- Crime News
Phone scam: 400,000 baht stolen using face recognition and hacking, former Bangkok MP aids victim
Former Bangkok MP Patcharin Sumsiripong accompanied a woman who was tricked by fraudsters claiming to be land officials raiding her phone. They managed to take her money by gaining her trust using accurate data before she realised that her money had been transferred to another account. This phone scam took place yesterday, when Patcharin escorted the swindled woman, Yaowalak, to…
- Thailand News
Buriram residents bewildered by backdated water bills up to 9 years old
In Thailand’s northeast province of Buriram, inhabitants of Ban Dan district are left in confusion as they are being billed for water usage dating back six to nine years. Appearing across each village, these bills have sparked controversy, with municipality staff explaining that the payment must be collected. The complaints escalated as residents within the Ban Dan area, in some…
- Crime News
Thai court officer fined 500 baht and sentenced for charging journalist for parking
A security officer previously stationed at a civil court building in Bangkok has been sentenced to one month in prison and fined 500 baht (US$15) for abusing his position by coercing money from a female journalist for parking. It’s the first time he’s been convicted, with the sentence suspended for a year. The report comes following an incident on July…
- World News
Bizarre wall reveals decomposing body in Parisian suburb flat as owner returns from vacation
A chilling discovery was made recently in an apartment in Livry-Gargan, a northeastern suburb of Paris, France. A 1.5-metre long, 40-centimetre wide, and 1-metre high wall mysteriously erected in the middle of the kitchen revealed a decomposed body wrapped in heavily sealed plastic, hidden within its confines. The apartment owner was returning from a six-month holiday in Algeria when she encountered…
- Thailand News
Uncaring boss berates employee for Covid-19 sick leave
A compelling online controversy has ignited following an exchange of conversation between a female employee who requested sick leave because of Covid-19 and her uncompassionate boss. This incident, disclosed by TikTok user lilich_pch in a video clip, has amassed substantial attention across the Internet. @lilich_pch♬ เสียงต้นฉบับ – Fraremn In the shared video, lilich_pch reveals a chat message conversation with her…
- World News
Four suspects arrested over grand theft of ancient Celtic gold coins in Germany worth over 60 million baht
In a significant operation in Germany that buzzed the archaeological sphere, four suspects tied to the grand theft of ancient Celtic gold coins from a museum in Manching, Bavaria were arrested recently. The treasure trove, a more than 2000 year old cache, consisted of hundreds of coins valued at about 1.6 million euros or over 60 million baht. The audacious…
- Chiang Mai News
San Mahaphon chairman found after mysterious 4-day disappearance in forest
The chairman of San Mahaphon Municipality Council, located in Chiang Mai province, has been located after mysteriously disappearing for four days. He was found today in a forest nearly 5 kilometres from where he disappeared. He went missing from home without a trace from July 17 onward. According to family members, he had crossed the Mae Faek dam and a…
- Chiang Mai News
Illegal logging crackdown: Two men arrested and valuable timber seized in Chiang Mai park
In a continuous crackdown on illegal logging, officials from Sri Lanna National Park in Chiang Mai arrested two men and seized valuable processed timber. It is part of broader efforts to deal with crimes against forest resources and wildlife. Additionally, a hunt is underway for four other men allegedly involved in the illegal activities. The order for this intensified action…
- World News
Explosion rocks Johannesburg: 41 injured, cars tossed as main road ruptures in suspected gas blast
Johannesburg yesterday was shaken by an explosion, disrupting a central part of the city located in the northern region of South Africa. The blast caused a significant rupture on a main tarmac road, and several vehicles, including a mini-bus, were hurled by the blast’s force. A reported 41 people were injured due to the incident. Emergency services initially suggested that…
- Road deaths
Myanmar labourers killed in Tak road crash: Illegal worker transportation suspected
A severe road accident in the northern Tak province claimed the lives of five labourers from Myanmar and left 12 others wounded. The crash took place at Tak main city junction on Phahonyothin Road today at 4am. The collision was between a six-wheeled Isuzu truck, registration 74-4144 Samut Prakan, and a Toyota pickup truck with the registration plate บล4295 Kamphaeng…
