- Pattaya News
South Korean man injured in Pattaya condo altercation
A South Korean man was injured in a confrontation at a Pattaya condominium after his ex-girlfriend discovered him with a Thai woman. The incident occurred on the 16th floor of a building on Thappraya Road, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri. Emergency services were notified, and the injured man was promptly transported to a hospital. The victim, 45 year…
- Thailand News
Tragic accident in Bang Pa Han: Man killed by lawnmower blade
A 58 year old man tragically died after a lawnmower blade broke off and struck his leg while he was working in a field in Bang Pa Han district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. The incident was reported yesterday, March 15. Relatives had planned to celebrate his birthday but instead found themselves organising a funeral. Police Lieutenant Colonel Piyapong Sirichanyatham from…
- Phuket News
South Korean tourist found dead in Phuket luxury spa sauna
A South Korean tourist was found dead in a sauna room at a luxury spa in Phuket. His wife revealed that he had entered the facility before losing consciousness. Attempts to revive him with CPR were unsuccessful. Police are set to investigate the cause of death. Today, March 16, reports emerged that yesterday, March 15 at 6.30pm, Police Captain Yutthaphon…
- Thailand News
Regulatory loophole enables illegal land sales in eastern regions
The National Land Policy Committee (NLPC) has identified a regulatory loophole leading to unlawful land transfers, particularly in regions designated for the underprivileged. This issue affects land sold to investors in the eastern region and requires additional cooperation for resolution, according to the director of the NLPC. NLPC chief Rawiwan Phuridej recently revealed that an initial probe uncovered illegal sales…
- Crime News
Major drug bust in Songkhla uncovers drugs worth 117 million baht
A significant drug bust in Songkhla province has led to the seizure of approximately 200 kilogrammes of heroin and 2.7 million methamphetamine pills, with an estimated total value exceeding 117 million baht. Two people suspected of drug trafficking were apprehended in what is being described as the province’s largest drug seizure to date. A coordinated effort by police, military personnel,…
- Crime News
Nigerian man arrested for motorcycle theft in Chumphon disturbance
A Nigerian man suspected of motorcycle theft was apprehended after causing a disturbance outside a convenience store in the Muang district of Chumphon yesterday morning, according to police reports. Tourist Police responded to an incident at the Home Fresh store in tambon Na Thung after receiving reports of a foreign tourist creating disorder and damaging property, stated Police Lieutenant Colonel…
- Bangkok News
Three missing found after Rama 2 overpass collapse tragedy
Three missing people from the Rama 2 overpass collapse have been located after an extensive search. The incident occurred on the Rama 3 – Dao Khanong – Outer Ring Road construction project, which is situated over the Rama 2 expressway. The collapse resulted in five fatalities and numerous injuries. As of 3.20pm yesterday, March 15, emergency services reported discovering two…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Thai weather warning: 49 provinces to face severe storms
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued its fourth warning concerning severe weather conditions, including heavy rainfall and significant temperature drops of up to 8 degrees Celsius. Residents in 49 provinces, including Bangkok and its vicinity, are advised to exercise caution from March 16 to March 20. From March 16 to March 17, upper Thailand will experience thunderstorms, strong winds, hail,…
- Thailand News
Tragic car accident in Kanchanaburi claims two lives
A tragic accident occurred yesterday when a car plunged into an irrigation canal in Kanchanaburi province, leaving a health official’s wife and six month old daughter dead. The official managed to escape the vehicle, but his family was trapped inside and could not be rescued in time. The incident took place around noon, yesterday, March 12, on a road adjacent…
- Thailand News
Ancient Buddhist ritual in Uttaradit sparks lottery hopes
An ancient Buddhist ceremony, the Thot Phra Si Tri ritual, was recently observed in Mueang Laplae, Uttaradit province, drawing attention for its unique traditions and a significant sighting in the sacred water jar. Locals are hopeful for good fortune in the upcoming lottery draw on March 16. Today, March 13, residents of Mueang Laplae’s village 5, Dan Mae Khamman subdistrict,…
