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Pak Chong tragedy: Nephew murders uncle over insult feud
A horrific family dispute in the Pak Chong district of the northeast Nakhon Ratchasima province ended in tragedy as a 31 year old man fatally shot his 57 year old uncle. Police took several hours to interrogate the suspect under arrest. They managed to get a confession out of him, eventually revealing a grudge sparked by the victim’s insulting words.…
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Child abuse victim’s baby buried in field: Police probe Mukdahan tragedy
A distressing story has come to light as a baby born out of child sexual abuse died. The baby’s mother was a 12 year old girl who was allegedly abused by her father. This case reached its chilling climax when the baby was seen buried unceremoniously in a field by relatives, sparking suspicion regarding the cause of death. Police in…
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Infidelity accusation leads to armed dispute at Trat bus depot
A public transportation hub in the southern Trat province was the scene of a standoff that escalated dangerously. A 34 year old man, accused by his spouse of infidelity, allegedly threatened her with a .38 firearm. The situation was resolved when police quickly interceded, apprehending the suspect and securing the weapon before disagreements could take a tragic turn. At around 9.30am…
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Ex-cop wanted in vehicle theft of Kanchanaburi soy milk vendor: More suspects sought
A Thai court issued a warrant for the arrest of an ex-policeman, now identified as one of the alleged perpetrators in a violent vehicle theft. The victim of the attack is a local 25 year old soy milk vendor who was tasered and abducted but ultimately managed to escape his assailants. The incident occurred at around 6.40pm yesterday. Police Major…
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Bangkok luxury homes raided in 300 million baht fraud search featuring ‘Crypto King’
A massive operation launched by Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB), dubbed The Hunt for the Crypto King Ep:3, led to the raid of two luxury homes in central Bangkok. Taking place today, the operation was conducted under the authority of police officials including Assistant Division Commander Amnaj Traipoj and his team. The undertaking resulted in the confiscation of possessions and…
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Jealous boyfriend’s brutal assault leads to girlfriend’s death in Saraburi rental room
Police yesterday captured a violently jealous boyfriend after he allegedly killed his 24 year old girlfriend in a rental room in Saraburi. The man confessed to the police, suggesting his girlfriend had too many male admirers, which sparked his jealousy. The violent incident took place in a single-storey rental room in the central Saraburi province. An investigation revealed that the…
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2 fake cops taser and rob victim in western Thailand
Two fake police cops remain at large after they tasered a Thai man, stole his pickup, mobile phone, and 3,000 in stolen cash from the victim in western Thailand. A picture of a shirtless man surrounded by police officers was shared on social media with a caption warning netizens to beware of the fake police officers in question. The victim…
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Heartwarming twist: Water park owner forgives thieves, offers job instead
The owner of Aloha Water Park in the Isaan province of Sakon Nakhon displayed heartwarming humanity to withdraw a complaint against a couple who stole from him and offered them a job. A security camera captured the moment when a 29 year old Thai named Sarawut stole food from a shop at the Aloha Water Park on July 4 while…
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Bodyguard of MFP leader Pita hits a snag: Criminal past uncovered
The bodyguard of Move Forward Party (MFP) leader Pita Limjaroenrat has been suspended from duty after Thai netizens discovered he has a criminal past. He was jailed in 2011 for kidnapping someone for ransom. The bodyguard in question, Sisuriyen Sikamonpakdee, became the talk of Thai social media because of his dedication to protecting Pita wherever the politician went. However, netizens…
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Chiang Mai court convicts dog killer: A justice victory for popular campus pet
In Chiang Mai, a man who killed a beloved dog has been sentenced to six months in prison for animal cruelty. The dog was known as Thia Mor Chor, a short-legged, popular fellow among students. Watchdog Thailand, an animal rights organisation, announced the verdict yesterday, signalling justice for Thia, whose name means shorty. The late Thia was an adored fixture…
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Scammers use fake social media accounts of luxury hotels to swindle money
A luxury hotel nestled within the picturesque landscapes of Khao Yai National Park in Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand, became the unsuspecting target of a cunning hotel scam that left more than 40 victims in its wake. Fraudsters hatched a plan by creating a fake social media account for the esteemed MYS Khao Yai Hotel, deceiving unsuspecting guests and luring them…
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Massive Hat Yai raid seizes 5,000+ illicit cigarette packs, 2 arrested
A major raid took place today in southern Thailand, where police, Songkhla administrative officials, and officers from the Excise Office raided a large illicit cigarette shop. The officials seized a considerable amount of contraband alongside a hefty sum of cash. The incident took place in the city of Hat Yai in Songkhla province. The operation was headed by Chavakij Suwankiri,…
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Nakhon Ratchasima schoolboy fatally stabs peer in jealousy-fuelled dispute
In a tragic incident, a Year 8 student fatally assaulted his Year 10 schoolmate, reportedly due to jealousy, at a prominent school in Pimai district, Nakhon Ratchasima province, Thailand. The assailant, who did not flee the scene, surrendered to police following the unfortunate event. The incident unfolded as A, a 14 year old student, stabbed 15 year old B with…
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Phuket couple held with thousands of meth pills and illegal firearm
In the early hours of yesterday, a man and woman were apprehended in Phuket, Thailand, after they were discovered to be in possession of 27,000 Yaba pills, an illegal form of methamphetamine, and over 900 grams of ya ice, a form of crystal meth. The duo, namely 39 year old Wirawong “Nueng’ Noichan,” who is a resident of Prabaramee Road,…
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Whistleblower’s deadly game: Ex-Thai League referee commits foul murder in Pattaya
A horrifying scene played out yesterday when a former Thai League football referee took a woman’s life in a brutal murder before succumbing to self-inflicted wounds in Pattaya. The gruesome murder incident transpired at a three-storey lodging establishment, featuring a café and shophouse, situated along the Jomtien Beach Road in the Banglamung district of Chon Buri. The heated event transpired…
