Nattapong Westwood

Nattapong Westwood is a Bangkok-born writer who is half Thai and half Aussie. He studied in an international school in Bangkok and then pursued journalism studies in Melbourne. Nattapong began his career as a freelance writer before joining Thaiger. His passion for news writing fuels his dedication to the craft, as he consistently strives to deliver engaging content to his audience.
  • Thailand NewsShoreline showdown: Pattaya beach brawl leaves teens injured, one ‘leg’-ally shot

    Shoreline showdown: Pattaya beach brawl leaves teens injured, one ‘leg’-ally shot

    A beachside brawl in Pattaya on Saturday night left multiple teenagers injured, one of whom was shot in the leg. The incident, which unnerved tourists, involved two rival groups. The authorities have since been pursuing both parties involved. Today, A 19 year old boy Thitipong, also known as Mag Baanchang, turned himself into Pattaya City Police Station. He brought with…

  • Thailand NewsUnexpected encore: Concert takes a dive as boat sinks at Amphawa Floating Market (video)

    Unexpected encore: Concert takes a dive as boat sinks at Amphawa Floating Market (video)

    A concert held at the Amphawa Floating Market in Samut Songkhram province took an unexpected turn when a boat sank mid-show. Thanks to quick reactions, no injuries were reported from the incident that took place today. The startling event was captured by TikTok user @anntiviruss and has since garnered widespread attention. The Amphawa Floating Market, a popular tourist destination, played…

  • Crime NewsHit and run in Trat leaves 15 year old boy dead

    Hit and run in Trat leaves 15 year old boy dead

    A fatal hit-and-run collision involving a car and a motorcycle resulted in the death of a 15 year old boy in Trat, Thailand. The car, believed to be a white Isuzu pickup, fled the scene leaving the damaged motorcycle and the lifeless body of the young rider on the road. The hit-and-run incident took place today, on the Rai Pa-Dan…

  • Thailand NewsChild drowning tragedy: 11 year old boy loses life in Khon Kaen Pond

    Child drowning tragedy: 11 year old boy loses life in Khon Kaen Pond

    An 11 year old boy tragically drowned while playing with friends in a local pond in Nong Hin village, Mueang, Khon Kaen. The group of four were rowing a plastic boat when it suddenly capsized, leading to the fatal child drowning incident. The three other children managed to escape unharmed. The victim, a Year 5 student from Ban Nong Hin…

  • Road deathsFalling tamarind tree kills driver, severely injures wife in Khon Kaen

    Falling tamarind tree kills driver, severely injures wife in Khon Kaen

    A 62 year old man cutting a tamarind tree, located just 5 metres from the road, caused it to topple over and crush a passing pickup truck. The male driver was killed instantly, while his wife was severely injured. Subsequently, the man was charged with manslaughter. This incident occurred yesterday, as reported by Deputy Superintendent of Investigation Nitchapon Natkittisupacha from…

  • Thailand NewsChumphon highway crash claims three lives, investigation ongoing

    Chumphon highway crash claims three lives, investigation ongoing

    A disturbing road accident involving several vehicles occurred on Asia Highway 41, Chumphon province, Thailand, leading to serious injuries and multiple fatalities. The incident was reported at 11pm yesterday, near kilometre markers 26-27 in Korn Sub-district, Sawi District. The crash site was a chaotic scene, with a blue Toyota Revo pickup truck, licence plate 9307 Phetchaburi, transporting vegetables capsized and…

  • Thailand NewsElectric shock: Thai resident uncovers neighbour’s electricity theft causing spike in bills

    Electric shock: Thai resident uncovers neighbour’s electricity theft causing spike in bills

    A resident named Anon, also known as Kee, was surprised to receive an unusually high electricity bill. Concerned about this, they contacted the Thai Electricity Authority to investigate the matter. The investigation uncovered a shocking revelation – Anon’s neighbour had been stealing electricity by connecting their house directly to Anon’s electric meter. This unauthorized connection led to a spike in Anon’s…

