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Myanmar worker injured in knife fight at Pattaya hotel
A Myanmar cleaning staff member was injured by a knife while attempting to intervene in a fight at a hotel in Pattaya early yesterday. The incident, which occurred around 2.16am, on November 20, prompted an immediate response from the Sawan Boriboon Rescue Center following a report of an assault at the hotel on Soi Pratamnak 6. Reporters were also present…
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Egyptian arrested for sexually assaulting Thai woman in condo lift
Police yesterday arrested an Egyptian man for stalking and sexually assaulting a Thai woman in the lift of a condominium in Bangkok on Friday, November 16. The 25 year old victim, identified only as Ann, shared CCTV footage of the incident on her TikTok account, @khun_ning. The video was widely reshared by several Thai media outlets. Ann already reported the…
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Indian man arrested for firing blank gun in Pattaya neighbourhood
Chaos ensued in a residential neighbourhood of Soi Kopai on 4/1 in Pattaya when a 36 year old Indian national fired a blank gun into the sky, causing widespread panic. This incident unfolded late yesterday, November 20, prompting immediate action from local law enforcement. Deputy Chief of the Pattaya City Police Station, R.T.T. Chittisuk Suthinitaswong, received a report at 11.36pm…
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Heartbreak on the tracks: Pattaya woman takes drastic measures
Chaos unfolded on East Pattaya’s railway road when a heartbroken Thai woman, found sobbing in the middle of traffic, brought the area to a standstill. Nong Prue Police raced to the scene in Khao Noi yesterday, November 19 after receiving alarming reports of a woman crying on the road, seemingly intent on harming herself. Officers discovered 37 year old Pornpit…
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Bet your bottom baht: Phuket cops cash in on secret gambling bust
Thalang Police swooped on an underground gambling ring in Srisoonthorn, Phuket, arresting 11 people during a targeted raid led by Police Lieutenant Colonel Suchart Luecha. The operation took place at a worker’s residence in Village 4, Srisoonthorn, yesterday, November 19, resulting in a high-profile haul and hefty charges for those involved. Among the arrested were nine women and two men,…
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Royal Thai Army officer charged for embezzling funds in Chon Buri
The Royal Thai Army (RTA) announced disciplinary action against a military officer at the 14th Military Circle in Chon Buri, following allegations of embezzling bail money from defendants. The officer is facing both criminal charges and potential severe disciplinary measures. Discussions with the victims are scheduled for tomorrow to explore possible assistance. An internal investigation confirmed the misconduct, leading to…
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Milk-ing the system: Fake powdered milk ring busted in Thailand
Police in Nakhon Pathom have detained a Chinese national alongside two Thai individuals for allegedly distributing counterfeit powdered milk. The arrests were made following a concerted police operation that uncovered a significant quantity of fake Ensure Gold powdered milk. During the raids, which took place yesterday in Nakhon Chaisi district, officers from the Consumer Protection Police Division, led by Withaya…
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Thai task force intercepts illegal immigrants with meth pills near border
Troops from the Ratchamanu Special Task Force apprehended a group of illegal immigrants attempting to cross the border into Thailand. During a search, police discovered 14 methamphetamine pills on one individual, leading to immediate legal action. The operation was conducted at 4am today, November 20 and is part of an ongoing effort directed by General Phana Khlaewplodthuk, the Commander-in-Chief of…
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Grenade attack at Songkhla construction site injures three
A construction workers’ camp was attacked with an M79 grenade launcher, leading to a fire and injuring three people. The assault occurred in a private company’s restricted area in Thepha district, Songkhla, early this morning. Police are actively investigating the incident. The unexpected attack took place at approximately 6am, targeting the workers’ accommodation within a large Guan Yin statue construction…
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Thai man admits to kicking stranger’s head in Kalasin (video)
A man who kicked a stranger in the head at a dance event in the northeastern province of Kalasin has turned himself into the police, claiming alcohol-induced actions and expressing remorse upon sobering up. The police are continuing their investigation following the viral video of the incident. A Facebook user posted a video capturing the unexpected moment when a man,…