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Chumphon durian farmer fatally shot: Locals feared regular gunfire
Police are on the hunt for a gunman who shot dead a 63 year old durian farm owner in his backyard. Locals reported frequent gunfire from the victim’s farm, causing anxiety amidst fears of stray shots. The incident occurred at around 4.30pm today when the police received a report of a fatal shooting in a durian orchard in southern Thailand.…
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Former monk arrested for 10 million baht fraud through online religious artefact shop
Police arrested a former monk for defrauding people of over 10 million baht through his online religious artefact shop. His illicit proceeds were used for everyday needs, online gambling, and to rent accommodation for hiding. The arrest occurred near a bustling night market in the Phang Khon district of the northeast Sakon Nakhon province. Warakorn Kongu-tit, a 46 year old…
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Undocumented foreign workers caught in East Thailand: Illegal entry attempt foiled
Police in Chanthaburi, East Thailand, apprehended six undocumented foreign workers attempting to enter the country illegally. This action took place amid a nationwide crackdown in response to a directive by the Ministry of Labour, allowing for the registration of foreign labourers in the country. The apprehended individuals were caught following a high-speed pursuit. Under the command of Superintendent Khemarin Phitsamai…
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Buriram Highway Police crack down on driver using deceptive number plate sticker
A 45 year old man landed himself in hot water with highway police in Thailand’s northeast Buriram province after attempting to foil them with a deceptive tactic. He attempted to dodge speeding tickets by putting a sticker over his vehicle’s number plate, leading the traffic police on a convoluted hunt. The bizarre case began with a Mercedes-Benz owner filing a…
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Pattaya cops cracking down on teen violence
Pattaya cops are cracking down on teen violence after a series of late-night brawls. In the most recent incident on the city’s streets, two youngsters were shot while riding a motorbike on Wednesday night. Police have now caught several suspects from the incident, which occurred near the Sukhumvit Pattaya Karn Chang garage in the Naklua sub-district of Chon Buri’s Bang…
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Tyre-rifying mishap: Pickup truck reverses over 5 year old, leaves tyre marks on his back
In a distressing incident in the northern province of Chaing Rai, a pickup truck reversed over a five year old boy, leaving tyre marks on the young victim’s back. The incident took place on Monday, July 17, at approximately 4.30pm when 54 year old Aryo Wuimae drove his pickup into Mae Yao Wittaya School premises to pick up his child.…
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Prachinburi teens narrowly escape sexual assault plot after dinner invitation from male friend
In a shocking incident, two young women were caught in a devious sexual assault plot planned by an acquaintance who lured them with a dinner invitation. Following their meal, he led them to a rental room with intentions of sexual assault. However, demonstrating remarkable courage, the women managed to resist the assault and fled from the scene, subsequently seeking help.…
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Phuket police seize 40,000 baht drug haul and arrest high-profile peddlers
In a significant anti-drug operation, Phuket Provincial Police have apprehended two notable drug peddlers known by their aliases Ming Samkong and Care Paniang. The areas of Samkong and Soi Paniang, famous points in the vicinity of Phuket Town and into Ratsada, act as their monikers’ inspiration. The arrests took place on Wednesday in a successful raid spearheaded by Pol. Lt.…
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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…
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Masked rider gang’s loan sharks left FIN-ancially busted as ECD rides in for arrests
Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) officers arrested five loan sharks from the Masked Rider Gang for attacking debtors and demanding extortionate interest rates of 400% per year. The arrests were made following a complaint by a debtor in June of this year when he was attacked by loan sharks at his condominium. He explained that he borrowed the money from…
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Drug bust: Chon Buri police arrest two ‘deal’-ightful suspects
Chon Buri Police apprehended and detained two men suspected of illicit drug dealing in the Banglamung district. The arrest unfolded on Monday afternoon, July 17, after residents tipped off the police about suspicious activities happening in their tranquil community. An intriguing piece of information shared by an anonymous person hinted at the presence of a Thai man who was allegedly…
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Cyber police summon 2 Thai influencers in crackdown on gambling promotion
The Thai Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) summoned two notable Thai influencers who have been connected with illegal online gambling. According to reports today, Police Lieutenant General Vorawat Watnakrobunsa, from the CCIB ordered a probing of different social media platforms for evidence of illicit online gambling. Initial findings revealed that some influencers have been using their high follower counts to…
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Bad hair day: Jordanian barber busted for illegally trimmed tourist trade in Phuket
Police officers yesterday arrested a Jordanian national for operating unlawfully as a barber, primarily serving foreign tourists, in Phuket. The arrest occurred in the popular beach resort town of Patong. The news regarding the man’s illegal activities came to light through digital news platforms and was later confirmed by the Patong Police. The media has been vigilant, reporting instances of…
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Early morning teen violence shocks Pattaya with gunshots and explosives
Pattaya was roused in the early hours of this morning by an incident of teen violence erupting onto the streets. The shocking incident took place at 4am today near the Sukhumvit Pattaya Karn Chang garage in the Naklua sub-district of Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district. A group of adolescents took to guns and explosives to settle disputes. Two Thai men…
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Nonthaburi clash over cruel joke triggers shocking gunfire: Three injured
A cruel joke resulted in shocking gunfire, with a total of seven shots fired and three people injured. The incident took place around 10pm yesterday, in front of Building 85 in the Euar Arthorn 2 Project area, in the Pak Kret district of Nonthaburi, Thailand. The scene of the incident revealed a littering of bullet casings, six in total, along…
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