  • Crime NewsDrug trafficking: Woman caught with 5 million baht worth of drugs disguised as a tourist

    Drug trafficking: Woman caught with 5 million baht worth of drugs disguised as a tourist

    A woman from Phetchaburi, known as Ae Rai Rhon Khon, was apprehended today, while disguised as a tourist and transporting drugs in a passenger van. Authorities seized nearly 50,000 methamphetamine pills as she prepared to enter Kanchanaburi. The arrest followed a tip-off about a drug trafficking operation from a neighbouring country into Thailand. Ae Rai Rhon Khon was seen acting…

  • Thailand NewsBlogger Framsook Lek Lek wins online harassment case, receives 35,000 baht and public apology

    Blogger Framsook Lek Lek wins online harassment case, receives 35,000 baht and public apology

    A well-known blogger, known as Framsook Lek Lek, recently took legal action against an individual who used her images to bully her online. Framsook, who regularly shares posts on her blog page, was alerted by a follower of an instance where her beach photos had been shared in a group with derogatory comments. Initially, she contemplated responding but instead opted…

  • Thailand NewsStinking situation: Thai community fights factory stench, faces relocation woes

    Stinking situation: Thai community fights factory stench, faces relocation woes

    For years, the residents of the Ban Thammarat community in Prachuap Khiri Khan have been tormented by the foul odour emitted by the wastewater from a local rubber factory. Despite their pleas for regular inspections and serious action towards wastewater management, the issue remains unresolved, forcing some to relocate. The community, located in Area 5, has long complained about the…

  • Crime NewsOnline fraudster arrested after six year chase, 6 million baht embezzlement unveiled

    Online fraudster arrested after six year chase, 6 million baht embezzlement unveiled

    A high-profile online fraudster who falsified her educational qualifications to secure high-level positions in large companies, and stole assets worth over 6 million baht, has been arrested after more than six years on the run. The arrest, which occurred yesterday, was made in the Bang Chak district of Phra Khanong, Bangkok. The 37 year old fraudster, Chicha Chaiyasit, was found…

  • Crime NewsDomestic violence: Northern Thai man shoots brother-in-law amid jealous rage

    Domestic violence: Northern Thai man shoots brother-in-law amid jealous rage

    A brutal violent act of jealousy unfolded in Nong Khai’s Tha Bo district today when a 28 year old man invaded his estranged wife’s home and shot her 56 year old brother, six times. The man, Palm, tracked his 40 year old wife, Bee (pseudonym), to the residence of her brother Wirat and shot him with a .22 calibre gun,…

  • Crime NewsSongkhla shooting: 67 year old man fatally shot, motorcycle and gun stolen

    Songkhla shooting: 67 year old man fatally shot, motorcycle and gun stolen

    In a brutal act of violence, a 67 year old man was shot and killed last night in his home in Songkhla, Thailand. The perpetrator swiftly fled the scene, stealing the victim’s gun and motorcycle. Police are meticulously investigating the case, which they believe was driven by a long-standing grudge. The deceased, identified as Arun, a 67 year old local,…

  • Crime NewsBangkok man arrested amid drug trafficking and firearm charges

    Bangkok man arrested amid drug trafficking and firearm charges

    Officers from the Ratchaburi Police Station, including Police Lieutenant Wacharaphon Suwananuwong, Deputy Inspector Thanaphon Thanaphakorn, and Police Lieutenant Tawich Petchamphorn, recently apprehended a 32 year old man involved in drug trafficking. The arrest of the man, Sittichok, also known as Mayd, took place in his condominium room located in Pracha Uthit Soi 33, Bang Mod, Thung Khru, Bangkok. Sithadsion of…

  • Crime NewsFugitive murder suspect nabbed after 15 years hiding as grilled meatball vendor in northeast Thailand

    Fugitive murder suspect nabbed after 15 years hiding as grilled meatball vendor in northeast Thailand

