Chinese man wanted over Dubai murders arrested in Nong Khai
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Immigration police said on 4 Nov that a Chinese man, Wan Chuanxin, 29, was arrested on 6 Oct after crossing the Mekong River from Laos into Nong Khai. He carried about 5 kg of etomidate. He is wanted in the UAE over three killings in Dubai in June 2026.
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Why it matters
Police said the suspect used an unofficial route across the Mekong and may have planned to hide in Thailand. Etomidate is classed as a Category 2 psychotropic substance in Thailand.
What's next
Immigration police are preparing to transfer Wan to the UAE for further legal proceedings, but the source gives no date.
Key dates
- June 2026Three people were killed in Dubai; the UAE later issued an arrest warrant for Wan in connection with the case.
- 6 OctWan was arrested at around 19:00 crossing the Mekong River by long-tail boat into Phon Phisai district, Nong Khai.
- 4 NovPolice disclosed the case during a review of significant investigations by Immigration Division 4.
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