hotline.