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- Thailand News
Indian tourist drowns at Surin Beach despite red flag warning
A 27 year old Indian tourist drowned at Surin Beach after getting entangled in a rip current during an early morning swim with friends yesterday, July 24. A red flag, indicating dangerous water conditions, was posted on Surin Beach. Despite this warning, the Indian tourist, Kapoor Manav and his friends ventured into the sea. Thalang Police Station received notification at…
- Thailand News
Thai mother’s long drive to Samut Songkhram to report son’s death
A Thai mother from Surin faced a tragic ordeal when her son died in their car while travelling from Satun. She drove over 100 kilometres to report the incident in Samut Songkhram early today. The Thai mother, 52 year old Siripak from Rangaeng, Sikhoraphum, Surin, reported the death of her son at the Mueang Samut Songkhram Police Station at 7.30am…
- Crime News
Myanmar woman killed, husband injured in Samut Prakan attack
A violent altercation in Samut Prakan resulted in the death of a Myanmar woman and severe injuries to her husband. The incident occurred yesterday, July 24, in Klong Dan, Bang Bo district, when a 29 year old man, reportedly intoxicated, attacked the couple, who had attempted to intervene in a domestic dispute. Police Captain Phonchai Komkhuntod from Klong Dan Police…
- Pattaya News
Engineer injured in fall at Pattaya shopping mall
A female engineer inspecting the steel framework of a well-known shopping mall fell through a broken ceiling panel, landing painfully on the floor. The incident occurred at 12.16am today, July 25, when the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya radio centre received a report of someone falling from a height inside a shopping mall in Central Pattaya, Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District,…
- Crime News
Man electrocuted while fishing with homemade rod in Kanchanaburi
A man, determined to catch fish for a homemade dish, met a tragic end after slipping and falling onto his electric fishing rod by a canal. Local police were notified of the incident yesterday in Kanchanaburi. Police and medical personnel rushed to the scene near the canal between Moo 3 and Moo 7 in Tha Maka Subdistrict, Tha Maka District,…
- Thailand News
Thai man severely injured in attack by police officers’ children
A violent altercation involving a group of police officers’ children has resulted in severe injuries for a young man, with the case seeing little progress over the past month. The incident occurred today, July 24, when 45 year old Sanya and his son 20 year old Nattapong, visited Ekaphap Luangprasert, advisor to the Minister of Interior and founder of the…
- Thailand News
Missing Samut Prakan man found dead after five-day search
A Thai woman in Samut Prakan sought help to find her husband, who had been missing for five days. Tragically, he was found dead in a dense grassy area. The devastated woman collapsed in grief upon hearing the news. CCTV footage along Theparat Road near Bangna Garden captured 35 year old Kawi from Ubon Ratchathani, leaving his workplace at a…
- Road deaths
Factory worker dies in tragic motorcycle-lorry collision on Asia Road
A tragic accident occurred when a truck collided with a motorcycle, resulting in the death of a factory worker. The incident took place at 7.30am today, July 24, on the inbound Asia Road near kilometre marker 11 in Khung Lan, Bang Pa-in district, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. Police officer Nakrob Chobthamthan rushed to the scene along with Ayutthaya Ruamjai…
- Thailand News
Myanmar chef murder suspect arrested in Bangkok
A young man has been arrested for the murder of a 46 year old Myanmar chef, whose body was discovered after two days in a rented room in Samut Prakan’s Bang Phli district. The incident has taken a disturbing turn as the suspect revealed his motives and the sequence of events leading up to the crime. Police apprehended 24 year…
- Crime News
Teen found dead and father injured in Saraburi home attack
A tragic incident has unfolded in Saraburi, where a 14 year old boy was found dead with his throat slashed, and his father was severely injured. Police are investigating the case, calling in family members for questioning. Police in Saraburi are intensifying their investigation into the brutal killing of a 14 year old boy named Boonsin Kusri and the severe…
- Thailand News
Drug-addicted Thai man lynched after attempted rape
