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Man arrested in Chon Buri for assaulting teen met online
A man was apprehended for sexually assaulting a 14 year old boy he befriended through an online game. The suspect, a 43 year old identified as Niphai, was arrested in Chon Buri yesterday, June 15, after evading capture following the incident. Police Major General Theerachat Theerachatthamrong directed the operation, leading to Niphai’s arrest under a warrant from the Roi Et…
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New guidelines allow vehicle seizure for drunk drivers, expert supports
The Office of the Attorney-General’s recent guidelines on drunk driving, allowing courts to seize offenders’ vehicles, have gained support from an academic, aiming to deter repeated violations. Pokpong Srisanit, dean of the Faculty of Law at Thammasat University, endorsed the guidelines, highlighting that drunk driving demonstrates a blatant disregard for public safety, warranting potential asset forfeiture. He explained that in…
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Thailand and Cambodia make conflicting announcements after boundary meeting
Thailand and Cambodia made conflicting announcements following the Joint Boundary Commission (JBC) meeting held in Phnom Penh, Cambodia, yesterday, June 15. Tensions between the two nations flared on May 28 in the disputed border area known as Chon Bok in Thailand and the Emerald Triangle in Cambodia. Military forces from both sides briefly clashed, with the confrontation lasting around half…
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Surin motel scandal: infidelity leads to chaotic confrontation
In Surin province, a dramatic confrontation unfolded at a motel involving a local administrative organisation leader, his wife, and the husband of a woman he was allegedly having an affair with. The two spouses collaborated to track down their partners after suspecting infidelity. The altercation, captured in a video, escalated when the wife of the local administrative organisation leader used…
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Thailand’s 157 billion baht stimulus budget pending approval
The government’s economic stimulus budget of 157 billion baht is pending final approval this month, while funding requests from various ministries have exceeded 400 billion baht. There is concern over transparency and the economic impact of these proposals, with fears that some projects might serve electoral or specific group interests. The Commerce Ministry requested a budget of 3 billion baht,…
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Khon Kaen police bust illegal kratom party with minors
Police in Khon Kaen raided a kratom party in the city centre, where they discovered numerous children and teenagers gathered. Officers questioned the young people and coordinated with parents to pick them up. The shop owner now faces two serious charges. Yesterday, June 15, Police Colonel Yotsawat Kaewsuebthannit, chief of Mueang Khon Kaen Police Station, alongside Deputy Superintendent Police Lieutenant…
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Manhunt for suspect in Khon Kaen child assault case
Police are actively searching for a man who allegedly lured a 10 year old girl with the promise of buying snacks before assaulting her in a forested area in Khon Kaen province. The incident, reported by the girl’s mother, occurred during the night of June 15. The investigative team from the Mueang Khon Kaen Police Station has been dispatched to…
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Thailand braces for heavy rain across 27 provinces
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a weather forecast for today, June 16, naming 27 provinces, including Bangkok, as areas expected to experience heavy rain. Rain is projected to affect 40% of Bangkok, with warnings issued about potential hazards from accumulated rainfall. In the upcoming 24 hours, upper Thailand is anticipated to witness heavy downpours in some areas, while…
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Cyber police dismantle Pattaya gambling network with 9 million baht flow
Yesterday, June 14, cyber police dismantled a significant online gambling network known as FAST24H in Pattaya. The operation revealed a monthly circulation of over 9 million baht. Police Major General Trirong Phiewphan ordered the raid, which resulted in the arrest of two people. Police Major General Trirong Phiewphan, together with Police Major General Kritchat Bumrungrattanayot and other officials, led the…
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Illegal bar raid in Nakhon Nayok uncovers sex trafficking ring
Yesterday, June 14, police from the Anti-Trafficking in Persons Division raided an illegal bar in Mueang district, Nakhon Nayok province. The establishment, managed by 45 year old Apirak and 43 year old Malaitip from Laos, was allegedly involved in sex trafficking, employing both Thai and Laotian women. Police Colonel Songkrod Koekritaya led the operation, instructing Police Lieutenant Colonel Warit Pathumarak…
