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  • Krabi NewsHill myna dispute leads to fatal shooting in Krabi

    Hill myna dispute leads to fatal shooting in Krabi

    A dispute over a hill myna bird led to a violent incident in Koh Lanta, Krabi province. A man fatally shot his neighbour and the neighbour’s young daughter while injuring the man’s wife. Police are actively pursuing the suspect. Yesterday, July 1, at 11.30am, Police Lieutenant Pimon Phromcharoen from Koh Lanta Police Station received a report of a shooting at…

  • Crime NewsSixth explosive device found at Krabi’s Noppharat Thara Beach

    Sixth explosive device found at Krabi’s Noppharat Thara Beach

    In Krabi, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) officers have discovered a suspicious object buried beneath a tree in a pine garden at the Noppharat Thara Beach National Park headquarters. This marks the sixth such finding in the area. The operation, conducted yesterday, June 28, by the EOD team and investigative officers from the Krabi provincial police, involved extensive use of metal…

  • Krabi NewsAirAsia celebrates 16 years of success with exclusive trip to Krabi

    AirAsia celebrates 16 years of success with exclusive trip to Krabi

    AirAsia is celebrating its 16th consecutive title as the World’s Best Low-Cost Airline, and they did it in style with a special trip to Krabi. In partnership with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), the airline hosted over 120 key opinion leaders (KOLs) and media representatives from across Asia, aiming to promote Green Season travel and showcase Krabi as a…

  • Krabi NewsKrabi Airport soars as 5 airlines request landing slots

    Krabi Airport soars as 5 airlines request landing slots

    Krabi Airport is rapidly becoming one of Thailand’s most exciting aviation hubs, with five international airlines applying for landing slots. The surge in interest signals a growing global confidence in the airport’s capabilities and potential as a gateway to the Andaman region. Deputy Transport Minister Manaporn Charoensri revealed that the Department of Airports (DoA) participated in the 156th International Air…

  • Krabi NewsDugong baby boom? Rare sea creatures spotted off Krabi coast

    Dugong baby boom? Rare sea creatures spotted off Krabi coast

    Krabi’s crystal waters have just delivered a marine miracle—two rare dugongs and a gang of green turtles have been spotted gliding through the waves, sparking hopes of a biodiversity comeback in the Andaman Sea. Park officials in Krabi are celebrating a major boost in marine biodiversity after spotting two new dugongs and a group of green turtles near Ao Nammao…

  • Krabi NewsForeign tourist flees angry mob after violating Krabi national park rules

    Foreign tourist flees angry mob after violating Krabi national park rules

    A viral video has emerged showing a foreign tourist fleeing from angry Thai men after he violated rules at a national park in the southern province of Krabi. It is also alleged the foreigner behaved disrespectfully towards park rangers. The Hat Noppharat Thara–Mu Ko Phi Phi National Park Facebook page issued a statement addressing the incident after a video of the…

  • Featured DispensariesBest weed shops in Krabi [2025] | Thaiger

    Best weed shops in Krabi [2025]

    Lately, Krabi has been getting a bit greener (literally). The laidback beach town has blossomed into a haven for cannabis lovers, with weed shops popping up from Ao Nang to Krabi Town like tropical wildflowers. Some cannabis dispensaries in Krabi have pool tables and puff-and-paint nights, others feel more like your eccentric aunt’s living room. So we lit up our curiosity…

  • Krabi NewsKrabi locals team up to tackle marine waste in coastal cleanup

    Krabi locals team up to tackle marine waste in coastal cleanup

    A stunning community effort in Krabi has seen volunteers from across the region band together to tackle the growing problem of marine waste along the Ao Ching Chang coastline. The clean-up, which took place yesterday, May 7, focused on removing harmful debris and preserving the area’s fragile marine environment. Led by the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources (DMCR) and…

  • Business NewsKrabi under the table! Bribery storm rocks paradise parks

    Krabi under the table! Bribery storm rocks paradise parks

    Tourism bosses in Krabi are demanding answers after bombshell bribery claims surfaced against park officials accused of pocketing cash from dodgy tour operators, sparking fears the scandal could tarnish Thailand’s tropical crown jewel. Krabi Tourism Association called for a full-blown investigation into explosive allegations that national park officials have been taking bribes from tour companies, claims that have gone viral…

  • Krabi NewsMissing Welshman Daniel Davies found safe in Krabi hostel

    Missing Welshman Daniel Davies found safe in Krabi hostel

    A 26 year old Welshman who had been out of contact with his family for over a month, was found safe yesterday afternoon in Krabi, according to local media. He reportedly told friends that he “didn’t want to go home.” Daniel Davies, hailing from Llanelli, Wales, last spoke with his family on March 13, while reportedly staying at Hangover Hostel on…