    A fugitive murder suspect, who had been on the run for 15 years, was arrested in Surin province for a murder case dating back to 2008. The suspect Preecha, who had been operating a grilled meatball stall while in hiding, was apprehended at his residence in Sri Khoraphum district, Surin, on orders from the Provincial Police Region 5. The case…

  • Thailand NewsParking dispute: Thai TikTok user exposes obstructive neighbour

    Parking dispute: Thai TikTok user exposes obstructive neighbour

    A Thai TikTok user exposed an ongoing feud over a neighbour blocking access to his home, even during emergencies. The parking dispute situation has escalated to such a point that even when his sick mother needed to visit the doctor, they had to wait for the neighbour to move their car. The TikTok user, @goldenhens1688, revealed the obstructive parking of…

  • Crime NewsLights out: Dispute over leaving light on ends in tragic shooting in Trang

    Lights out: Dispute over leaving light on ends in tragic shooting in Trang

    A heated dispute over leaving a light on resulted in a fatal shooting incident in Trang, Thailand. A 61 year old man named Udom was reportedly shot by his 24 year old adopted son, Kritsada Chunglok, after a confrontation in their home yesterday. The scene was promptly attended by officials from the Huai Yot Police Station, forensic experts from Trang…

  • Crime NewsTemple rampage: Knife-wielding man threatens novices, injures officer

    Temple rampage: Knife-wielding man threatens novices, injures officer

    A 39 year old man went on a temple rampage wielding a knife and threatening to attack three novices. Upon receiving the report, a team of voluntary police officers rushed to the scene, with one officer sustaining injuries in the process. Upon reaching the temple rampage scene, located at Wat Pa Somanat Santayaram in Nong Khon Kwang, a 63 year…

  • Crime NewsStabbing incident: Meth user fatally attacks friend over drug theft in Patthalung

    Stabbing incident: Meth user fatally attacks friend over drug theft in Patthalung

    A 21 year old man, high on eight methamphetamine pills, committed a brutal stabbing attack on his friend, inflicting 13 wounds that led to his death. The stabbing incident occurred yesterday and was promptly investigated by the local police who used CCTV footage to quickly apprehend the suspect. Officer Soros Chanapan, of Khao Chaison Police Station, Patthalung province, was informed…

  • Thailand NewsSwift response tackles major fire behind Prawet Police Station

    Swift response tackles major fire behind Prawet Police Station

    A devastating fire rapidly spread through a residential area behind the Prawet Police Station, causing significant damage to the investigation department’s office. The incident took place at 8.44pm yesterday, as reported by Yuttakan Suwanpong, Deputy Investigation Officer at the Prawet Police Station. Two fire engines from the Prawet district, along with several local volunteers, immediately responded to the Prawet fire…

  • World NewsInternational motorcycle gang and Indonesian drug syndicate nabbed in Thailand crackdown

    International motorcycle gang and Indonesian drug syndicate nabbed in Thailand crackdown

    An international motorcycle gang and a major Indonesian drug gang, both of whom had fled to Thailand, have been apprehended in a sweeping operation by the Thai Immigration Bureau (IB). The series of arrests also included the capture of a notorious human trafficking network operating in the Sa Kaeo province. The Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police, Police Lieutenant…

  • China NewsTrumped up: Asian elephant sleuth uncovers opium stash in Chinese forest, gains ‘secret agent’ status (video)

    Trumped up: Asian elephant sleuth uncovers opium stash in Chinese forest, gains ‘secret agent’ status (video)

    An Asian elephant turned detective sniffing out a stash of opium hidden in the undergrowth of a forest in the southwestern province of Yunnan, China. The event was captured in a video that has since made waves on the Chinese social media platform, Weibo, earning the elephant the title of a secret agent in China’s ongoing battle against drug trafficking.…

  • Phuket NewsNarrow escape at sea: Quick action prevents speedboat disaster off Phuket’s coast

