Pattaya News
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Missing German businessman’s chopped remains found in Pattaya rental property freezer
In a shocking new development, the remains of missing German businessman Hans Peter Mack were discovered in a rented property early this morning at around 12.30am. The property is located within the Chokchai Garden Home 1 Village in Pattaya. The discovery of the 62 year old was confirmed this morning by Bang Lamung officials. The mystery trail leading to Mack’s whereabouts found…
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Pattaya crime: Couple arrested for string of home burglaries in Na Jomtien area
An unexpected series of home robberies have come to light in the Sattahip district of Pattaya. With a spate of break-ins leaving residents in the Na Jomtien area wary and sceptical, Thai law enforcement officers made an arrest yesterday that centres around an unlikely pair, a Thai couple involved in this Pattaya crime. The duo was brought into custody following…
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Beachside serenity shattered: Police probe possible foul play in Jomtien Beach death
The tranquillity of Jomtien Beach in Sattahip, Pattaya was disrupted abruptly this morning when police discovered a dead body, suspected to be a victim of possible foul play. The alarm was promptly raised, sending Na Jomtien officers and Sattahip rescue workers rushing to the scene, in response to the chilling report of a body. Wearing a pink T-shirt and brown…
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Caught on the fly: Thai police nab Uzbek fleeing prostitution charges in Pattaya
Thai police arrested an Uzbek man at Suvarnabhumi Airport just as he was about to flee the country due to his involvement in illegal prostitution in Pattaya. Police officers from the Anti Trafficking In Person Division and the Consul of the Consulate-General of Uzbekistan, Nuriddin Mamatkulov, held a press conference today, July 7, to reveal the arrest details of the…
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Pattaya robbery: Mother and son targeted, stolen valuables worth 100,000 baht
In a disquieting Pattaya robbery event, a mother and her young son became victims of a theft in their rental room in Pattaya. The 26 year old mother found her home broken into and valuables were taken worth more than 100,000 baht, including her four year old son’s cherished piggy banks. The mother, Nisachon Charoengpong, brought this dreadful Pattaya robbery…
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Skyrocket your realty career: FazWaz’s next Agent Recruitment Event at the Space Hotel, Pattaya
Pattaya‘s newest attraction, nicknamed “The Space Hotel”, has already taken the city by storm, reimagining conventional urban stays with themed astronomy rooms and interactive space-related activities. The hotel’s revolutionary design and environment are perfect for inspiring creativity and fostering connections with real estate professionals. Don’t miss out on this chance to join FazWaz, experience the extraordinary Space Hotel, and launch…
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Pattaya boy critically injured following wall collapse
An 11 year old boy was critically injured as an old wall collapsed on him in Pattaya. As locals looked on in worried anticipation, emergency services promptly administered first aid and transferred the injured boy to a nearby hospital. Upon reaching the scene of the incident, an unassuming one-storey dwelling in Nong Prue sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province,…
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Pattaya incident: Police investigate Thai guide’s fatal fall at a hotel
A tragic Pattaya incident unfolded at a hotel as a Thai guide suffered a fatal fall from the fourth floor balcony of his accommodation. Pattaya authorities rushed to the Malibu City Place Hotel at around 6.30am, following a distressing call about the discovery of the guide, Puwasit Chailangka, lying lifeless in the parking area adjacent to the hotel premises. The…
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Foreign motorcyclist struck by hit-and-run baht bus driver in Pattaya
A bizarre incident unfolded in the early hours of this morning as a foreign motorcyclist was struck by a vehicle, believed to be a baht bus, which subsequently fled from the incident scene. The collision occurred at 3.30am, in the vicinity of Hard Rock Hotel. Emergency healthcare workers from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation were alerted and quickly reached the scene,…
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Brit in the buff brings chaos to Pattaya hotel: Unhinged nudist lands behind bars
An unhinged naked British man was taken into custody after causing chaos in a hotel in Pattaya. Police officers are investigating the unusual incident in an attempt to identify the source of the man’s unhinged behaviour. Pattaya Police Station’s Pol. Capt. Kittisuk Suthinitaswong was alerted about the embarrassing incident at exactly 4.30am today at the Centara Nova Hotel & Spa,…
