How did Thai authorities discover the assault rifles and ammunition?

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Assault Rifles and Ammunition Discovered During Roadblock Operation in Southern Thailand

Thai authorities apprehended a Malaysian national and discovered military-grade assault rifles and hundreds of rounds of ammunition during a routine police roadblock operation in Sadao, Songkhla. The discovery occurred yesterday around 5:35 PM when the suspect, driving a Malaysia-registered Kia, was stopped as part of an initiative targeting drug smuggling and other security threats.
Roadblock Operation Yields Significant Arms Cache

The operation in Sadao, Songkhla, was specifically designed to intercept illegal activities such as drug smuggling and other security concerns prevalent in the region. During this targeted operation, law enforcement officials at a police roadblock identified and stopped a vehicle for inspection.
Details of the Seized Items

Upon searching the Malaysia-registered Kia, officers uncovered a substantial quantity of weapons and ammunition. The seized items included two M4 assault rifles, along with 300 rounds of 5.56mm ammunition and seven 5.56mm magazines. Additionally, 100 rounds of .45 calibre bullets and 50 rounds of 9mm bullets were found in the vehicle.
Ongoing Investigation into the Suspect's Intentions

The 46-year-old suspect has been taken into custody, and all recovered weapons and ammunition have been confiscated as evidence. Thai police are currently conducting a thorough investigation to ascertain the intended purpose behind the possession of these high-powered weapons and the large volume of ammunition. The Royal Malaysia Police have been notified of the incident, with Kedah police chief Datuk Adzli Abu Shah stating that Thai authorities will lead the initial investigation to determine if the weapons were intended for use in Thailand or for transit into Malaysia.

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