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Las Vegas: Horrific campus carnage strikes University of Nevada, leaving 3 dead
At the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, US, three lives were taken and another was left fighting for survival in a campus shooting. The assailant is also confirmed dead, adding another grim chapter to America’s struggle with gun violence. Yesterday, December 6, gunshots were heard through the campus of the University of Nevada. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department gave…
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Pattaya: Infant found dead in rubbish bin shocks community
An infant, estimated to be around six to eight months old, was found dead in a rubbish bin located on Soi Thappraya 5, Pattaya. This chilling discovery took place on Tuesday morning, December 5. The infant was found carefully wrapped in a black shirt, and a brown and red towel, and placed inside a plastic bag, which bore the ominous…
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Drunk Thai man stabs 7-Eleven worker for refusing to sell alcohol after hours
Police used a stun gun to subdue a drunk Thai man after he stabbed a 7-Eleven convenience store worker with a pair of scissors in the central province of Lop Buri because the victim refused to sell him alcohol. The incident occurred at a 7-Eleven store next to the Lop Buri Provincial Police Office on Phra Piya Road in the…
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Taiwanese man arrested for animal smuggling at Bangkok airport
Officers from Suvarnabhumi Animal Quarantine at Suvarnabhumi International Airport in Bangkok arrested a Taiwanese man for animal smuggling yesterday, December 5. Suvarnabhumi Animal Quarantine chief Phakkapong Phathong said officers received a report of a suspicious Taiwanese man at 9.05am that day. Officers suspected that the 22 year old Taiwanese man was concealing live animals in his clothing when he passed…
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Singaporean duo’s slam dunk scandal: Basketball match fixing duo hits the court
A 30 year old Singaporean man found himself facing an eight-month jail term for his involvement in match fixing basketball matches in Thailand. The scandalous case, unravelling in the heart of the Singaporean sports scene, involves illicit bets, secret Facebook conversations, and a plot to rig matches in the Thailand Basketball League (TBL). Poh Wei Hao and Koa Wei Quan,…
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Bark and brawl: 2 families engage in physical altercation after conflict over dog pee (video)
Two families living in the Yannawa district of Bangkok engaged in a physical bout of fisticuffs after a pet dog peed on a car. Two Thai women named Ya and Phat shared footage of the brawl with the non-profit organisation Saimai Survive of Ya being physically assaulted by a neighbour called Pop at 9pm on November 29. Ya and Phat…
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Lao woman’s harrowing experience with Thai taxi driver in Bangkok
Officers from Bang Kruai Police Station in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok arrested an illegal Thai taxi driver for sexually harassing and overcharging a Lao woman. The driver denied he sexually harassed the woman, stating that he was just teasing the passenger. The Lao victim, 19 year old Phouangmalay Keovilay, and her older brother filed a complaint against a Thai taxi…
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Northeast Thailand: Woman fatally stabbed during Ngiew celebration in Khon Kaen
A shocking incident unfolded at a festive event in the Phon District of Khon Kaen when a woman was fatally stabbed by an unknown assailant. The incident occurred in the early hours of today, December 6, during the Ngiew celebration, a traditional festive event. The fatally stabbed woman suffered from severe injuries, succumbing to the wounds later in the hospital.…
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Iranian boxer allegedly steals over 20 million baht assets from Burmese woman in Bangkok
A Burmese woman filed a complaint against an Iranian boxer accusing him of stealing more than 20 million baht from her condominium in Bangkok before fleeing Thailand. The victim’s brother accompanied his 25 year old younger sister, Nang Mwe Hlaing, to file the complaint at Phra Khanong Police Station yesterday, December 4. The brother revealed that the Iranian man, 21…
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Missing Thai man found dead, questions raised over link to unidentified woman
A Thai mother found the body of her missing son by a roadside forest along the Sattahip-Nakhon Ratchasima Road in Chon Buri province. The plot thickens, however, as queries have emerged regarding a potential connection to the body of an unidentified Thai woman discovered just 2 kilometres away from the dead man. On Sunday, December 3, officers from Huay Yai…
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Roi Et: Pickup truck’s fatal crash was fatigue-induced
