The crackdown was ordered by Pol Maj Gen Sinlert Sukhum, Commander of Phuket Provincial Police, in collaboration with several senior police officers and local authorities, and carried out by Phuket Tourist Police..
Police detained 37 individuals, accusing them of causing disturbances and negatively impacting the tourism industry.
The detainees were subsequently handed over to the investigation officer at Patong Police Station for further legal proceedings.
Police have not disclosed specific details about the alleged offenses committed by those arrested.
Officials only stated that the operation aimed to address concerns over activities perceived as disruptive to the tourism sector.