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Thai teacher accused of striking boy’s penis with steel ruler
A Thai mother exposed the cruel behaviour of a teacher in the central province of Prachin Buri who allegedly struck her three year old son’s penis with a steel ruler causing severe injury. The mother contacted several Thai news agencies to publicise her son’s story and seek appropriate punishment for the accused teacher. Channel 7 interviewed the family on December 12 and…
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Thaksin joins daughter Paetongtarn on Pheu Thai train to Hua Hin
In a scene worthy of a political drama, former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra made a grand entrance as he joined his daughter, Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, on a luxury train journey to Hua Hin. The trip, organised for Pheu Thai MPs and ministers, marked a rare public appearance for the controversial patriarch amidst ongoing investigations. Thaksin boarded the Royal…
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Pooch walk turns pricey: Russian tourist robbed in Pattaya park
A routine morning dog walk turned into a nightmare for a Russian tourist in Pattaya after brazen thieves snatched her valuables and fled into the early dawn. Pattaya police were called to a small park near Jomtien Second Road today at 5.30am, today, December 13, following reports of a foreigner being robbed. Kalishenko, a 33 year old Russian national, recounted…
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Busted: Police nab drug queenpin in Phuket
Kamala Police scored a major victory in their war on drugs, arresting a 35 year old woman described as a central figure in a sprawling drug distribution network. Marina Prabphet, also known as Ja Lek or Teua Lek, was apprehended at her residence in Village 8, Ban Phru Samphan, Thepkrasattri subdistrict, on Wednesday, December 11. The dramatic bust, part of…
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Police crack down on illegal forest farming in Lampang
Thai police launched CIB Crush Influence, an operation targeting investors exploiting forest lands, but the main suspects managed to escape. However, they discovered a couple illegally farming corn in the forests of Mae Mo, Lampang province, and have taken legal action against them. The operation was ordered by Jiraphop Bhuridej, head of the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), and involved police…
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Father killed in motorbike crash with parked truck in Phatthalung
A devastating accident in Phatthalung province claimed the life of a 47 year old father who was hurrying home on his motorcycle with bread for his children. The incident occurred when he collided with the back of a pickup truck loaded with rubberwood logs. Suphat Khunnui, a deputy inspector at Mueang Phatthalung Police Station, was alerted to a fatal collision…
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Southern Thai man finally receives 10,000 baht government aid
A man from southern Thailand was overjoyed when the Bank for Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC) branch in Loei province finally tracked him down to ensure he received the government aid of 10,000 baht. The initiative was part of a final effort by the bank to help vulnerable groups secure their due benefits before the deadline. BAAC in Loei took…
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Thai minibus driver rapes passenger after tricking her into lucky ritual
A Thai minibus driver raped a female passenger after tricking her into performing a ritual for good fortune, and then abducting her to a hotel in Pattaya. The victim filed a complaint against the minibus driver, Mueang, at Na Jomtien Police Station following the sexual assault on October 10. The incident occurred while the victim was travelling in Mueang’s minibus…
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Ex-boxer arrested in Bangkok for violent revenge attack
A well-known ex-boxer and his group of friends were arrested for abducting and assaulting a rival in a violent act of revenge. The incident involved shooting and stabbing, leaving the victim seriously injured, and was sparked by a dispute over a friend’s girlfriend. Police, led by Montri Teskan, ordered the arrest of 23 year old Parinya in Bangkok. The arrest…
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Phuket noise dispute turns violent with two injured in gunfire
A noise complaint at a rental property in Phuket Town erupted into violence, resulting in injuries to both the landlord and tenant after a gun was discharged during a scuffle. The incident unfolded yesterday, December 12, drawing attention to the ongoing tensions between the two parties. Phuket City police responded to the disturbance on Phatthanakan Soi 2 around 5pm, yesterday,…
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Thai thief returns stolen motorcycle to police station, motive unclear
A Thai man stole motorcycles belonging to locals in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima and later parked them outside a police station. His motive remains unclear. The owner of a grocery store in the Sikhio district of Nakhon Ratchasima province shared CCTV footage of the suspect, who stole his sidecar motorcycle, with Channel 7 yesterday, December 12. In the…
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Man shoots mother-in-law in Phuket bar after verbal abuse
A tragic incident unfolded in Koh Kaew, Phuket, when a 27 year old man shot his mother-in-law in a well-known bar and restaurant. The event occurred last night, with the suspect later surrendering to the police. The altercation, which led to the shooting, was reportedly the result of long-standing verbal abuse. Police and emergency services responded to the scene around…
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Slick road causes pickup truck accident, injures factory workers
A slick road proved treacherous for a brand-new pickup truck transporting factory employees. The pickup veered off course and landed on the roadside, causing injuries to several female workers. Police promptly responded to the scene to provide necessary assistance. The incident transpired at 6.30am today, December 13, when Wiroj Phueadchanthuek, a deputy inspector at Wang Takhian Police Station, received reports…
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Police raid illegal soil excavation site in Suphan Buri
Police raided an illegal soil excavation site in Suphan Buri, operated by a local politician’s family after complaints from residents. The politician’s wife admitted to one year of unauthorised digging without prior arrests. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) undertook a significant operation against influential figures in Song Phi Nong district, Suphan Buri province, following local complaints. The action targeted a…
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Police crack down on Chinese-South Korean travel agency scam in Pattaya
Chon Buri and Pattaya police cracked down on a travel agency scam and a call centre scam operated by Chinese and South Korean nationals, who used two luxury pool villas in Pattaya as their headquarters. Police became suspicious after discovering that a group of foreigners rented two luxury accommodations in Pattaya but had never left the villas. Further investigation revealed…
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Thai loan shark mastermind arrested in Kamphaeng Phet sting