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Pattaya crackdown reveals foreigners living illegally amid beggar population
A crackdown by the Pattaya authorities to clear the city’s vibrant tourist hotspot of beggars unearthed a surprising amount of illegal foreigners residing within the country. Wutthisak Ruemkijjakarn, the deputy mayor of Pattaya, revealed that the city crackdown took place on Wednesday evening under the watchful eye of numerous authorities. This included officials from Chon Buri’s Social Development and Human…
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Street drama: Locals accuse police of sight-seeing while Vietnamese visitors cause trouble on Pattaya’s Walking Street
Exasperated locals in Pattaya reached out to a news agency to highlight the trouble caused by a group of Vietnamese women and children on Pattaya Walking Street after accusing the police of turning a blind eye to the problem. Locals in the area informed Amarin TV that several Vietnamese women, and their children, are harassing foreigners on Walking Street to…
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International Yoga Day: Event promotes health and wellness at Pattaya Beach
On the shores of Pattaya Beach, the Indian Community of Pattaya (ICP) is gearing up to celebrate International Yoga Day with an event aiming to promote health and wellness within the community. The event will take place at Bali Hai Pier today, starting at 4pm and lasting until 6pm, and is set to draw the attention of both locals and…
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Tragic gasp: Indian man’s nitrogen suicide stuns Pattaya rental scene
An Indian man took his own life by inhaling nitrogen gas in a rental room in Pattaya. He sent an email to a real estate agent before the incident informing them of his plan to commit suicide. The real estate agent notified Mueang Pattaya Police Station after receiving the email from the Indian man, 30 year old Vibin Vijayakumar, which…
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Politician’s relative assaults emergency responder after Pattaya car crash
A 45 year old man, related to a politician, attacked a volunteer emergency responder in Pattaya after a car collided with a residential wall. The drunken man swore and questioned the responder’s presence, despite the latter explaining that they were waiting for the police due to damage to residents’ property. A distress call was responded to by volunteer rescuers from…
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Pattaya youths arrested after stealing motorbike for joyride
In Pattaya, two Thai youths, a 16 year old and a 12 year old, were apprehended following their theft of a motorbike belonging to a local female cashier. The Pattaya Police arrived at the scene of the crime after receiving the report of the stolen motorbike at around 3.40am this morning. The incident took place along the South Pattaya Road,…
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Turkish tourist falls victim to 25,000 baht gold necklace theft in Pattaya
In Pattaya beach, an unfortunate incident unfolded as a Turkish tourist encountered a pickpocket while strolling alone in the early hours. Despite being vigilant about such crimes, he lost a 25,000 baht (US$ 723) gold necklace to the skilled hands of the alleged transgender thief. Found waiting to give his testimony to the Pattaya Police on Beach Road, the victim,…
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Pattaya theft: Thieves nab 13,000 baht from water vending machine
In Pattaya, two thieves successfully managed to nab 13,000 baht from a drinking water vending machine in front of a grocery store. The theft, which took place within the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, was caught on CCTV in the early hours of June 10. The suspects arrived at the scene on a motorbike, quickly…
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Pattaya burglars break into woman’s room by finding hidden key (video)
Two Pattaya burglars managed to break into a woman’s rental room by finding a key that the woman had concealed in front of her property. The burglars stole several valuable items. CCTV footage captured the moment when the two culprits arrived at the location, situated in the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri, at 6pm on Tuesday.…
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Pattaya tour bus driver accidentally backs into girlfriend, severely injuring her
In an unfortunate incident, a Pattaya tour bus driver accidentally backed his bus into his girlfriend, severely injuring her. The accident occurred as she was attempting to guide the vehicle while it was being parked. The accident was reported to the Sawang Boriboon rescuers at 6pm yesterday. A rescue team promptly responded to the scene located on Chaiyapruek Road near…