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Gun attack at Phatthalung furniture store leaves youths terrified
An alarming incident unfolded at a furniture store in Phatthalung, where eight youths were left terrified following an attack by an assailant wielding two guns. The attack, which occurred in the early hours of today, November 20, left bullet casings scattered and glass shattered. Police were alerted to the incident when vehicles were heard circling the area just after 3.30am.…
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Trat: Man punches woman unconscious due to sarcastic remarks
A violent altercation occurred last night when a man repeatedly punched a woman until she lost consciousness, leaving her with a swollen face. The incident took place in a rented room in Trat province, following a drinking session where the woman reportedly made several sarcastic remarks. Despite warnings, the man lost patience, resulting in the assault. Trat City Police received…
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SMS-sational bust: Thai police ‘text’ down SMS scam in Bangkok
Undercover Thai police made a significant breakthrough in a dramatic move against cybercrime when arresting a Chinese national linked to a massive SMS scam operation right in the heart of Bangkok’s bustling Sukhumvit area. Yang Mu Yi, the alleged mastermind, was detained after investigators traced a barrage of fraudulent messages back to a high-tech mobile transmitter found in his possession.…
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Suphan Buri monk defrocked after 400k baht fraud scandal
A Buddhist monk in Suphan Buri province has been defrocked following allegations of involvement in a fraudulent scheme with a spirit medium, deceiving a family out of 400,000 baht. Dr Phra Maha Praipai Nontkaew, the head monk of Suphan Buri province, explained on social media that the case emerged when Gun Jompalang, a well-known influencer, assisted the affected family in…
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Man high on meth crashes fleeing police on Suphan Buri highway
A man was apprehended after attempting to evade Suphan Buri highway police on a motorcycle high on meth, leading to a roadside crash. Subsequent searches revealed methamphetamine (meth) pills in his possession. The incident unfolded yesterday, November 18, when officers were patrolling Highway 333. Police Lieutenant Nat Pin Krachan, along with colleagues Panithan Jaichuen and Thongchai Sriruangam, detained 39 year old…
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Nakhon Phanom: Drugs found hidden in Buddha statues seized
A daring drug smuggling operation involving heroin and crystal methamphetamine (Ice) concealed within large Buddha statues was thwarted by police in Thailand. The haul, with an estimated value of over 100 million baht, was seized after a tip-off led to the discovery of the illicit cargo yesterday, November 18. Police Lieutenant Colonel Rewat Champan, commanding officer of the Border Patrol…
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Drunk British tourist’s Pattaya night out ends in punch-up
A British tourist’s night in Pattaya went from bad to worse after he found himself in a brawl with two locals who’d offered to drive him home. Too drunk to secure a taxi, the man, thought to be in his 60s, ended up battered on the pavement with a broken nose, bruises, and cuts—after allegedly turning on his would-be rescuers.…
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Man slashed in head after row with fisherman in Phuket park
A late-night attempt to enter Phuket’s Chalermprakiat Park took a violent turn for one intoxicated man, who ended up with a head wound after clashing with a fisherman. The incident, which unfolded around 4.40am yesterday, November 18, saw 37 year old Ekkaphan Phuthi reportedly trying to enter the closed park gates near Suan Luang Rama IX. In his inebriated state,…
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Party goes off-track: DJ spins gunfire at Bangkok birthday bash
Police apprehended a 19 year old DJ known as Achi, who allegedly fired a gun at a rival during a birthday party after bypassing a security barrier at a housing estate. The incident, which occurred on August 31, left the victim severely injured. The arrest follows a two-month investigation by the police in response to a complaint filed by the…
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Foreign man flees after sexually assaulting Thai woman in condo lift
A Thai woman took to social media to seek help in locating a foreign suspect who allegedly stalked and sexually assaulted her in the lift of her condominium. The victim shared CCTV footage of the incident on her TikTok account, @khun_ning. In the video, the foreign man, wearing a red long-sleeved shirt, is seen entering the condominium premises on his…
