Security tightened on Koh Samui after Phuket incidents

Police check drivers and motorcyclists arriving on Koh Samui at the ferry pier, where security has been tightened following the discovery of several suspected explosive devices in the southern tourist provinces of Phuket and Krabi. (Photo: Facebook สวท.เกาะสมุย กรมประชาสัมพันธ์)

Authorities on Koh Samui have increased security measures, inspecting all vehicles and people arriving on the island, following the discovery of several suspected explosive devices in Phuket and Krabi.

At Koh Samui's ferry terminal on Saturday, all vehicles and passengers arriving from the mainland were being screened by local police, working alongside immigration officers, tourist police and soldiers.