- Thailand News
Blocking bad clicks: DES ramps up crackdown on shady sites
The Digital Economy and Society Ministry (DES) has significantly ramped up efforts to curb access to illicit online content, blocking 138,660 attempts to access unlawful social media pages and website URLs over the past 11 months. This marks an 11-fold increase compared to the same period last year. The DES, led by Prasert Jantararuangtong, has concentrated on fighting cybercrime by…
- Phuket News
Villa thrill-a: Russian buyers drive Phuket’s 2024 villa surge
Phuket’s villa market has seen a remarkable surge in the first half of 2024, surpassing the total launches for the entirety of 2023. For the first time in 15 years, the value of new villas has exceeded that of condominiums, driven primarily by robust demand from Russian buyers. Phattarachai Taweewong, director of the research department at property consultancy Colliers Thailand,…
- Business News
Turbulence ahead: Thai pilots unhappy over foreign job wet lease plan
The Thai Pilots Association expressed significant concerns regarding the potential liberalisation of pilot jobs for foreigners through wet lease agreements for domestic routes. This move, they argue, could risk another red flag from the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO). Several stakeholders, including the Department of Employment, the association, the Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand, and an airline that requested the…
- Business News
Temu’s impact on Thailand’s e-commerce market remains uncertain
Chinese e-commerce giant Temu‘s potential to impact the e-commerce market in Thailand and the region remains uncertain, according to market analytics firm Cube Asia. Sellers may need to brace for another price war if Temu sustains strong incentives and a low-price strategy, similar to the shifts seen with Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop focusing on profitability. Simon Torring, co-founder of…
- Crime News
Cutting argument: Woman chops dad’s hand over rice and magic
A shocking incident occurred today in Udon Thani, where a woman attacked her father with a large knife, severing his hand from the wrist. The altercation reportedly stemmed from the father’s insistence that she cooks rice daily and accusations of him practicing black magic. Officers from the Mueang Udon Thani Police Station received an emergency call about the incident at…
- Crime News
Thai woman arrested for call centre scam, money laundering
A 25 year old woman was arrested at Ayutthaya Railway Station for her involvement in a call centre scam linked to money laundering. She faces three arrest warrants for fraud and deception, with victims scammed into transferring money. Police Major General Worawat Watnakornbancha directed Police Colonel Phumipat Phattharasriwongchai and Deputy Police Colonel Bancha Srisuk to apprehend Sirivan following a warrant issued…
- Crime News
Police dismantle illegal Internet tower near King’s Romans Casino
Police and telecommunication officials dismantled a large signal tower used for illegal Internet transmission across the Mekong River to the King’s Romans area. The operation, conducted yesterday, September 3, involved Cyber Police Chief Worawat Watnakornbancha, along with officers from the 4th Cyber Police Division and regional telecommunication officials, acting on a search warrant issued by the Chiang Rai Provincial Court…
- Thailand News
Farmer swept away by floodwaters found dead in northern Thailand
A Thai farmer attempting to inspect floodwaters in his fields was swept away by a strong current, disappearing before the eyes of local villagers. After an extensive search, his body was found, though his motorcycle remains missing. Police officer Piyapan Piansaad received a report yesterday, September 3, at 11am about a man swept away by floodwaters near the Mae Sanga…
- Road deaths
Three dead in Kanchanaphisek Road multi-vehicle collision
A tragic multi-vehicle collision on Kanchanaphisek Road resulted in three fatalities and multiple injuries early today. The incident involved an 18-wheeler truck, a lorry carrying flour, a black Toyota Fortuner, and a white Toyota pickup truck. At around 2.30am, police received a report about a serious accident with several casualties at kilometre marker 7+600 on Kanchanaphisek Road, heading towards Bang…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Heavy rain forecasted across Thailand with flash flood warnings
Heavy rain is forecasted across nearly all of Thailand, with 42 provinces, including Bangkok and its surrounding areas, expected to face severe weather. The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) warns of flash floods, overflowing waterways, and high sea waves over 3 metres. TMD issued a 24-hour weather forecast, starting from 5am today, September 4, predicting heavy rainfall in the lower northern…