    Narrow escape at sea: Quick action prevents speedboat disaster off Phuket’s coast

    A near-drowning incident involving five individuals on a speedboat off the coast of Maithon Island, Phuket, was averted by swift action from local authorities. The vessel was in danger of capsizing due to water ingress but was successfully brought ashore at Chalong Bay, with all passengers safe. An investigation into the cause of the incident is underway. The alarming news…

  • Crime NewsThai Cyber Police arrest man selling millions of personal data, evading bank regulations for large transactions

    Thai Cyber Police arrest man selling millions of personal data, evading bank regulations for large transactions

    A recent crackdown by Thai Cyber Police led to the arrest of a 24 year old Bangkok man selling the personal data of 15 million individuals. This information was obtained from the customer base of a well-known supplement brand and a grey business group. The suspect, who was apprehended from his residence in Thawi Watthana District, Bangkok also offered software…

  • Thailand NewsKaraoke chaos: Scout’s dishonour as bar’s Girl Scout-themed staff raises eyebrows

    Karaoke chaos: Scout’s dishonour as bar’s Girl Scout-themed staff raises eyebrows

    A karaoke bar in the Sattahip district of Chon Buri province has come under public scrutiny after images of its staff dressed as Girl Scouts surfaced online. The incident, which was initially justified as a birthday theme, sparked widespread criticism, prompting the individuals involved to apologise to the public and vow that such an event would not happen again. The…

  • Thailand NewsSevere weather warning issued for Thailand: Expect heavy rain and potential flash floods

    Severe weather warning issued for Thailand: Expect heavy rain and potential flash floods

    The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a severe weather warning for the entire country today, with heavy rain and thunderstorms expected in 32 provinces. Bangkok could see a chance of 70% rainfall from the afternoon till dusk, posing a potential risk of flash floods. The department also advises boat operators to exercise caution, especially in the Andaman Sea and Gulf…

  • Thailand NewsTeenager dies in high-speed motorbike crash on Chon Buri’s new tourist bridge

    Teenager dies in high-speed motorbike crash on Chon Buri’s new tourist bridge

    An 18 year old young man tragically lost his life in a motorbike crash on the new Chon Buri Bridge, a popular tourist spot in Chon Buri province. The accident occurred at 11.30pm yesterday, when his motorbike hit a speed bump, causing him to lose control and crash. The young man, identified as Theerawat, was visiting the bridge for the…

  • Road deathsFatal accident: Mother killed, son injured after motorcycle collision with two pickup trucks in northeast Thailand

    Fatal accident: Mother killed, son injured after motorcycle collision with two pickup trucks in northeast Thailand

    A tragic accident occurred today when a mother swerved her motorcycle to avoid a car, collided with the back of a pickup truck, and was subsequently hit by another in northeast Thailand. She was dragged under the vehicle and killed on the spot. Her 10 year old son, who was riding a pillion, was thrown off and seriously injured. Assistant…

  • World NewsCanine rescue: UK police sober up intoxicated owner at Wolverhampton station

    Canine rescue: UK police sober up intoxicated owner at Wolverhampton station

    A local police team in the UK promptly intervened to safeguard a dog from its intoxicated owner at a Wolverhampton railway station. According to the BBC, the British Transport Police (BTP) received an emergency report from the station, raising concerns about a young woman who appeared heavily intoxicated and seemed unable to adequately care for her dog. As part of…

  • Thailand NewsCrematorium accident: Lieutenant crashes car into temple sparking panic

    Crematorium accident: Lieutenant crashes car into temple sparking panic

    A shocking accident occurred at a crematorium in Ratchaburi when an 86 year old retired lieutenant drove his car straight into the facility, causing havoc among the villagers. The incident occurred yesterday, around 9pm at the Wimon Makaram temple in Pak Tho district. The scene of the crematorium accident revealed a bronze Toyota car, with a Ratchaburi registration number, lodged against…