Chon Buri
- Thailand News
PM Srettha shifts gears: Sunday tour to assess F1 potential
Thailand Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin will be touring Chon Buri and Rayong this Sunday to assess commercial developments, scope out a potential Formula One race route, and review pivotal government projects. According to PM’s Office spokesperson Chai Wacharonke, the prime minister’s agenda kicks off at Rayong’s U-Tapao International Airport. He and his delegation will meet with local authorities to discuss…
- Thailand News
Truck tyre bursting on Chon Buri road kills one, injures five
A six-wheeled truck suffered a frightening malfunction at 6.30pm yesterday, when its tyre burst while returning from marking traffic lines, resulting in one death and five injuries. The incident occurred on Route 344 in Chon Buri. The accident took place on the Ban Bueng-Klaeng Road, in Nong Yai District. Police and rescue units from the Sila Dharma Association in Nong…
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Foreign man in Chon Buri accused of killing stray dog with poison
A Thai woman accused a foreign man living in the same community in Chon Buri province of poisoning a stray dog and previously abusing his pets. The 66 year old woman, Lamud, urged Channel 3 to share her story in a bid to seek justice for the dead stray dog named Liao. Reporters visited her home in the Bang Lamung…
- Pattaya News
Chon Buri cannabis store vandalism turns into a blaze of gunfire
A cannabis store in the Sattahip district of Chon Buri province fell victim to vandalism twice, with the second attack escalating to gunfire, perpetrated by masked youths. Sakda Niempai, the proprietor, revealed that his shop, situated opposite the Bang Saray Night Market, was the target of two assaults by a group of teenagers. CCTV footage documented both incidents, prompting the…
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Scottish ex-football player admits to child sexual assault in Thailand
A former footballer confessed to serious sexual assault and the possession of an astonishing number of indecent images of children. The ex-midfielder, who once played for Scottish clubs St Johnstone and Dunfermline Athletic in the 1980s and 90s, will now face the full force of the law. The Scotsman, 61 year old Ian Heddle, originally from Dunfermline, was initially arrested…
- Road deaths
Car crash in Chon Buri leaves driver critically injured
A car veered off the road, crashed into a tree, and flipped over, landing upside down with its wheels in the air in Chon Buri, in the early hours of this morning. The engine was ejected from the vehicle, and a fire ensued. The driver was severely injured and thrown from the car. At 4.30am today, June 13, rescue officials…
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Man gored by buffalo in Chon Buri rushed to hospital
A buffalo caretaker in Chon Buri was found in critical condition, left undiscovered for hours in an open field after being attacked by a buffalo. It is believed the attack occurred the previous evening. He was quickly rushed to Chon Buri Hospital for urgent treatment. Upon receiving reports of an injury, rescue workers promptly arrived at the scene and discovered…
- Thailand News
Reckless U-turn leads to fatal crash on Sukhumvit Road
A tragic accident claimed the life of a 13 year old boy early today when a reckless U-turn by a pickup truck led to a fatal collision on Sukhumvit Road near the Aum Rak Animal Hospital in Samet, Mueang District, Chon Buri. Local police and emergency services, including a team from Chon Buri Hospital and the Trai Koonatham Rescue Foundation,…
- Thailand News
Father’s heartbreak as son drowns at dangerous overflow dam
A father is devastated after learning that his 15 year old son drowned at an overflow dam, despite having warned him in the morning not to go out and play. Friends recounted the tragic moment, noting that the boy, who was not a strong swimmer, slipped on algae-covered concrete near the bank. At 5.30pm yesterday, Kasem Senaprakon, an officer from…
- Thailand News
Mystery surrounds death of woman found naked off Koh Si Chang
A Thai man took to social media to share information on the mysterious death of his sister, whose naked body was found in the sea off Koh Si Chang island in Chon Buri province on May 31. The deceased woman’s younger brother, Rittikiat Pisoot, shared a timeline of his sister, Preyaporn “Da” Niyomkarn, and her solo trip to Koh Si…
- Road deaths
Motorcycle U-turn causes serious collision in Pattaya
