- South Thailand News
Gunman pursued after fatal M16 shooting in Narathiwat
In Narathiwat province, police are pursuing a gunman who fatally shot a 50 year old man with an M16 rifle on August 4. The incident, occurring at 3.35pm, also resulted in another person sustaining injuries. Thirty-two shell casings were found at the scene. Police Colonel Prayong Khotrasa, Deputy Commander of Narathiwat Provincial Police, alongside Police Colonel Suppachart Na Phatthalung, Chief…
- Crime News
Cambodian soldier arrested in Thailand for espionage
Thai police in Buriram province have apprehended a Cambodian soldier believed to be part of the BHQ, a unit tasked with protecting Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen. The arrest took place yesterday, August 6, at a residence in Krasang district, following suspicions that the soldier was involved in relaying Thai military movements to Cambodia. A post on the Lamduan Police…
- Thailand News
Historic Saraburi hotel destroyed by fire after 50 years
A historic hotel in Saraburi, which stood for over 50 years, was destroyed by a fire late at night yesterday, August 5. At 10.20pm, Police Lieutenant Colonel Paitoon Pankluaymai, Investigator at Mueang Saraburi District Police Station, was informed of a blaze at the I-Nguan Hotel, located near the railway station in Saraburi province. He relayed the information to his superiors…
- Bangkok News
Army officer found dead in car at Bangkok mall
A 37 year old army officer was found deceased in his car in a shopping mall parking lot in Bangkok’s Bang Khen district. Police discovered the vehicle filled with smoke and a stove beside the driver’s seat. Despite resuscitation efforts, he was pronounced dead shortly after. The incident occurred today, August 6, around 1.10am, when patrol officers from Bang Khen…
- Crime News
Gruesome murder mystery unfolds in Trang forest
In the depths of a dense forest in Trang province, a deceased man was found in a gruesome state, with his mouth gagged and his hands and feet bound. Believed to have been dead for four days, the discovery was made yesterday, August 4. The police are now working to unravel the circumstances surrounding this murder. Police from the Rassada…
- Thailand News
Thai Air Force denies Cambodia’s MK-84 bomb purchase claims
The Royal Thai Air Force has refuted Cambodia’s claims of purchasing MK-84 bombs from Israel, suggesting that a neutral third party should verify the allegations. They emphasised that their operations comply with international laws and humanitarian principles, along with the right to self-defence. Today, August 5, Heng Ratana, director of the Cambodian Mine Action Centre (CMAC), alleged that the MK-84…
- Crime News
Abbot wounded in temple shooting, suspect flees in Loei
Two abbots were involved in a late-night altercation that escalated into a shooting at a well-known temple in Chiang Khan. A bullet struck one abbot near his left ear, and the gunman fled in a sedan. Police are currently investigating the incident and pursuing the suspect. Today, August 5, police from the Chiang Khan Police Station reported an incident yesterday,…
- Crime News
Major illegal cigarette smuggling ring busted in Kanchanaburi
A significant illegal cigarette smuggling operation was thwarted by the Ladan Yao Task Force of the Surasi Forces, capturing a man transporting nearly 10 million baht worth of contraband cigarettes. The incident occurred today, August 5, at the 9th Infantry Division headquarters, where Commander Major General Atsadawut Panyarachun, leading the Surasi Forces, coordinated with Athit San Intra, the Governor of…
- Phuket News
Phuket police arrest trio, seize over 6,000 meth pills
Thalang Police in Phuket have detained three people suspected of drug trafficking, confiscating more than 6,000 methamphetamine pills, known locally as ya bah, and over 300 grammes of crystal meth, referred to as ya ice, during a targeted operation against a local drug network. The apprehensions occurred yesterday, August 4, led by investigators from Thalang Police Station under Police Lieutenant…
- Thailand News
Song Phi Nong drug test leads to dismissal of 5 officials
Yesterday, August 4, at the district office of Song Phi Nong, a surprise drug test was conducted on 202 government officials, ranging from executives to employees, without prior notice. This action was part of the government’s No Drugs No Dealers policy. The test revealed that five municipal employees tested positive for drugs, resulting in their immediate dismissal. ดูโพสต์นี้บน Instagram…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya convenience store clash leaves one injured in love triangle row
