- Thailand News
Teen found dead in Bangkok flat, boyfriend arrested
Last week, on December 1, police from Khanna Yao station received a report from 58 year old Saiyon (surname withheld), who requested an investigation at a flat in the Eua Arthorn Koobon 27 building in Tha Raeng, Bang Khen district, Bangkok. This was part of a complex Bangkok incident that drew significant attention. Upon arrival, Saiyon informed the police that…
- Thailand News
French man arrested for rape as police targets illegal activities on Koh Phangan
Special Operations Unit officers in Surat Thani have arrested a French man involved in a rape case, apprehending him at a residence on Koh Phangan. Simultaneously, two Latvian women were caught operating an illegal hotel on the same island. Today, on December 7, Police Major General Suwat Suksri, Surat Thani Provincial Police Commander, along with Deputy Commanders Police Colonel Paisan…
- Tourism News
Patong roads close for Phuket Carnival parade on December 19
Patong Municipality has advised residents and visitors to steer clear of the main roads at the southern end of Patong and Thaweewong Road, also known as Patong Beach Road, on the evening of December 19. This request is due to the annual parade of the ‘Phuket Carnival‘ marking the official start of the tourism high season. The parade is scheduled…
- Thailand News
Taxi driver arrested in Pathum Thani with meth pills worth 200 million baht
In Pathum Thani, a significant drug bust led to the arrest of a taxi driver. He was transporting a massive haul of methamphetamine pills. Yesterday, on December 6, at the Pathum Thani Provincial Police Headquarters, Police Lieutenant General Wathana Yeejeen, alongside other officials, announced the capture of 35 year old Peekorn. He was found with 6,756,000 methamphetamine pills valued at…
- Thailand News
Thai airports to verify baggage scales ahead of holiday travel
Mallika Chiraphanwanit, the Deputy Minister of Transport, has directed the Department of Airports to collaborate with local agencies to inspect the accuracy of luggage weighing scales at airports under its jurisdiction. This initiative aims to reassure passengers ahead of the new year period. Yesterday, on December 6, Mallika Chiraphanwanit instructed airports under the Department of Airports (DOA) to work with…
- Pattaya News
Foreign motorcyclist critically injured in Pattaya-area high-speed curve crash
A foreign man, believed to be in his mid-20s, sustained severe injuries in a motorcycle accident early Friday morning, December 5. The accident occurred when he lost control on a sharp curve and collided with an electricity pole at around 6.20am on the Huay Yai Phrom–Na Phrao Road, near Soi Lung Term. CCTV footage revealed the man was travelling at…
- Thailand News
Thai military warns Myanmar after shells injure civilians in Tak
The Chief of Defence Forces has cautioned that strict actions will be taken after artillery shells from Myanmar injured civilians in Tak province. General Ukrit Boontanon reported that artillery rounds from ongoing clashes between Myanmar’s government troops and ethnic armed groups landed in Mae Sot district, Tak, on Saturday. The cross-border conflict involved significant gunfire and artillery shelling, with some…
- Thailand News
Fitness coach Po admits to child discipline incident, offers apology
Fitness coach Po, known for his popular page, has publicly addressed allegations of child assault, admitting to his actions and expressing regret. He confirmed using only a fingertip to lightly discipline the child and is prepared to take responsibility for his actions. The incident, which occurred on November 30 at 4.30pm, involved Coach Po engaging with two boys by a…