A sudden U-turn by a motorcycle led to a severe collision with a car, resulting in significant injuries and substantial vehicle damage. The accident occurred on Sukhumvit Road near the Nong Nuch Garden traffic light, heading towards Pattaya, Chon Buri. Police Lieutenant Ratchapol Srisaeng from Na Jomtien Police Station received a report of the accident and promptly arrived at the…
- Crime News
Shooting at Chon Buri restaurant leaves patrons in panic
A shooting incident at a restaurant in Chon Buri sent patrons and staff into a chaotic scramble for safety. Fortunately, no injuries were reported, but the assailant remains at large as police intensify their manhunt. Police Major Sila Sajai of Sattahip Police Station received a report of a shooting at a restaurant near a Bangchak petrol station at kilometre 5,…
- Thailand News
Pickup truck crashes into streetlight in Pattaya, driver injured
A pickup truck crashed into a streetlight in Pattaya early yesterday morning, leaving the driver seriously injured. The accident took place at 2.20am on Sukhumvit Road in the Banglamung district of Chon Buri province. Emergency responders and local news teams quickly arrived at the scene following reports of the incident. Upon arrival, rescue workers discovered a white Nissan Navara pickup…
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Bullying brother stabbed 11 times in Chon Buri family altercation
A violent altercation between siblings in Chon Buri erupted when a brother stabbed his older sibling 11 times, leaving the latter severely injured. The younger brother claims his brother, in an intoxicated state had instigated the incident, bearing his own weapons. Police Colonel Komsan Kamtunkaew received a report of a stabbing in Sattahip. Upon arrival at the scene, authorities found…
- Thailand News
Man fatally stabs friend to death over 20 baht in Chon Buri
A Thai man fatally stabbed his friend in Chon Buri after he refused to lend 20 baht. The tragic incident occurred earlier today, with police receiving a report of a stabbing at 12.30am in Mueang District. Upon arrival, officers found 43 year old Nirun critically injured with a stab wound to his left collarbone. Despite immediate CPR efforts, he was…
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Get treated anywhere in Thailand with a single ID card
The Public Health Officer of Banglamung District announced the implementation of Thailand’s innovative healthcare initiative, Single Thai ID Card, Treatment Everywhere. This game-changing policy promises universal healthcare access and has already been rolled out across 45 provinces, though Chon Buri province remains an exception for now. As the Ministry of Public Health accelerates its mission for nationwide coverage, the spotlight…
- Thailand News
Ocean Property and Siam Seaplane collaborate for coastal travel
Ocean Property and Siam Seaplane, Thailand’s leading amphibious seaplane service provider, are set to unveil a luxurious seaplane facility at Ocean Marina Jomtien. The joint venture promises travellers an unparalleled experience along the vibrant eastern coast of Thailand. The state-of-the-art facility will facilitate water landings and takeoffs, ensuring swift access to luxury yacht charters, plush stays at Ocean Marina Resort,…
- Thailand News
Ear today, gone tomorrow: Thai man bites off ear over marital affair
A Thai man in Chon Buri province bit off part of another man’s ear after discovering he was having an affair with his wife until she became pregnant. Mueang Chon Buri Police Station officers and local rescuers were alerted to a physical altercation between two groups of Thai men at Hua Hin-Bang Sai Market in the Chon Buri province on…
- Crime News
Suspected remains of missing Korean found in Chon Buri reservoir
A grisly discovery was made in Chon Buri, where police unearthed a human body encased in concrete within a 200-litre barrel. The barrel was located at the bottom of the Map Prachan reservoir in Bang Laung district. The find was made last night and is suspected to be the remains of a missing 34 year old Korean man. Roh Eui…
- Thailand News
Rolling the dice: Thai sting nabs duo in high-stakes gambling bust
The Thai authorities apprehended a 34 year old man and a 19 year old woman in a sophisticated sting operation targeting an illegal online gambling ring that reportedly saw monthly transactions averaging 50 million baht per month. Kittinan The coordinated search led by Major General Warawut Wattanakornbancha, head of the Special Branch Police, along with his team, spanned four locations…