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On-the-job ride: Rookie worker accused of motorcycle theft, owner in hot pursuit
A worker was accused of stealing a motorcycle after just one day on the job, causing the owner to track him down. The incident occurred in the Mueang district of Udon Thani province on May 17. The owner finally found the thief in Pattaya with a female companion, immediately informing the police. Yesterday, 37 year old Kanitta Jaikhaan, who owns…
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Pattaya officials discuss opening Dongtan Beach Road to 24-hour vehicle access
In Pattaya, a recent meeting took place to discuss the possibility of opening Dongtan Beach Road to vehicle traffic 24 hours a day. This road, which connects Jomtien Beach to Pratumnak Soi 5, has been closed to traffic overnight for quite some time. However, due to significant growth in the area over the past year, particularly in the number of…
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Reality show ‘Keep Running’ to boost Chinese tourism to Pattaya, mayor says
In Pattaya, over the past few days, crowds of excited fans and camera crews have been spotted at various locations, such as Grande Centre Point Space Hotel and the World’s Largest 7-eleven in South Pattaya. The reason behind this excitement is the filming of episodes for the popular Chinese reality and variety show “Keep Running.” The show features famous Chinese…
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Pattaya parades: International PRIDE and Festival march to be hosted simultaneously
Pattaya is gearing up for a spectacular day on June 24, 2023, as the city prepares to host two major parades simultaneously. The International PRIDE Parade and Pattaya Festival Parade are set to attract thousands of participants and visitors, while also causing traffic disruptions in the area. The International PRIDE Parade will kick off the day’s celebrations, with a colourful…
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Pattaya bar workers and Indian tourists fight
In the early hours of this morning, a violent altercation took place between a group of bar workers and two Indian tourists at the entrance of Soi 16 and Walking Street in Pattaya. The incident occurred in front of Kamaa Club, located at the entrance of Walking Street from Soi 16 in South Pattaya, Nong Prue sub-district, Bang Lamung district,…
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Indian man drowns in Pattaya pool as witnesses mistake struggle for play
A 44 year old Indian man yesterday tragically drowned in a Pattaya hotel swimming pool. The incident took place at 8.30pm in a well-known South Pattaya hotel, which remains unnamed by local police as they continue their investigation. The Indian tourist, identified as Vivek Kumar, was reportedly enjoying his time in the pool with an Indian woman, whose name has…
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Sand and screens: Pattaya Film Festival makes waves with free beachfront cinema
The Pattaya Film Festival 2023 is set to captivate cinephiles with its unique offering of free entry to watch movies on Pattaya Beach from June 16 to 19. This groundbreaking event marks the festival’s first venture into transforming the beach into an enchanting outdoor cinema. With a clear vision of becoming a member of the prestigious UNESCO Creative Cities Network…
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Roadway tragedy: Foreign motorcyclist’s fatal collision with street sign shakes Pattaya
A tragic accident unfolded in the early hours of today, as a foreign man lost his life after colliding with a street sign while riding his motorcycle in Pattaya. The incident occurred on Pattaya Second Road within the Nongprue sub-district of Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The foreign man, estimated to be between 30 and 35 years old, was found…
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Pattaya street food vendors cause traffic chaos, face foreign competition
Officials in Thailand’s eastern city of Pattaya organised a meeting yesterday to address the increasing number of complaints regarding street food vendors in the city. Motorists raised concerns about vendors causing traffic congestion and choke points throughout the city. Meanwhile, local vendors have complained about the influx of foreigners operating food carts, which they claim is negatively impacting their income…
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Farang allegedly damages Pattaya salon, claims ownership of girlfriend’s former business
A salon owner in Pattaya recently faced a series of attacks from a farang who claimed ownership of her establishment. The 35 year old woman, Nijada Korby, took legal ownership of the salon from the foreigner’s girlfriend and opened her business on May 27. However, the foreign man began to cause trouble, attempting to destroy the salon. Nijada reported the…
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