A 17 year old Thai teenager and locals in the central province of Ayutthaya lynched a drug addict after he attempted to rape the teen’s mother. Officers from Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station were alerted to the death of 38 year old drug addict Yuranan on the night of July 20. On arrival, officers found Yuranan lying face down on…
- Thailand News
Thai police refute claims of substandard bulletproof vests
The Royal Thai Police’s (RTP) Ordnance Division firmly denied allegations of distributing substandard bulletproof vests following the circulation of a controversial image online. The image, which showed body armour layered with plywood, sparked concerns and criticisms about the quality and safety of the vests provided to officers. The division’s commander, Police Major General Nirandon Sirisangchai, clarified yesterday that the RTP…
- Phuket News
Man found dead after argument with wife in Phuket rental home
A tragic incident occurred in Phuket when a 40 year old man was found dead in an apparent suicide following an argument with his wife on their first day at a rented house in Baan Manik. Thalang Police Station was alerted to the scene in Moo 7, Srisoonthorn, at 2am yesterday, July, 2024. Upon arrival, police officers and rescue workers…
- South Thailand News
Boy drowns in Hat Yai canal despite rescue efforts
An eight year old boy tragically drowned while playing in a canal with his friends in Hat Yai, Songkhla. Despite efforts to rescue him, it took two hours to locate his body after his grandfather performed a ritual. The incident occurred at around 1.30pm yesterday, July 20, when police from Koh Hong Police Station in Songkhla received a report of…
- Thailand News
Tiger dies near Dong Yai Forest after alarming villagers
A tiger identified as M116 has died after causing alarm among locals near a concrete dam close to Dong Yai Forest in Lam Nang Rong, Non Din Daeng, Buriram province. Officials discovered the tiger in a weakened state before it passed away, and investigations are underway to determine the cause of death. Villagers recently spotted a large tiger in the…
- Thailand News
Young girl drowns in Khon Kaen weir tragedy
A young girl drowned in Khon Kaen as she played on a weir with a group of others. Three were rescued after a four-hour search. Police from the Water Operation Unit of the VR Friendship Rescue Association in Phon Mueang mobilised to search for the 12 year old girl, Panadda Nganman, also known as Nong Mai yesterday, July 19. She…
- Thailand News
Thai man with epilepsy crashes and kills student on Bangkok road
A Thai man with epilepsy yesterday crashed his pickup into a sedan car and two motorcycles on Ratchadapisek Road in Bangkok, injuring three motorists and killing a university student. Officers from Phahonyothin Police Station and rescuers from the Portektung Rescue Foundation rushed to the accident scene on Ratchadapisek Road in the Chatuchak district of Bangkok yesterday afternoon, July 18. Officers…
- Thailand News
Shocking incident: Electrician severely electrocuted in Buriram
An electrician was severely injured after being electrocuted while connecting power lines on a high-voltage pole in Buriram. Rescue efforts were delayed by 30 minutes due to the late arrival of a separate bucket truck. At 10am today, July 19, emergency responders from Buriram Hospital received a report of a person being electrocuted on a high-voltage electricity pole in front…
- Thailand News
Ex-official kills sub-district head in a Phitsanulok murder-suicide
A tragic incident unfolded during a local celebration as an ex-assistant village headman fatally shot a female sub-district head before taking his own life at a fruit market in Phitsanulok province. Police officer Surin Takrudphet reported that around 9.57pm yesterday, July 18, a distress call was received about a shooting at a fruit market centre in Wang Thong district, where…
- Thailand News
Thai teenager killed while making homemade bomb in Isaan
A 16 year old Thai teenager lost his life while making a homemade bomb at his friend’s house in the Isaan province of Surin. The boy, identified only as A, was found dead outside his friend’s home in the Khwao Sinrin district of Surin at around 11.40am on Tuesday, July 16. Officers from Khwao Sinrin Police Station were called to…
- Thailand News
Thailand hosts Summer Sonic Bangkok music festival in August