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Cat-astrophic blunder: TV team in hot water over sedated cat drama
The Department of Livestock Development (DLD) issued legal action against the cat’s owner and the production team of the Thai historical series The Express of Ayodhaya, following the unauthorised use of anaesthesia on the animal by its owner rather than a professional or veterinarian. Thai netizens raised concerns that the production team anaesthetised a black cat named Samlee for a…
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Thai woman assaulted by friend’s boyfriend for intervening in fight
A Thai woman is seeking justice after her friend’s boyfriend physically assaulted her on November 10 when she intervened in their dispute at a condominium. Nilobon took to social media to share CCTV footage of the incident after the police failed to provide any updates on her case a week after she filed the complaint. The identity of the attacker,…
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Bangkok cops slam brakes on late-night biker race
Police apprehended a group of young motorcyclists engaging in dangerous racing activities on Ramintra Road, Bangkok, around 3am today. The individuals were charged with multiple offences as law enforcement officials moved swiftly to ensure public safety. The operation was led by Anan Worasat, the superintendent of Bang Khen Police Station, who directed officers to crack down on illegal street racing.…
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Attorney General throws out coup accusation against Thaksin
In a bold move that’s shaking up Thai politics, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has flatly refused to process a high-stakes case accusing former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra and the ruling Pheu Thai Party of attempting to overthrow Thailand’s democratic system with the King as Head of State. According to a news source, the case was dismissed today, November 19, …
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Revved up: Thai man’s motorcycle stolen in Pattaya
In a daring daylight heist, a Thai man’s motorcycle was stolen from a bustling city street in Pattaya, sparking concerns about a professional bike theft ring operating in the area. The victim, 29 year old Komkrit Lukrathok, who works at a prominent electronics store, reported the shocking theft of his Honda Wave 125 motorcycle to the Bang Lamung Police Station yesterday,…
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Former Thai boy band star denies 79 million baht fraud allegation
A former famous Thai boy band member denied a 79 million baht fraud accusation after a supplier company accused the singer and his company of failing to complete the product payment and also failing to show up in court. Naris Wittayawarakorn, the managing director of the supplementary production company called Thai Jintan revealed to the public that his company sued…
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Unholy row! Drunk monk arrested, begging for cash in Chiang Rai
Another week, another monk found behaving badly, this time intoxicated while hitchhiking. He was arrested after demanding money from a young woman motorist in Chiang Rai. The incident occurred yesterday, November 18, when police from the Mae Chan Police Station received a report from Nichawee, a 20 year old resident of Thung Ko, Wiang Chiang Rung, Chiang Rai. She recounted…
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Thailand to repatriate 900 seized lemurs and turtles to Madagascar
Thailand is set to return over 900 lemurs and rare turtles to Madagascar, following a significant seizure from the illegal wildlife trade, as stated by the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation (DNP). The DNP announced that 963 animals, including ring-tailed lemurs, brown lemurs, spider tortoises, and radiated tortoises, are currently under the care of officials. These animals…
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Phang Nga man launches knife attack at Phuket Police Station
In a shocking early-morning rampage, a Phang Nga man stormed into a police station in Phuket armed with a knife, launching an attack on an officer on duty. The incident occurred just before 3am on Sunday, November 17, when 48 year old Chuaib Phongthin arrived at the Thachatchai Police Station “in a state of distress,” according to police. Witnesses described…
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Burmese construction worker plunges from 3rd floor in Sattahip
In a terrifying fall from a three-storey building near Chumphon Naval School’s traffic lights in Bang Saray, Sattahip, Chon Buri, a Burmese construction worker narrowly escaped death at the weekend. The 29 year old worker, identified as Sun, fell from a dangerous height while on the job, leaving him with severe injuries and sparking a rapid emergency response on Saturday,…
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