- Thailand News
Son and wife deny assault on mother despite CCTV evidence
An alleged robbery and assault committed by a son and his spouse have shocked a municipality in Ratchaburi province, leaving a mother seriously injured. The pair, identified as Warayut and Laoangdao (surnames withheld), were taken into custody. However, they vehemently denied the assault and participation in the brutal crime, despite the abundance of incriminating evidence. The events unfolded today in…
- Thailand Weather Updates
Monsoon causes storm surge across Thailand with high risk of flash floods: 36 provinces on alert
The Thai Meteorological Department issued a warning for severe thunderstorms and floods impacting 36 provinces across Thailand due to the monsoons. Citizens are urged to remain alert to the risks of flash floods. The department forecasts such weather patterns to continue for the next 24 hours. The north and the northeastern regions are experiencing a trough of the monsoon passing over them,…
- Thailand News
Thai tragedy: Fake cops’ brutal attack claims a life
A Thai man lost his life in a brutal targeted attack by two fake cops. The victim, aged 52, was killed at his home after being shot four times. The crime happened in Phetchabun province around 6.30pm, on July 19. Saichon Pumpuang, the investigative officer from Dong Khoi Police Station in Phetchabun province, promptly received the news of a male…
- Transport News
Derailment of cement-laden train near Bangkok causes transport chaos
A train derailment caused havoc with a train crashing into a signal tower, and blocking essential transport routes in the eastern province of Chachoengsao, east of Bangkok. The incident unfolded at approximately 2.40am today. The enquiry was led by Kritsata Soamorm, a patrol officer from Mueang Chachoengsao Police Station. The scene was a picture of chaos: A blue-branded diesel train,…
- World News
Malaysian barber loses 450,000 baht after cash scattered along highway
A man found himself in an unexpected and unfortunate predicament recently when he inadvertently left nearly half a million baht in cash in the boot of his car, which blew away in the wind. This compelling story was shared on social media by an individual requesting help for the 24 year old man, who lost the money when the boot…
- Crime News
Ex-airman confesses to Bangkok murder amidst pending charges for wife’s killing
A former air force serviceman confessed to police today that he had murdered his friend in Bangkok. The murder took place yesterday in a rented house. It was revealed that he previously faced charges for killing his wife and was awaiting a sentence for the crime. The victim, 37 year old Pronanan, was found last night with his throat slit…
- Crime News
Thailand rattled as TikTok unveils woman shot over motorcycle noise, assailant released on bail
A shocking revelation has caused widespread concern, as a Thai TikTok user shared her mother‘s harrowing experience of being shot by a neighbour, who was allegedly agitated by the noise of her motorcycle. The incident, which resulted in serious injuries to the victim, prompted a barrage of outcry in the online community. @palployyyy🙂♬ เสียงต้นฉบับ – Praeploy🧚🏻♀️ In a video posted…
- Crime News
Fraudster posing as Mirror Foundation officer to solicit funds arrested in Rayong
In a significant development, police apprehended a woman known as “the quack teacher.” The suspect falsely claimed to be an officer of the Mirror Foundation, a social development foundation. The woman claimed to be capable of enrolment into voluntary teaching services across the schools in the northeast of Thailand. She swindled schools into raising funds for construction and solicited money…
- Road deaths
Motorcycle-sedan collision claims life of security guard in road tragedy
A security guard at a private firm was killed in a motorcycle-sedan crash in a road tragedy during the early hours of this morning. The accident also resulted in a nine year old boy, who was a passenger in the sedan, being injured. The accident took place at roughly 8.30am on the 3063, a main highway linking the districts of…
- Road deaths
Southern Thailand calamity: Lorry crash kills retired school director, triggers village blackout
A lorry plunged into a house and hit a retired school director who was out for a walk, causing fatal injuries, in a village in southern Thailand. The mishap also caused damage to a residence and a high-voltage power pole and left three motorcycles damaged. Lieutenant Bundit Prasert, deputy investigator of Betong Police Station, today rushed to the scene at…