A fatal crash involving a pickup truck occurred yesterday on Route 202, in Suwannaphum District, Roi Et Province, where a family was travelling back from a relative’s ordination ceremony. The 51 year old driver, Suriya, who was behind the wheel of the pickup truck, briefly fell asleep, which resulted in a fatal accident that claimed the life of his 72…
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Chaowalit Thongduang: Thailand asserts active extradition treaty with Indonesia
Thailand‘s Office of the Attorney-General (OAG) asserted yesterday, December 5, that the country has an active extradition treaty with Indonesia. This announcement arrived in light of an unverified report suggesting that notorious fugitive Chaowalit Thongduang, also known as Sia Paeng, might have escaped to the Southeast Asian country. Prayuth Phetkhun, the OAG spokesperson, clarified that the attorney-general possesses the authority…
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Thai prime minister: Army anti-drug efforts on Myanmar border
Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin directed the army to intensify its efforts to curb illicit drug smuggling along the Myanmar frontier. The directive was issued yesterday, December 5, during a meeting with the army chief, General Songwit Noonpackdee. The prime minister specifically emphasised the importance of the military’s collaboration with the police in executing this task. PM Srettha also stressed the…
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Indian tourist assaulted in Pattaya over parking misunderstanding
The bustling seaside resort of Pattaya was recently the setting for an unfortunate incident involving an Indian tourist assaulted by a local motorbike taxi driver. The Indian visitor, Somnath Saha, fell victim to a physical assault, allegedly perpetrated by the taxi driver. The conflict began when the 39 year old Indian tourist parked his motorbike in a spot the local…
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Certainties of life: Death, taxes, and ladyboys robbing Indian men of gold in Pattaya
There are several certainties guaranteed in life, death and taxes, US interference in other countries’ foreign policies, and ladyboys in Pattaya robbing Indian men ostentatiously flaunting their gold. In the vibrant streets of Pattaya, where the night unfolds with many unexpected tales, a recent incident involving a pickpocketing ladyboy added another chapter to ladyboys in Pattaya robbing Indian men of…
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Reckless truck driver leads Thai police on a high-speed chase
A death-defying high-speed chase unfolded yesterday on the bustling Kanchanaphisek Expressway Road in Phra Pradaeng, Samut Prakan. At around 3.30pm, December 4, Thailand Traffic Police found themselves in hot pursuit of a truck that had evaded their stop and had proceeded to recklessly cause damage to over 20 vehicles. The chase ended in four police officers sustaining injuries. Officers from…
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Kanchanaburi police hunt for murderer who taunts cops with Facebook riddle
Police in Kanchanaburi are racing against time to apprehend a brutal murderer who allegedly shot a transgender woman dead in an apparent robbery. The suspect, obviously a fan of serial killer movies, then audaciously taunted authorities and friends of the victim by using her stolen phone to post a chilling riddle on her Facebook account asking, “Do you know who…
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Rayong woman arrested for alleged minor sex trade and drug distribution
Unfolding in the heart of Rayong, a woman suspected of operating a minor sex trade and drug distribution network has surrendered to the police. This dramatic event unfolded yesterday, December 4, rooted in allegations from two teenage victims who had reached out to a local Facebook page, Zoom Rayong, claiming they had been held captive and exploited in a house…
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Major drug bust in Thailand seizes 2 tonnes of meth bound for Philippines and Australia
In a major drug bust, authorities last night apprehended 13 suspects and confiscated 2 tonnes of crystal methamphetamine from a large tugboat in Chachoengsao’s Bang Pakong district. The narcotics, believed to be headed for the Philippines and Australia, were discovered during a late-night search operation by marine and narcotics suppression police. As law enforcement officers arrived, several individuals attempted to…
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Arrest made in Chon Buri domestic violence case involving firearm threats to wife and child
In the Khao Mai Kaeo region of Thailand’s Chon Buri province, a 53 year old man was arrested following a domestic violence incident involving his wife and child and a firearm. The alarming event unfolded in a rental room within the Ban Phu Sai Village, Khao Mai Kaeo sub-district, Banglamung district, at approximately 7pm on December 3. The police were…
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Transgender woman brutally murdered in Kanchanaburi: Robbery suspected