  • Krabi NewsSmall earthquake strikes Krabi, no tsunami risk reported

    Small earthquake strikes Krabi, no tsunami risk reported

    An earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale occurred in Krabi province, with the epicentre located in Khlong Khama subdistrict, Nuea Khlong district. The event, which was felt by locals, took place at 2.27pm yesterday, April 14. The Thai Meteorological Department’s Earthquake Surveillance Division reported the quake’s depth at 2 kilometres. At 2.42pm, the Thai Meteorological Department issued a statement…

  • Krabi NewsInjured foreign man vanishes after bloody bar brawl in Krabi

    Injured foreign man vanishes after bloody bar brawl in Krabi

    A foreign man, whose body was covered in blood, disappeared on his motorcycle following a brawl with his friends at a bar on Koh Lanta, an island in the southern province of Krabi, raising concerns among residents. A video showing a foreign man with bloodstains across his body was shared on social media by a Thai bar owner. The footage was…

  • Krabi NewsStepfather accused of assaulting 11 year old girl in Krabi

    Stepfather accused of assaulting 11 year old girl in Krabi

    A 60 year old stepfather has been accused of sexually assaulting his 11 year old stepdaughter after her elder sister noticed suspicious behaviour and questioned her. The child was reportedly too afraid to inform her mother, fearing she would believe the stepfather over her. Yesterday, April 8, Saiyan Sukchan, chairperson of the Centre for Protection, along with officials from the…

  • Krabi NewsAmerican nurse recovers after cheating death in Krabi moped crash

    American nurse recovers after cheating death in Krabi moped crash

    An American nurse went from ziplining with elephants to clinging to life in a Thai hospital but now she is thrilled to be back home after a moped crash in Krabi left her face shattered and her future uncertain. Sierra Fairhurst, an intensive care nurse at Salem Hospital in Massachusetts, was on holiday in Thailand with friends when disaster struck.…

  • Thailand video newsThailand video news | US nurse suffers devastating injuries in Krabi moped crash, Myanmar quake deaths pass 3,000 as junta leader visits Bangkok

    Thailand video news | US nurse suffers devastating injuries in Krabi moped crash, Myanmar quake deaths pass 3,000 as junta leader visits Bangkok

    In today’s Thailand video news, Alex and Jay cover some of the most pressing stories from Thailand and Southeast Asia. They report on tragic motorbike accidents involving foreign tourists, issue urgent warnings about new U.S. tariffs, and highlight the region’s personal, political, and environmental challenges. The program shows dramatic scenes in Bangkok, outlines government aid following a major quake, and…

  • Thailand NewsAmerican nurse’s face shattered in moped crash in Krabi, Thailand

    American nurse’s face shattered in moped crash in Krabi, Thailand

    An American woman has become the latest in a long line of road victims after a horrific moped crash while on holiday in Thailand. The crash has left the Massachusetts ICU nurse with severe facial injuries Sierra Fairhurst was enjoying a trip with friends in March when the accident happened. One moment, she was riding a rented moped, then everything…

  • Krabi NewsDutch tourist runs naked in Krabi hotel, takes a tumble

    Dutch tourist runs naked in Krabi hotel, takes a tumble

    A shocking incident unfolded at a hotel in Krabi yesterday when a Dutch tourist, in a state of apparent hallucination, ran naked through the hotel before falling down some stairs and injuring himself. The man, identified as 51 year old Ronald Hillmar, was acting erratically, and hotel staff had to call the police and rescue workers to manage the situation.…

  • Krabi NewsBudget airline launches direct flights to Krabi from India

    Budget airline launches direct flights to Krabi from India

    Thailand’s picturesque Krabi province just became more accessible to Indian travellers, as budget airline IndiGo launched its inaugural direct flight from Mumbai to the popular beach destination. The flight landed at Krabi International Airport last night, March 24, marking the start of a new chapter in travel between India and Thailand’s stunning Andaman coast. Flight 6E1085, an Airbus A320, touched…

  • Krabi NewsDrug bust: Two monks caught in Krabi meth operation (video)

    Drug bust: Two monks caught in Krabi meth operation (video)

    Two monks were arrested in Krabi province at the weekend, after being accused of selling methamphetamine pills and crystal meth. Police uncovered a shocking stash of drugs during the raid on Sunday, March 23, but three other monks managed to escape just before officials were ready to carry out a drug test. A special anti-drug operation led by Krabi Governor…

  • Krabi NewsI’ll be right back: Foreign tourist dines and dashes in Krabi

    I’ll be right back: Foreign tourist dines and dashes in Krabi

    A foreign tourist has gone viral for all the wrong reasons after dining and dashing at a Krabi restaurant, leaving staff and locals furious. The tall, tattooed man reportedly ordered a lavish meal, pretended to visit the restroom, and then vanished without paying. The incident occurred on March 9 at Into the Forest, a popular restaurant in Khao Thong subdistrict,…