- Thailand News
Final suspect in Thai counterfeit bond scam apprehended by OIG
The Office of Inspector General (OIG) apprehended the final suspect involved in a counterfeit bond scheme. The gang collaborated with fraudulent money-lenders to deceive prominent owners of guesthouse businesses, by soliciting payment for the approval of large loans. This culminated in the arrest of 64 year old man yesterday under the charge of currency counterfeiting. The arrested individual, Thanakrit, is…
- Crime News
Thai woman detained over fraudulent number plates and illegal cigarettes haul
The Highway Police detained a Thai woman over fraudulent number plates attached to her vehicle. This follows a report from a man who received a speeding ticket, despite never having driven in the area where the offence was allegedly committed. After an investigation by the police, the suspect was tracked down. The search also revealed an additional case with numerous…
- World News
Wake and ache: Chinese tour guide’s rude awakening sparks backlash among dozing tourists
A tour guide in China’s southwestern city of Lijiang has drawn sharp criticism for waking a sleeping tourist on a bus, an incident seen as disrespectful towards travellers. The unidentified woman tourist, who was visiting the region as part of a weekend tour on July 9, was roused from her slumber on the bus by the Chinese tour guide, stirring…
- South Thailand News
Storm hits Trang, uprooted tree traps bedridden woman in her home
As storms lashed the district of Kantang in the southern Trang province last night, emergency services were called to rescue a 78 year old bedridden woman and her family. The disastrous weather resulted in a 100 year old banyan tree falling on their residence and trapping them inside. The rescue operation was coordinated with local authorities under the leadership of…
- Road deaths
Ayutthaya farmer dies in motorcycle crash a week after recovering from previous accident
A farmer‘s late-night return trip ended in tragedy when his motorcycle swerved off the road and collided with a tree. It was revealed that the farmer had just recovered from an accident that had broken his leg the previous week. The incident occurred in Thailand’s central Ayutthaya province. At around 12.30am today, officer Parada Tantirungruang and the rescue team of Puthaisawan…
- Crime News
Religious fraud: Police crackdown on Thai online racket dealing in bogus artefacts
In a recent development regarding religious fraud artefact dealings, Thai police apprehended a member of an online racket. This syndicate, formerly led by a notable monk connoisseur branded as Pete Tha Prachan, had been noted for tricking unsuspecting victims into leasing Buddha statues and religious amulets, only to disappear without delivering the promised goods. Thai law enforcement investigators, under the…
- World News
Tourists on alert as dingoes attack woman on Australia’s K’gari island
A chilling episode unfolded on Australia‘s island of K’gari, as a 24 year old woman experienced the fear and trauma of being chased and attacked by a pack of dingoes. K’gari is the world’s largest sand island, located in the state of Queensland. The unfortunate incident yesterday prompted the Australian authorities to issue warnings to tourists on the island regarding their…
- World News
French woman faces charges after disfiguring husband’s genitalia in drunken row over infidelity
In an alcohol-fuelled bout of domestic violence, a French woman savagely disfigured her 45 year old husband’s genitalia during a heated argument. The altercation took place near the French city of Toulouse, in the southwestern village of Portet-sur-Garonne. The altercation was over allegations of infidelity at a party the previous night. The 36 year old wife and her husband were…
- Crime News
Kalasin Police officers suspended over drug-planting allegations and extortion claim
A woman lodged a police complaint accusing five officers of entering her room at a resort in Kalasin in northeast Thailand and attempting to plant drugs. She alleged they then bundled her into a car and demanded 50,000 baht for her release. The case is being handled, with two of the accused officers from the provincial force and the other…
- Thailand News
TikTok community touched by Thai nurse’s singing for bedridden woman (video)
A heartwarming moment has been captured in a TikTok video posted by user miwwytip10, showing a 26 year old nurse from the Community Health Promotion Hospital in Lam Plai Mat, Buriram province, who visits a 75 year old bedridden grandmother in her house. She was seen singing to the ailing woman to comfort her, prompting an outpour of appreciation from…