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Early morning motorcycle crash in Chon Buri kills young man
A tragic motorcycle crash claimed the life of a 26 year old man when he collided with a high-voltage power pole in Chon Buri province. The incident occurred early this morning, May 8, at around 3am on the road connecting Suansue-Nongleng near Suansue Fitness in Nong Kham subdistrict, Si Racha district. The victim, identified only by his first name Pakorn,…
- Pattaya News
RTN officers sail in to save the day after baht bus-bike bust-up
Four Royal Thai Navy (RTN) officers from the Special Affairs Unit of the Sattahip Naval Base rushed to aid the victims of a collision between a motorcyclist and a baht bus in Chon Buri. The officers, who were on a routine patrol near a local fresh market, sprang into action to assist a 48 year old Thai man who was…
- Road deaths
Fatal high-speed collision involving motorcycle and parked car
In a tragic turn of events, a motorcycle rider lost his life in a high-speed collision with a stationary Toyota Fortuner along a bypass road in Chon Buri yesterday morning. The rider was reportedly riding at an immense speed of over 160 kilometres per hour, as indicated by his speedometer. The unfortunate incident took place at 9.30am on Bypass Road…
- Crime News
Impersonator accused of extorting 15,000 baht from migrants
An alleged highway police impersonator in Chon Buri has been accused of extorting 15,000 baht from three migrant workers for not carrying their passports. The incident, which was captured in a video clip and shared on Facebook, reveals a man dressed like a police officer demanding the sum from the workers, threatening legal action that could result in a fine…
- Thailand News
British publisher Colin Hastings dies in car crash in Chon Buri
The 74 year old British owner and publisher of The BigChilli magazine died yesterday in a car accident in Chon Buri province of Thailand. He reportedly lost control of his car and crashed into a house wall. Officers from Sattahip Police Station responded to the fatal accident in Soi Captain Muek in the Bang Saray district of Chon Buri province…
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Motorcyclist dies in Chon Buri after high-speed crash on bridge
A tragic road accident in Chon Buri claimed the life of a 40 year old man when he lost control of his motorcycle and crashed into a bridge’s guardrail. The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning as the man was returning home. In the predawn hours today, an urgent call was received by Deputy Investigator Police Lieutenant…
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Hand grenade found in Thai suburb leaves locals shaken
On the peaceful streets of Wat Boon Samphan, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri, a sinister surprise lurked beneath the serenity as a fully operational type M26 hand grenade on Monday. The discovery, made by 73 year old security guard Pratum Chomsuwat, unfolded as he meticulously cleared the area with a grass trimmer, stumbling upon the lethal device near a modest cement…
- Crime News
Songkran festivities turn tragic with fatal shooting in Sattahip
A joyous Songkran celebration took a tragic turn in Sattahip, Chon Buri when four young individuals were caught in a hail of gunfire on April 16. The incident has left one person dead and has the police on a manhunt for the suspected gunman. The alarming event unfolded at 6pm during the Songkran festivities taking place on Soi Bon Kai…
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Man’s ear nearly cut off during Songkran celebration in Chon Buri
A man’s ear was nearly cut off during a violent altercation that took place yesterday evening in Chon Buri province, resulting in an emergency response from local rescuers. The incident, which occurred during the Songkran festivities, reportedly began over a disagreement about the man’s singing abilities. At approximately 7pm, yesterday April 16, the emergency services of Thammarat Manee Rat Rescue…
- Crime News
Chon Buri officials bust illegal kratom juice operations targeting kids
Police in Banglamung district, Chon Buri province, launched a coordinated operation yesterday that resulted in the dismantling of illegal kratom juice production sites known for distributing the substance to minors. The district’s administrative head, along with health officials and local police, led the crackdown on these clandestine establishments, netting nearly 2,000 bottles of the illicit mixture. The operation targeted three…