- Crime News
Police Region 8 busts major drug ring in Surat Thani
Police Region 8 successfully conducted a major operation leading to the arrest of key members of the Kaeng Chaiburi Network, a significant drug trafficking group. This comes just three months after a prison release, with the suspects attempting to push 10 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine and 14,000 methamphetamine pills. Yesterday, March 12, at 11am, at Bang Sawang Police Station in…
- Crime News
Man accused of assaulting friend’s sister in Nakhon Sawan
A man has been accused of assaulting and sexually assaulting his friend’s sister after a night of drinking in Nakhon Sawan. The incident occurred yesterday, March 12, when 47 year old A accompanied her daughter, 21 year old B, to file a complaint with Police Lieutenant Thongsuk Kaewngkanthai at the Mueang Nakhon Sawan Police Station. B recounted the events of…
- Thailand News
Myanmar national found dead in Udon Thani, police investigate
A Myanmar national’s body was discovered in a room in Udon Thani, allegedly dead for five days, despite reportedly being seen outside just two days prior. Police are investigating, suspecting involvement from two individuals who shared the accommodation. At 4.20pm yesterday, March 12, Police Captain Supakorn Thumjeen, Deputy Inspector at Mueang Udon Thani Police Station, received a report of a…
- Bangkok News
Police bust gang smuggling Chinese nationals into Bangkok
Police yesterday apprehended a gang involved in smuggling Chinese nationals into Bangkok for work. The group was intercepted yesterday, March 12, at the border in Tak province, with the driver receiving a fee of 6,500 baht for his services. Police Major General Khongkrich Loetsitthikul instructed Police Colonel That Phosuwan, Police Lieutenant Colonel Supakorn Tangkaprasert, and Police Lieutenant Colonel Akkarawut Chanchareon…
- Crime News
Suspects arrested after shooting two Myanmar nationals in Thailand
Three suspects have been apprehended following the shooting of two Myanmar nationals in Thong Pha Phum district. The incident occurred before they fled south to hide in Ranong province. Bang Mhat, a 72 year old, confessed to retaliating under threat of imminent harm. Police Colonel Nathapob Pongsapan, the investigative chief of Ranong province, with Police Lieutenant Somsak Khamee and Captain…
- Crime News
Teen stabs peer in marijuana-fueled paranoia at Rangsit condo
A 19 year old marketing student at a well-known university in Rangsit reportedly attacked a fellow student due to marijuana-induced paranoia at a luxury condominium. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of today, March 13, in Pathum Thani, left the victim with multiple stab wounds. The victim, referred to as Korn, was found at the entrance of the…
- Crime News
Manhunt after husband kills wife in Samut Prakan tragedy
A tragic incident unfolded in Samut Prakan province when a 43 year old man shot and killed his 34 year old wife in front of their children and mother-in-law. The suspect fled with his 15 year old stepdaughter, prompting a police manhunt. Today, March 13, at 1am, officers from Phra Samut Chedi Police Station were alerted to a shooting at…
- Crime News
Violent altercation in Chon Buri: Man attacks ex-wife and partner
In the early hours of today, police in Saen Suk district were alerted to a violent altercation at a dormitory in Mueang district, Chon Buri province. The incident today, March 13, involved a confrontation where a man attacked his ex-wife and her new partner. The new partner managed to escape by breaking a bathroom window and is currently missing. The…
- Krabi News
Dog alerts owners to 5-metre king cobra under car bonnet
Unusual barking from a dog led to a startling discovery when a large king cobra, nearly 5 metres, was found hiding under a car bonnet. Weighing over 30 kilogrammes, the snake was later captured by rescue officials yesterday, March 12, in Krabi province. The incident occurred when rescue teams from the Pracharuamjai Foundation in Thung Yai district, Nakhon Si Thammarat…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Thai and stormy: 48 provinces brace for wild weather, and hail
Weather conditions in 48 provinces across Thailand are expected to include thunderstorms, with some areas experiencing hail and strong winds. Despite these conditions, the overall weather remains very hot, according to the Thai Meteorological Department‘s (TMD) forecast for the next 24 hours. Northern Thailand will experience very hot weather with thunderstorms in 20% of the area, strong winds, and hail in…