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Ice cream vendor shooting in Prachinburi leaves woman injured
A shooting incident involving competing ice cream vendors occurred in Prachinburi’s Kabin Buri district, leaving a female vendor seriously injured. The suspect fled the scene, prompting police to launch a search operation to apprehend him. The incident took place at 8.30pm yesterday, June 14, when Police Lieutenant Colonel Thirawat Yeamon, an investigator at Kabin Buri Police Station, was alerted by…
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Chiang Rai man arrested for alleged assault attempts on women
A 27 year old man in Chiang Rai has been arrested for allegedly attempting to assault several women, including a 23 year old nurse, by forcing her off the road with his motorcycle. Fortunately, a passerby intervened. Police suspect multiple victims and urge them to come forward. Yesterday, June 14 at 5.30pm, at the Mueang Chiang Rai Police Station, Police…
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Illegal frozen chicken operation uncovered in Nakhon Pathom
On June 14, police and livestock officials discovered 15 tonnes of frozen chicken illegally repackaged with a major brand’s trademark in Nakhon Pathom. The operation violated trademark laws and misled consumers by using non-standard packaging. Police Major General Pattanasak Bupphasuwan directed the operation, which was coordinated by Police Colonel Thanathat Sripipat and Police Lieutenant Chumroon Khama, alongside Warakorn Chitlang, the…
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Gold shop employee arrested for 300,000 baht theft
Police apprehended a temporary employee at a gold shop in the Wang Burapha area after she allegedly stole gold weighing 6 baht, valued at 300,000 baht, and disappeared. The incident occurred today, June 15, with the suspect being captured three days later. According to Police Lieutenant General Siam Boonsom, the Metropolitan Police Bureau Commissioner, and Police Major General Napasin Poolsawat,…
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Tragic accident: toddler dies in Nakhon Pathom motorbike fall
A tragic accident occurred in Nakhon Pathom when a 14-month-old Burmese girl died after falling from a motorbike and being run over by a truck. The incident happened on June 13 on Thawil Phatthana Road, Mueang district. Police and medical personnel from Nakhon Pathom Hospital responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found the young girl deceased on the road…
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Mass motorcycle crash near Don Mueang Airport injures three
In the early hours of today, June 15, a motorcycle accident involving over 50 riders took place on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road near Don Mueang Airport in Bangkok. The incident left one person seriously injured and two others with minor injuries. Police from Vibhavadi station and volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation arrived at the scene around 2am to assess the situation.…
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Heavy rain forecast in northern and southern Thailand
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted that heavy rain is expected in two regions tomorrow, with a 70% likelihood due to the landfall of Typhoon Vutip. This has resulted in a moderate southwest monsoon affecting Thailand. Northern Thailand will experience heavy rainfall in some areas, while the south will see thunderstorms in certain parts. Residents in northern Thailand are…
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Phichit governor probes school insurance scam at children centre
The governor of Phichit province in northern Thailand has ordered an investigation into an insurance fraud case involving a supposed agent deceiving parents at schools and child development centres. The parents were led to believe they had secured accident insurance for their children, but the money was never forwarded to the insurance company. This came to light following an incident…
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Pattaya gold robber arrested after daring heist in Lamphun
A 47 year old man has been arrested in Pattaya today following a swift investigation into a daring gold robbery in Lamphun province. The heist, which saw a suspect steal two gold necklaces worth over 500,000 baht, was solved thanks to the tireless efforts of Chon Buri Provincial Police. “The suspect was tracked down to a shopping mall in Central…
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Russian woman arrested in Phuket for illegal medical practice
Phuket’s tourist police have detained a 33 year old Russian woman for practising medicine without a licence. She allegedly offered injectable treatments to both Thais and foreigners across Phuket, promoting her services online. Police Colonel Narapon Wattanakorntawee, commander of the Tourist Police Division 3, instructed investigators to apprehend the Russian national, Viktoriia Freimark. The arrest followed complaints received by Police…