- Road deaths
Teenage boy killed in tragic motorcycle accident in Chachoengsao
A tragic accident involving a car and a motorcycle claimed the life of a 16 year old boy in Chachoengsao. The incident occurred at 9pm yesterday, September 3, on Route 304, with conflicting accounts from those involved and captured footage revealing the truth. Police Lieutenant Decharit Srikacha from Bang Khla Police Station received a report of a fatal collision between…
- Thailand News
Puppies’ plight: Abandoned dog family found taped and in distress
A heart-wrenching incident in Saraburi saw a mother dog and her nine puppies cruelly abandoned by the roadside, with the mother’s mouth and eyes taped shut. This act of animal cruelty has sparked widespread condemnation. Amuwat Phothong, a Facebook user, shared photos and a video of the distressed animals. “The person who did this is very cruel and heartless. I…
- Thailand News
Reel shocker: Fisherman hooks a body in Udon Thani canal
A man in Udon Thani experienced a shocking discovery while trying out his new fishing rod. He found a dead body floating in a drainage canal, prompting police to investigate the cause of death. Police in Udon Thani are investigating the discovery of a decomposed body found in a drainage canal near a housing community in Nong Bua. The body,…
- Thailand News
Flooding at Chai Nat farm endangers over 30 ostriches
Heavy rain from morning until evening led to a flood at Khongphop Farm in Chai Nat, affecting various animals, including over 30 ostriches. Provincial livestock officials and quarantine officers scrambled to rescue the animals, facing challenges from the frightened ostriches. Continuous downpours for more than four hours yesterday, September 2, caused flash floods at Khongphop Farm, located in Moo 4,…
- Crime News
Ratchaburi man arrested for art toy fraud and military evasion
Officers from the Phetkasem Police Station apprehended a man from Ratchaburi who had been evading military service and was wanted on fraud charges. The individual had been tricking people into buying art toys via a fake Facebook page, resulting in significant financial losses for the victims. The suspect has been handed over to Pak Tho Police Station for further legal…
- Road deaths
Pickup truck accident in Phrae leaves 14 injured, one critical
A dramatic accident involving a pickup truck carrying workers home nearly resulted in multiple fatalities in Phrae. Fourteen individuals sustained injuries, with one in critical condition, and were swiftly transported to the hospital for urgent medical attention. Police Lieutenant Sri Phrai Satchanaraphan of Phrae City Police Station received a report of a pickup truck colliding with a utility pole on…
- Crime News
Cyber police arrest agent who defrauded actors of 10 million baht
Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) officer apprehended a fraudulent modelling agent who deceived aspiring actors into transferring more than 10 million baht, promising them roles alongside famous artists. Victims were lured into transferring money on multiple occasions, with one individual alone losing over 8 million baht in 42 transactions. On July 31, numerous victims reported the scam to CCIB chief Chatpandakant…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya gas station worker fired over knife threat in fuel dispute
A gas station employee in Pattaya has been dismissed after a viral video showed him threatening a customer with a knife during an argument over an overfilled gas tank. A video was widely shared on social media, depicting a gas station worker brandishing a knife at a customer following a dispute over a minor overcharge for refuelling. The incident sparked…
- Crime News
Teenagers kill cherished Amazonian snakehead fish in Chanthaburi
Three teenagers, all around 15 years old, were caught after killing an Amazonian snakehead fish at an LPG gas station in Chanthaburi province. The owner, shocked by the act, expressed sadness over the loss of the fish, which he had raised for 17 years. The incident occurred around 3am yesterday, September 2, when the teenagers arrived on two motorcycles at…
- Crime News
Sorry for the heist: Buriram burglar leaves apology after shop break-ins
Police arrested an apologetic man who broke into several shops in Buriram to steal money and mobile phones, before leaving an apology note for his crimes. The suspect, 31 year old Witawat, confessed he needed the money to support his family. Yesterday, September 2, Police Colonel Jamras Siriliang from Buriram City Police Station led Witawat to reenact his crimes after…