- Crime News
Ruff justice: Thai neighbour threatens to silence barking dog for good
A woman received a threatening letter from a neighbour, warning that her dog would be killed due to its excessive barking. The neighbour claimed the dog barked all day and night, but the woman refuted this, stating the dog only barked sporadically. Yesterday, March 11, a Facebook user posted a photo of the threatening letter in a group called Adorable…
- Road deaths
Delivery truck overturns onto pickup, injuring driver in Chumphon
A six-wheel delivery truck veered off its lane and overturned onto a pickup truck, severely injuring its driver, who was trapped inside. The truck driver admitted to dozing off after leaving Chon Buri late at night to deliver parcels to Surat Thani, despite taking several rest breaks. At 11.30am yesterday, March 11, Police Lieutenant Kriengchai Choomkaew, deputy inspector of Sawi…
- Crime News
Police seize 520 kilogrammes of crystal meth in freezer bust
The Central Investigation Bureau announced the seizure of 520 kilogrammes of crystal methamphetamine hidden in freezers, aimed for distribution in southern Thailand. Police also disrupted a significant e-cigarette trade, arresting numerous suspects and confiscating thousands of products. Police Lieutenant General Surapol Prembutr, commander of the Provincial Police Region 1, along with Deputy Commander Police Major General Chokchai Ngamwong and other…
- Crime News
Man shot dead at home in Phatthalung after electricity cut
A 38 year old man was killed at his home in Phatthalung. The gunman, who had been released from prison two years ago for drug charges, cut the electricity before the fatal shooting. At 12.05am today, March 12, Police Lieutenant Athipat Maisuk from Khuan Khanun district station in Phatthalung province received a report of a shooting. The incident resulted in…
- Crime News
Tragic karaoke bar shooting in Phatthalung leaves woman dead
A 40 year old Laotian woman was tragically shot and killed inside a karaoke bar on Phetkasem Road between Phatthalung and Hat Yai at 9pm yesterday, March 11. Police Colonel Chan Narong Sangsang from Khao Chaison Police Station, Phatthalung province, received the report and promptly arrived at the scene with an investigative team and local rescue volunteers. Inside the karaoke…
- Thailand News
Lucky numbers frenzy as lottery tickets sell out near Khamchanod
In the lead-up to the next lottery draw, crowds gathered at a sacred shrine near Khamchanod Island to obtain lucky numbers. Many hope to win big in the March 16 draw but have been met with disappointment as tickets quickly sold out. Yesterday, March 11, at the renowned Khamchanod Island in Udon Thani, the atmosphere was bustling with tourists and…
- Crime News
Luxury car driver apologises after slapping 14 year old motorcyclist
A recent incident involving a luxury car driver and a 14 year old motorcyclist in Phak Hai district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province, has gained attention. The driver, a 42 year old man known as A, admitted to slapping the teenage motorcyclist after an alleged traffic dispute. Despite the motorcyclist’s apology, the driver proceeded with the assault. The event, captured…
- Crime News
Man found dead in Lop Buri after two-year disappearance
A man found dead with multiple stab wounds near a roadside pavilion in Lop Buri has been identified. The deceased was named as 40 year old Komsan, missing for over two years. Police are investigating his death, while family members are puzzled by his presence in the area. Yesterday, March 11, Police Colonel Chaimit Sitthipoon of the Phatthana Nikhom District…
- Crime News
Ayutthaya man confesses to fatal shooting of in-laws
A 46 year old man from Ayutthaya province confessed to shooting his former parents-in-law, resulting in their deaths, and injuring his wife and her four year old child. The incident occurred in the early hours within a village in Uthai subdistrict, Uthai district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. Following the crime, Songpon fled the scene in a car before switching to…
- Bangkok News
Bangkok police arrest suspect for selling drug-laced ‘zombie e-cigarettes’
Police apprehended a suspect in the Ram Inthra area of Bangkok for allegedly producing and selling illegal zombie e-cigarettes laced with anaesthetic drugs. Etomidate, a substance sourced from China, was mixed locally before being sold to nightlife tourists. Yesterday, March 11, Police Major General Pattanasak Bupphasuwan, commander of the Consumer Protection Police Division, led a team to search a condominium in…