In Pattaya’s Nongprue subdistrict, an altercation occurred outside a convenience store yesterday, August 4, resulting in injuries to one person. The incident was reported at 10.06pm, prompting a swift response from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit and Banglamung Police. Upon arrival at Moo 6 in Nongprue, police discovered a scene of disarray with damaged items scattered around. The injured…
- Pattaya News
Swedish tourist arrested for flying drone over Pattaya Beach
In Pattaya, Thailand, on August 3, at 10pm, Pattaya Special Affairs officers apprehended a 28 year old Swedish tourist for operating a drone over Pattaya Beach without the necessary permission. The tourist, whose name has not been disclosed, was questioned with the help of an interpreter. He explained that he had just arrived in Pattaya and was attempting to capture…
- Thailand News
Cambodian workers flock to border to return home
Around 500 Cambodian workers gathered at the Ban Khlong Luek permanent border crossing in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, seeking to return to Cambodia. Many were accompanied by children and carried numerous belongings, as they queued to cross the border. The primary reason provided for this mass return was phone calls from family members urging them to come home immediately.…
- Thailand News
Cambodian drones dominate border surveillance, Thai Defence Ministry confirms
Recent surveillance activities along the border have revealed that most drones originate from Cambodia, as confirmed by the Defence Ministry. Deputy Defence Minister Nattaphon Narkphanit stated yesterday, August 4, that all incursions have been recorded, complete with photographic evidence and coordinates. Although the majority of drones observed along the border are from Cambodia, Nattaphon noted that the drone seen in…
- Chiang Mai News
Missing girls found safe near Chiang Mai school
The Mirror Foundation has clarified that the disappearance of three young girls from their school dormitory in Mae Ai district, Chiang Mai province, was not a case of kidnapping or abduction. Yesterday, August 4, police from Mae Ai Police Station, investigators, border patrol troops, local police, and teachers from Rajaprajanugroh 30 School held a meeting to coordinate efforts to locate…
- Bangkok News
Woman found dead at bus stop on Suwinthawong Road
A woman’s body was discovered under a roadside bus stop shelter along Suwinthawong Road, heading towards Chachoengsao province, on the evening of yesterday, August 4. Police Colonel Pakorn Chukhaw from Min Buri Police Station reported the incident at 7.40pm. Medical examiners from Police General Hospital and Poh Teck Tung Foundation officials were called to the scene. The location was a…
- Road deaths
Three children injured in motorcycle crash with car in Thanyaburi
A 14 year old girl, driving a motorcycle with two younger siblings on board, collided with a car, resulting in the motorcycle becoming lodged underneath the vehicle. Emergency services responded swiftly to the scene, with witnesses recounting the rapid approach of the motorcycle. Today, August 4, the Ruamkatanyu Foundation received a report of a motorcycle accident involving a collision with…
- Phuket News
Phuket intensifies drug crackdown with new phase of national campaign
Phuket Provincial Police have initiated the second phase of the national No Drugs, No Dealers campaign, intensifying their efforts to dismantle drug networks and promote drug-free communities on the island. This campaign aligns with a directive from Deputy Prime Minister and Interior Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, who is temporarily fulfilling the role of Prime Minister, to address the drug crisis as…
- Phuket News
Thai MECC rescues stranded fishermen after two days at sea
Three fishermen were rescued by the Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre Region 3 (Thai MECC 3) after being stranded at sea for two days due to an engine failure. The rescue operation took place yesterday, August 3. A distress call received at approximately midday through the department’s 1465 hotline prompted Thai MECC 3 to take action. Pratakorn, who made the…
- Chiang Mai News
Body of tourist found decomposed in Doi Suthep forest, Chiang Mai
The body, thought to be a foreign tourist, was discovered in an advanced state of decomposition in the forest of Doi Suthep, located in the Mueang district of Chiang Mai. The discovery was made yesterday, August 3. A resident, while collecting forest products, found the body approximately 2 kilometres from the main road in tambon Suthep and reported it to…
- Crime News
Car theft leaves Thai saleswoman devastated, losses over 50,000 baht