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Cambodian rush at Sa Kaeo border amid closure fears
The permanent Ban Klong Luek Border Crossing in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, experienced congestion as many Cambodians hurried back to their country fearing a sudden border closure. Sa Kaeo Governor Parinya Phothisat visited the site to observe the situation and assured that the border will not close. Yesterday, June 13, a large number of Cambodians formed long queues at…
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Airline service charges set to rise at 6 Thai airports this October
In a move that will impact passengers at six key airports, the Department of Airports (DoA) has announced an increase in passenger service charges (PSC) for both domestic and international departures. Starting October 1, the domestic charge will rise from 50 baht to 75 baht per person, while the international charge will jump from 400 baht to 425 baht per…
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PM Paetongtarn calls for proactive diplomacy to boost economy
In a bold call for action, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has urged Thai diplomats around the world to take a more proactive approach to support the country’s economy, navigate shifting global dynamics, and maintain peace in the region. Speaking at the closing ceremony of the 2025 annual meeting of Thai heads of missions in Bangkok, Paetongtarn outlined clear strategies for…
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SAO collapse: Final suspect turns himself in for prosecution
The investigation into the catastrophic collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) building has taken a dramatic turn, with the final suspect in the case now facing prosecution. Chinese national Wu Bing Lin, also known by the Thai name Chanchai Rungrotthanacharoen, turned himself in to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) on Thursday, June 12, marking a significant step in…
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Indian man quizzed after bomb scare on Phuket flight
A 52 year old Indian man was arrested for questioning after a bomb threat forced an Air India flight to make an emergency landing at Phuket International Airport yesterday morning. The alarming incident triggered a swift security response, with 156 passengers onboard caught in the tense drama. The flight, AI 379, was en route from Phuket to Delhi when, around…
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Let it rain: Heavy downpours to drench Thailand
Thailand’s Meteorological Department (TMD) has forecasted heavy rainfall for today across 44 provinces, with the northeast and eastern regions expecting the heaviest downpours. Residents are urged to anticipate potential flash floods and forest runoffs, especially in hilly areas and low-lying regions. Heavy rains are predicted for the northeast and east. Rain is expected in 51 provinces, with a 60% chance…
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Thai government backs new AI law to boost investment
The government has expressed readiness to endorse the current draft of principles for the artificial intelligence (AI) law, aiming to ensure uniform regulations for AI developers and service providers. The principles are designed to foster rather than deter investment. These principles address safety standards for AI systems, data management for AI development, and risk levels concerning personal data. Wisit Wisitsora-at,…
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Flying truck wheel strikes car and injures doctor in Udon Thani
A Thai female doctor sustained minor injuries after a wheel detached from a truck and struck her car on a road in the Isaan province of Udon Thani yesterday, June 12. Officers from Mueang Udon Thani Police Station coordinated with a rescue team to assist the 44 year old doctor, identified only as Eng, on the Friendship Highway. Eng told…
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Major disruptions as Krungthai, GSB, SCB announce maintenance
Millions of customers across Thailand are bracing for significant service interruptions as three of the country’s biggest banks – Krungthai, Government Savings Bank (GSB), and Siam Commercial Bank (SCB) – prepare for extensive system maintenance. The planned outages will affect online banking, ATMs, mobile applications, and payment services, leaving many customers scrambling to complete transactions ahead of the disruptions. Krungthai…
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How Thailand’s new traffic fines are playing out?
Now that some time has passed since the Royal Thai Police (RTP) formalised their list of new traffic fines and sanctions, in effect since June 1, 2025, it would be an understatement to say that this change has done much to quench the scepticism of the public. The core of the new fines are the motorcycle helmet laws and operating…
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