Thai police apprehended a woman known as Add, who is reputed to be the mastermind behind a notorious loan shark operation in Kamphaeng Phet. The investigation revealed that she was involved in a pawn scheme involving vehicles, charging exorbitant interest rates. Borrowers received significantly less money than initially promised and faced threats when they struggled to meet the high-interest payments.…
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Border bust: Thai cops ‘Myan-handle’ illegal entry gang
Thai police, in a joint operation, detained a group of people illegally entering the country, comprising 16 Myanmar nationals and a Thai man accused of facilitating their entry. The arrest took place near Ban Pa Kha Mai in the Kiri Rat subdistrict of Phop Phra district, Tak province. Officers from the Ratchamanu Task Force, along with the Long Range Patrol…
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High-stakes heist: Fake cops raid Chiang Mai cannabis shop
A daring robbery took place yesterday in Chiang Mai, where a group of four individuals impersonating police officers raided a cannabis shop, tying up the owner and his staff before making off with a substantial amount of valuables. The incident, reported to have occurred at 3am yesterday, December 12, saw the assailants seizing cash, electronics, and even motorcycles. The shop…
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Car accident in Samut Songkhram leaves two children orphaned
A tragic accident claimed the lives of a married couple when a car veered off course and collided with their motorcycle yesterday, December 12, in Samut Songkhram, leaving their two children orphaned. The incident occurred as the family was on their way to buy groceries for their bedridden grandmother. The driver of the car, visibly shaken and frightened, repeatedly expressed…
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Thai sub-district official accused of hiring scapegoat after hit-and-run
A Thai father accused an official from the sub-district administrative organisation in the Isaan province of Kalasin of hiring a scapegoat to plead guilty after a hit-and-run on November 2 that caused serious injuries to his son. The father, identified as Tam, revealed to Channel 7 that the accident occurred at around 2.30am on November 2, when his 22 year old son…
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Woman with 12 warrants caught after chase in Roi Et
A woman with 12 arrest warrants, primarily for embezzlement and fraud, was apprehended by police after a chase through a wooded area in Roi Et province, Thailand. Despite the charges, she continues to deny any wrongdoing. Police officers, under the direction of Montri Tetsan, ordered the arrest of 41 year old Jirachaya, in response to a warrant issued by Khon…
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What to do in Bangkok this week (December 13 to 19, including Christmas celebrations)
It’s the weekend! Have you figured out what to do yet? If not, don’t stress. You’re in Bangkok, so there’s always something going on. This weekend is full of food festivals, and you’ll want to check at lease one of them out because who doesn’t love eating their way through the city? And if food isn’t enough to get you…
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Pattaya flower seller boosts sales in Santa suit
A flower garland seller in Pattaya has been spotted donning a Santa Claus outfit, capturing the curiosity and admiration of both tourists and locals. At around 12.30pm yesterday, December 12, the festive figure was seen under the motorway overpass on Sukhumvit Road, engaging with drivers who paused at the traffic lights. The flower vendor, 37 year old Kritsada Boonsopa, shared…
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Thai police seize chemicals for illegal Etomidate e-cigarette mix
Bangkok police yesterday seized chemicals used to produce the drug Etomidate, which is being illegally mixed with e-cigarettes. This operation uncovered enough materials to create 600,000 units of the dangerous substance, capable of causing respiratory failure. The pursuit of four Chinese nationals involved is currently underway. At 1.30pm yesterday, December 12 a press conference was held at the Office of…
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Mother and daughter hurt in Honda Jazz crash on Ratchaphruek Road
A mother and her daughter were involved in a serious car accident after their Honda Jazz collided with a truck, causing their vehicle to veer off course and crash into a barrier. The incident, which led to their car overturning and blocking the road, occurred late yesterday evening. Following the initial crash, a subsequent collision took place when a pickup…
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PM Paetongtarn’s absence sparks debate over invasive fish issue
Thailand Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra’s decision to skip the opening of the new House of Representatives session yesterday, December 12, sparked a contentious debate between the opposition and the ruling Pheu Thai Party. Nattacha Boonchaiinsawat, a Bangkok representative from the opposition People’s Party (PP), voiced his frustration, expressing a desire for the prime minister to address the public on efforts…
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Cold air mass, monsoon rains hit Thailand, affecting 14 provinces
The Meteorological Department of Thailand (TMD) warned of another cold air mass approaching, causing temperatures to drop by 1 to 3 degrees Celsius. The southern region faces heavy monsoon rains impacting 14 provinces, while Bangkok will experience rain and wind. The forecast for the next 24 hours indicates that a high-pressure area or cold air mass from China is now covering…
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Thai-German rail partnership renewed for sustainable transport
Thailand and Germany reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing rail transport systems, with a focus on efficiency and environmental sustainability. Transport Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit announced the renewal of the agreement in Bangkok, extending their collaboration for an additional two years. The bilateral agreement, initially signed on November 23, 2016, has been renewed twice, reflecting both nations’ dedication to advancing rail technology…
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Thai woman glued to phone hit by electric motorcycle in Pattaya
A dramatic accident unfolded on Pattaya Beach Road in the early hours of today, leaving three people injured after a woman, distracted by her phone, was struck by an electric motorcycle. Pattaya police responded to a call about the incident at 12.10am today, December 12, quickly coordinating with rescue volunteers from Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan. Upon arriving at the scene, officers…
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Thailand claims best worldwide destination at Irish Travel Awards
Thailand has once again stolen the spotlight on the global tourism stage, clinching the prestigious Best Worldwide Destination title at the Irish Travel Trade Awards (ITTN Awards) 2024. The glittering ceremony, hosted by Irish Travel Trade News, unfolded on November 29 at Dublin’s Clayton Hotel, Burlington, with over 5,000 travel agents casting their votes for excellence in travel and tourism.…
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