KHON KAEN — 15 May 2026, authorities in northeastern Thailand are investigating a complaint that tissue paper was found inside a fish dumpling purchased at a popular market in Khon Kaen province, officials said.
The investigation began after a 58-year-old woman posted on social media that she discovered tissue paper inside a fish dumpling she had bought at the Bueng Kaen Nakhon market area in Khon Kaen municipality.
The post triggered widespread criticism online and prompted health officials to launch an inquiry.
Nutchaniwan Dondilerd, deputy mayor of Khon Kaen municipality, said officials had contacted market managers and learned that vendors at the market include both permanent traders and temporary daily sellers.
Preliminary findings indicated the fish dumpling stall was not a regular vendor and had reportedly operated near the rear entrance of Wat That temple on 13 May before leaving the area.
Municipal health and environmental officials are attempting to locate the vendor and have asked the customer to submit the dumpling for laboratory examination to determine whether foreign material was present.
Authorities said legal action could follow if the investigation confirms food contamination.
Officials also planned inspections at the Bueng Kaen Nakhon market on the evening of 15 May to reassure residents and tourists about food safety standards and protect the province’s tourism image.