A 40 year old saleswoman was left devastated when her only car was stolen from a hotel in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya. In just 11 minutes, the thief took the vehicle, along with running shoes and valuables worth 50,000 baht, on August 2. Naphisara Monyao, a resident of Ang Thong, shared her ordeal on Facebook, mentioning that her black five-door Toyota…
- Thailand News
Cambodian attack leaves Surin hospital with 45 million baht damage
Today, August 4, the Ministry of Public Health reported that the Panom Dong Rak Hospital in Surin province sustained significant damage, estimated at over 45 million baht, following an attack by Cambodian military forces. The inspection, conducted by the Surin Provincial Public Health Office on August 2, revealed extensive damage to the hospital’s infrastructure, suggesting that four buildings might need…
- Crime News
Bangkok police arrest man after three-day stolen vehicle pursuit
Police in Bangkok apprehended a 46 year old man from Chaiyaphum after a three-day manhunt. The suspect, identified as Sutthichak “Nui” Inmanee, was caught while attempting to exchange a stolen vehicle for drugs. The arrest occurred around 10.30pm yesterday, August 3. The case began on August 1 when Busakorn, the 46 year old owner of a silver Toyota Vigo pickup…
- Crime News
Nonthaburi man shot dead in Surat Thani rubber plantation
A 35 year old man from Nonthaburi was fatally shot in a rubber plantation in Surat Thani province. Police are investigating the incident, which occurred at 7.41pm yesterday, August 3, while also taking the victim’s unfamiliarity with the area into consideration. Police Lieutenant Colonel Prasit Damnui from the Phra Saeng Police Station received a report of a fatal shooting at…
- Thailand News
Man tragically killed by crane in Chon Buri construction site
A man seeking respite from the heat during a midday break was tragically killed under a construction crane in Chon Buri yesterday, August 3. Despite the noise of the machinery, the man didn’t seem to notice that it was in operation. At 1.30pm on August 3, Police Major Anan Chalermwattanakorn from Ban Bueng Police Station was notified of a fatal…
- Thailand News
Thai officials search for hidden Cambodian rockets after border clash
Thai officials are actively searching for BM-21 rockets fired from Cambodia into Thailand, with some still possibly remaining undiscovered. Residents reported anomalies in fields, prompting concerns that rain might obscure visibility due to soil coverage. Yesterday, August 3, reports indicated that, although the clash between Thai and Cambodian soldiers has ended, government agencies are still not allowing all evacuees to…
- Crime News
Surin province combats unauthorised drone threats with defensive actions
Surin province has recently experienced unauthorised drone activity, prompting local officials to respond with defensive measures. The governor authorised the shooting of drones, suspecting them as potential threats. Mysterious cone-shaped debris was found and collected for investigation. Yesterday, August 3, reports emerged of unidentified drones flying over the Surin province, including border areas and Mueang district, for several days. Gunfire…
- Road deaths
Pickup truck loses wheel at Nakhon Ratchasima intersection (video)
Yesterday, August 3, a pickup truck’s wheel detached and rolled across an intersection before hitting a curb. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, and the incident was captured on video and shared online as a warning to other drivers. The footage depicted a black pickup truck carrying a motorcycle at the rear, halting at a red light at the Nong Krasang…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Heavy rainfall and high sea waves expected in Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) forecasts heavy rainfall in 30 provinces today, with Bangkok expecting significant precipitation in 20% of its areas. In the south, sea waves are expected to reach over two metres, prompting a warning for boats to avoid areas with thunderstorms. The weather forecast for the next 24 hours indicates minimal rain in northern Thailand due to…
- Crime News
Cambodian spy arrested in Thailand for military espionage
In a dramatic crackdown on espionage, Thai security forces arrested a Cambodian national on August 1 in Ta Phraya district, Sa Kaeo province, accusing him of spying and transmitting sensitive military information back to Cambodia. The suspect, whose identity has been withheld due to ongoing investigations, reportedly received a daily payment of 20,000 Cambodian riel (approximately 162 baht) in exchange…