- Thailand News
6 year old girl drowns after being thrown into pond by grandfather
A six year old girl tragically drowned after being thrown into a pond by her grandfather in Bueng Kan. Police are investigating the incident which occurred yesterday, September 2. Officers from Pong Hai Police Station in Bueng Kan province responded to a report of a young girl’s body found drowned in Bung Chaiwan pond, located in Ban Nong Teen Phuak, Nam…
- Thailand News
Eighth death in Bangkok methanol poisoning crisis
The eighth victim of the deadly methanol poisoning cluster has died, with five others still on ventilators. This latest casualty was in critical condition from the moment of hospitalisation yesterday, September 2. The situation was reported by the Department of Medical Services and the Department of Disease Control, Ministry of Public Health, revealing a total of 44 patients affected by…
- Crime News
Thai police suspend eight officers over online gambling probe
The Royal Thai Police (RTP) chief has signed an order to temporarily remove eight close aides of former Police General Surachate Hakparn, better known as Big Joke, from their positions, pending a serious disciplinary investigation related to an online gambling case. National Police Chief Police General Torsak Sukwimol issued the directive yesterday, September 2, appointing an investigation committee to look into…
- Crime News
Man kills grandmother with hoe and knife in Bueng Kan
A 47 year old man, identified as Som, attacked his grandmother with a hoe and a knife, leading to her death in front of their home. Neighbours subdued him before police arrived, and he was taken to the hospital for injuries. Police in Sri Wilai district, Bueng Kan province, responded to an emergency call reporting a violent incident involving an…
- Crime News
Cyber police arrest loan shark in Nakhon Si Thammarat
Cyber police raided and arrested a loan shark in Nakhon Si Thammarat who charged exorbitant interest rates of 10% per month and accepted vehicles and firearms as collateral. The suspect confessed. Today, September 1, Worawat Watnakornbancha, the head of the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau, directed Phumipat Phattharasriwongchai, the commander of Division 5, along with deputy commander Bancha Srisuk and chief…
- Thailand News
Man attacks ex-girlfriend in Suan Luang before having seizure
A violent altercation occurred when a man attacked his ex-girlfriend outside a mansion in Suan Luang, before succumbing to seizures. Both were rushed to the hospital by police, who are now preparing to press charges. Police Colonel Surapong Putkao of the Pravet Police Station reported that yesterday, August 31, around 5pm, officers received a report of an assault involving a…
- Crime News
Thai police seize 66 million baht in anti-drug operation
Thai police intensified their crackdown on drug trafficking in the northern region, launching Operation Cut the Fire at the Start to dismantle two significant methamphetamine networks, arrest four individuals, and seize assets worth 66 million baht. The collaborative effort involved the Office of the Narcotics Control Board (ONCB), military, police, and civilian forces, along with the Attorney General’s Office. They…
- Thailand News
Flash floods collapse 300-metre road section in Sukhothai
Flash floods and the Yom River have severely damaged a road in Wang Yai, Sukhothai, causing a 300-metre section to collapse and submerging thousands of acres of farmland. Officials are actively working to provide assistance. The flooding situation in Sukhothai has seen some areas beginning to improve, with water levels in the Yom River receding slightly. However, residents of Moo…
- Crime News
Teenagers rob friends on Phra Pok Klao Bridge at gunpoint
Nine local teenagers on motorcycles confronted a group of five friends sitting on Phra Pok Klao Bridge in Thonburi, Bangkok, demanding their shoes and other belongings at gunpoint. The incident occurred around 4am yesterday, August 31. Five friends were relaxing near the stairs of Phra Pok Klao Bridge on Prachatipok Road when a group of nine teenagers arrived on three…
- Crime News
Triple murder shocks Prachuap Khiri Khan community
A brutal triple murder in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province has left a community in shock. A pregnant woman, her daughter, and her husband were found murdered in separate locations. Police believe the motive was robbery. Police received a report at 10.30am yesterday about the discovery of the bodies of a 38 year old pregnant woman and her seven year old…