  • Krabi NewsBusted! British man’s ‘high’-risk trip lands him in Krabi trouble

    Busted! British man’s ‘high’-risk trip lands him in Krabi trouble

    A British tourist caught at Krabi Airport with a whopping 38 kilos of cannabis in his suitcase has been named and faces a decade-long stretch behind bars for his colossal weed blunder. Daniel James Hallett, from Hull, is staring at up to 10 years in a Thai prison after his arrest for allegedly attempting to smuggle cannabis through the airport…

  • Krabi NewsBusted bud: British man nabbed with cannabis at Krabi Airport

    Busted bud: British man nabbed with cannabis at Krabi Airport

    A British man was arrested at Krabi International Airport after officials discovered a massive haul of more than 34 kilogrammes of cannabis stashed in suitcases. The late-night bust has set tongues wagging amidst continuing concerns over drug trafficking in Thailand. According to Krabi Provincial Police, the drama unfolded around 11.50pm on Saturday, March 8, when vigilant airport staff found a…

  • Thailand NewsGerman man in Krabi hospitalised after drug-induced hallucinations

    German man in Krabi hospitalised after drug-induced hallucinations

    A German expat in Krabi was taken for rehabilitation after experiencing intense hallucinations, allegedly from self-made drugs, causing a public disturbance by shouting for hours. Yesterday, February 17, police were called to a house in Village 4, Sai Thai subdistrict, after neighbours reported a foreigner screaming uncontrollably, disrupting the usually quiet community. Upon arrival, officers were met by 33 year…

  • Thailand NewsKrabi police criticised for failing to arrest Turkish man who damages locals’ cars

    Krabi police criticised for failing to arrest Turkish man who damages locals’ cars

    Police officers in the southern province of Krabi allegedly allowed a Turkish man to remain at large, despite the foreigner damaging two locals’ cars in the area. A Thai scuba diving trainer sought assistance from Channel 7 after her complaint, filed at Ao Nang Police Station, was ignored. Police reportedly told her that they could not arrest the foreign suspect…

  • Krabi NewsAncient hyena fossils found in Krabi cave reveal savannah past

    Ancient hyena fossils found in Krabi cave reveal savannah past

    A recent discovery in a cave in Krabi has unearthed numerous hyena fossils, estimated to be over 200,000 years old, suggesting that Krabi was once a savannah. Yesterday, February 9, Assistant Professor Doctor Kantapon Suraprasit, a lecturer from the Department of Geology at Chulalongkorn University, alongside a team of geologists and the Krabi Cave Lovers Club, conducted an exploration in…

  • Krabi NewsBlade end: Krabi mechanic’s routine lawnmower repair turns deadly

    Blade end: Krabi mechanic’s routine lawnmower repair turns deadly

    A seemingly ordinary day turned tragic for a 72 year old Krabi mechanic, as a routine lawnmower repair took a lethal turn. The Krabi mechanic, Saman, yesterday, February 2, was engaged in what should have been just another day at his repair shop: a humble single-storey setup nestled in the area of Ban Khao Thiam Pa, Khao Thong subdistrict in…

  • Thailand NewsKrabi park e-ticketing system struggles to curb cash handling risks

    Krabi park e-ticketing system struggles to curb cash handling risks

    A special task force from the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) conducted an inspection yesterday, January 17, at Hat Noppharat Thara-Mu Koh Phi Phi National Park in Krabi to evaluate anti-corruption measures. The inspection followed the introduction of an e-ticketing system intended to prevent fraud in park entry fee management. Officials examined the fee collection processes at popular tourist sites such…

  • Crime NewsFoul play: Krabi cops rescue footballers from scam agent’s offside trap

    Foul play: Krabi cops rescue footballers from scam agent’s offside trap

    Krabi Provincial Tourist Police officers swooped to help an Egyptian and a Yemeni football player after they were deceived by a scam agent who lured them to Thailand and defrauded them of 45,000 baht. The victims, 26 year old Yemeni Majid and 25 year old Egyptian Ali, sought help from the Tourist Police after their mobile phone was stolen while…

  • Thailand NewsKrabi ferry operators found drug positive suspended

    Krabi ferry operators found drug positive suspended

    Police in Krabi conducted a random drug test on ferry operators and crew members at Koh Lanta, resulting in several individuals testing positive for drugs. The operators, found with purple urine, have been suspended and will undergo rehabilitation. The joint operation involved local administrative officers from Koh Lanta district and regional marine department officials. They carried out these surprise urine…

  • Thailand NewsTeen girl murdered by drug-induced killer in Krabi

    Teen girl murdered by drug-induced killer in Krabi

    A tragic incident unfolded yesterday when a 15 year old girl was brutally murdered in the kitchen of a rented house in Krabi province. The police reported that Dolkanee, the 42 year old brother of the girl’s boyfriend, admitted to killing her. He confessed to having consumed two methamphetamine (meth) pills before committing the crime. Local police received a report…