A brutal murder has shocked the local community in Kanchanaburi province, where a 38-year-old transgender woman was found dead in her bedroom, shot through the head. Her missing assets suggest a robbery, with the victim’s father pleading for assistance to find the ruthless murderer, who is believed to be an acquaintance. Police captain Mana Samranwong, along with investigation officers from…
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Beefy business gone bad: Police probe 75 tonnes of rotten meat at local markets
An investigation into the sale of approximately 75 tonnes of rotting beef at local markets has been requested of the police. This action has been prompted by Atchariya Ruangratanapong, a crime probe activist, who has called on the Central Investigation Bureau to take legal steps against two shipping firms and five senior officials from the Livestock Development Department. It is…
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Lesson learned: Thailand issues recruitment scam alert for assistant teacher gigs
Education officials in Thailand urged people to be wary of potential scams linked to the recruitment of assistant teacher positions. This warning comes after the Office of the Civil Service Commission (OCSC) received complaints about attempts to extract benefits from the special selection process for assistant teachers. The OCSC is currently refining the selection criteria, aiming for transparency, fairness, and…
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Bang Rak arrest: Mysterious man nabbed near old house, Bangkok police crack down on disturbance
An unidentified man was arrested last night in the vicinity of an old house in the Bang Rak district by Bangkok police following reports of a disturbance. The man, who was causing a commotion and brandishing an axe, was taken into custody without incident. Despite the unsettling scene, no illegal items were found on the man’s person. On December 3,…
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Violent brawl erupts at Thai nightclub, nine injured
A violent altercation erupted among more than ten Thai youths at an entertainment venue in the Paknam sub-district, Samut Prakan province, on December 2. The incident, which took place near “The Moon” nightclub on Phraeksa Road in the Mueang district, resulted in nine individuals sustaining injuries. The confrontation started around half-past midnight when two groups of young men started an…
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Italian national brutally killed in Khlong Luang following neighbour dispute
A tragic incident unfolded in a village in Khlong Luang, Pathum Thani on Saturday when an Italian national was discovered dead following a brutal assault with an iron pipe. The police in Khlong Luang were alerted to the crime and promptly initiated an investigation. The deceased was identified as a 50 year old Italian man named Milazzo Gianluca. An 80-centimetre…
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Chilling cassava discovery: Unidentified woman’s body unearthed near Huay Yai highway
A chilling discovery surfaced in Chon Buri province when an unidentified woman’s body was found in a cassava plantation near Highway 331 Sattahip-Nakhon Ratchasima in Huay Yai. The body was discovered on Saturday, December 2, hidden approximately 50 metres into the jungle from the main road. The age of the victim is estimated to be between 35 and 40 years…
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Steve Galster roars: Let’s trade wildlife for a pandemic-free world
Steve Galster, the founder and CEO of the anti-trafficking organisation Freeland, has advocated for the complete eradication of illegal and legal wildlife trade to avert the possibility of the next pandemic. He highlighted that Thailand, with its superior infrastructure, has been a longstanding hub for such activities, facilitating the movement of wildlife trade from source countries like Africa and Indonesia…
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Philippines: Mindanao University Sunday mass terror attack
A peaceful Sunday mass at Mindanao State University, Marawi, Philippines, turned into a nightmare as a bomb ripped through the congregation, leaving at least three dead and seven injured. As worshippers gathered for their regular Sunday mass service at Mindanao State University’s gymnasium in Marawi, the tranquillity was shattered by a bomb blast. Regional police Chief Allan Nobleza disclosed that…
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Update: Luxury gambling den busted in Nonthaburi – 49 arrested, owner denied bail
In the heart of Ngamwongwan, Nonthaburi, a luxury gambling den concealed within a hotel was recently exposed, leading to the capture of 49 individuals, comprising gamblers and employees alike. This took place on November 30 and was a significant operation spearheaded by Rattanathibet police officers. Officers immediately began the process of questioning the suspects, subsequently pressing charges against them. Following…
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