Thailand will be hosting the Summer Sonic Music Festival in Bangkok for the first time on August 24 to 25 at Impact Challenger, Mueang Thong Thani. This inaugural event promises an impressive lineup of artists from across the globe. OneRepublic, the American rock band famous for hits like Apologize, Counting Stars, and I Ain’t Worried, is among the headliners. Their…
- Thailand News
Vietnamese murder-suicide: Cryptic letter found, tour guide questioned
Police discovered a suspicious message written in Chinese on the phone of the alleged killer of the Vietnamese nationals poisoned in a Bangkok hotel. A Vietnamese tour guide who bought medicine for one of the deceased is also under suspicion and is currently being questioned by police. Metropolitan Police Bureau officers are continuing their investigation into the murder-suicide case, which…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya man dies under suspicious circumstances at restaurant
A Thai man died in a restaurant in Pattaya under suspicious circumstances, with his family suspecting foul play due to visible injuries on his body. The incident occurred yesterday, July 18, at an Isaan restaurant in the Nongprue sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. Police officers from Bang Lamung Police Station, along with rescue volunteers, responded swiftly to the…
- Guides
Travellers guide to all transportation in Thailand
Discovering the vibrant streets and serene landscapes of Thailand can indeed be an electrifying adventure. But, like any journey, it has its challenges. Experiencing the bustling traffic of urban cities or the tranquil island ferries, you will find that Thailand’s transportation system reflects the country’s vast diversity. Overview of transportation in Thailand A mosaic of transportation options awaits in Thailand,…
- Things To Do
What to do in Bangkok this weekend (July 19 to 21)
Happy weekend, Bangkok! If you’ve been in the city for a while, you know there are always fun things to do and events to attend. From relaxing in a Japanese onsen and cheering on your favourite sports team in a sports bar to sipping margaritas and busting moves until dawn, your Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in Bangkok are sorted! Things to…
- Thailand News
Myanmar couple surrenders over murder of Iranian restaurateur
A Myanmar couple suspected of the brutal murder of an Iranian restaurateur and his Thai wife has surrendered to police in Nakhon Pathom, expressing their wish to be repatriated. Police Major General Thawatkiat Jindakhuansanong, commander of Chon Buri police, revealed that police were in the process of seeking arrest warrants for 23 year old Kyaw Myint Oo and 19 year…
- Thailand News
Fatal crash on Lampang-Phrae road kills woman, injures two others
A tragic accident involving a car and a 10-wheel truck occurred on the Lampang-Phrae road, just before reaching the Wang Ngern shrine, resulting in the death of a woman and injuries to two others, including a one year old child. Police from Mae Tha Police Station reported that the collision happened at 5pm yesterday, July 17. The police, including the…
- Thailand Cannabis Guide
A guide to cannabis events Thailand 2024
Thailand has become the centre for cannabis events that celebrate the evolution and significance of the cannabis tradition. Since the country has made significant progress in legalising and decriminalising cannabis, Thailand is the leader in Asia for its progressive approach towards cannabis. These events highlight cannabis’s historical and modern significance in Thai society, focusing on traditional medicine, spiritual practices, and…
- Thailand News
Ministry of Justice reiterates repercussions for cyanide possession
The Ministry of Justice issued a stern warning to the public regarding the unauthorised possession of cyanide, which carries a potential prison sentence of up to two years and a fine not exceeding 200,000 baht, or both. The deputy spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, Kanika Unjit, today, July 18, addressed the shocking incident that led to six Vietnamese nationals…
- Pattaya News
Pattaya police arrest four in drug raid, seize firearms and drugs
Pattaya police arrested four alleged drug agents and seized substantial amounts of methamphetamine, ketamine, and firearms during a series of raids conducted yesterday, July 17. The operation, led by the Chief of Pattaya Police Station, Police Colonel Navin Teerawit, targeted drug networks in Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. The first raid saw the arrest of 29 year old Suwanchai Saenmuangma at the…
