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Scammed Thai man finds help from philanthropic Danish investor
A Good Samaritan reached out to help a poor Thai man in the Samut Prakarn province near Bangkok after he was scammed out of 10,000 baht by his supposed fiancée. A Danish investor living in Pattaya read the sad story about a Thai security guard paying his girlfriend 300 baht a day in instalments, only to be abandoned, on The…
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Infant’s body found in plastic bag at Phitsanulok bus stop
A seven month old infant’s body was discovered in a plastic bag near a bus stop in Phitsanulok, prompting an investigation into a possible premature birth or intentional abortion. The Thai authorities were alerted at 5pm yesterday by Min Misinth, an investigator at the Phitsanulok City Police Station, who received reports of a baby’s body found discarded next to the…
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Teenage killer’s violent rape and Satanic belief uncovered (video)
A Thai mother revealed that the teenage killer who recently murdered his girlfriend in Pathum Thani had previously assaulted and raped her daughter when she was 13 years old and harboured a bizarre belief in Satan. The 18 year old murderer, Thanakorn, also known as Sand, was arrested yesterday, June 6, after killing his 18 year old girlfriend, Waranya, also…
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Red Bull tycoon files lawsuit for 50 million baht over bribery claims
Red Bull energy drink magnate Chalerm Yoovidhya launched another defamation lawsuit, this time targeting a news outlet and four individuals, seeking 50 million baht in damages over bribery allegations. Chalerm disputes claims made by Police Colonel Wirut Sirisawatibutr, a former police officer turned columnist for Sueb Jark Khao. The allegations suggest the tycoon paid a 300-million-baht bribe to shield his…
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Deadly debt dispute: Burmese man shot at Khon Kaen hospital
A gunman shot dead a Burmese man last night while the victim was receiving treatment and awaiting surgery at Khon Kaen Hospital in Isaan. The suspected motive behind the murder is believed to be related to debt. The fatal shooting occurred in a male ward on the fifth floor of a building at Khon Kaen Hospital around 11pm last night,…
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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…
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Bangkok governor probes overpriced gym equipment purchases
Bangkok governor Chadchart Sittipunt acknowledged discovering unusual procurement patterns in gym equipment purchases for two sports centres managed by City Hall, with one treadmill costing as much as a car. Chadchart addressed public concerns yesterday regarding the procurement for the sports centres at Waree Phirom Park in Khlong Sam Wa district and Wachirabenchathat Park (Suan Rod Fai) in Chatuchak district.…
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Pathum Thani: Severed hands of teen girl found in plastic bag
In a gruesome discovery, police yesterday found what they believe to be the severed hands of an 18 year old girl, allegedly murdered by her boyfriend earlier this week. The chilling case began to unfold on Wednesday when Ranya Saensuriwong’s body was discovered beneath an elevated expressway in the Mueang district of Pathum Thani. Wrapped in a bedsheet and bound…
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Australian man arrested in Pattaya for multiple offenses and mafia connections
Immigration Bureau officers arrested an Australian man in Pattaya for multiple offences in his home country and his connection to a foreign mafia gang in Phuket. Officers arrested the Australian, identified only as Grey, at his luxury home in Pattaya after discovering his connection to the mafia gang. However, officers did not provide full details about the group. The Immigration…
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Thai influencer robbed of 6 million baht watch in Frankfurt
A well-known Thai influencer was reportedly robbed of his luxury watch worth 6 million baht while walking near St. Paul’s Church in Frankfurt. The influencer, Paris Sittisarn, also known as Addzest Carcolor, has offered a reward of 1 million baht for any assistance in recovering the stolen item. Famous for his automotive content, he shared his plea for help on…
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Thai reggae band member loses 8 million baht to contractor scam
A prominent member of the popular Thai reggae band Magenta reported being defrauded by a contractor during the construction of his house, resulting in financial losses of nearly 8 million baht. A member of the band, 38 year old Kittipong Watthanarach, and his 30 year old wife, Artitiya Anthrabut, alleged that a well-known contractor in Khon Kaen scammed them. They…
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Kanchanaburi police race to rescue British teen’s lost luggage
Kanchanaburi Tourist Police swiftly responded to a report concerning a British teenager who yesterday left his shoulder bag on a taxi’s roof. The 19 year old man, identified as Southgate, had travelled from Bangkok to Kanchanaburi and forgotten his bag, containing his passport, a 50 baht banknote, and some foreign currency, on the taxi’s roof upon arrival at his guesthouse.…
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Thai woman accused of forcing daughter to trade sex for Yaba
A 22 year old woman from the Isaan province of Buriram sought help from the director of the Opportunity Foundation, accusing her mother of forcing her to have sex with drug dealers to obtain methamphetamine, also known as Yaba. Opportunity Foundation Director Warut Khamkanake accompanied the 22 year old woman, known as A, to Mueang Buriram Police Station to file…
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Husband of ex-actress charged for 93 million baht porn site
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) filed charges against the husband of a former famous actress, the owner of a website that intercepted and distributed pornographic material, causing damages exceeding 93 million baht. The Deputy Director of the Technology and Information Cases Division, Ratchaphruek Chudam, along with a team of special case investigators, yesterday, June 5, submitted 121 investigation files,…
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Bangkok man arrested for fatal stabbing driven by jealousy
Bangkok police arrested a 23 year old man for brutally stabbing his girlfriend eight times in a fit of jealousy behind her apartment complex. The incident resulted in the tragic death of the woman, who was followed home in a planned attack. The police yesterday were alerted to the crime at around 1am. Officers from Bang Khun Thian Police Station…
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Teenage murderer attempts suicide after killing girlfriend
A teenage murderer’s suicide bid failed yesterday after he killed and dismembered his 18 year old girlfriend and dumped her body under a motorway in the central province of Pathum Thani. The body of a naked woman with no hands, which was found under the Udon Ratthaya motorway yesterday, was identified as 18 year old Waranya, also known as Ming…
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Jealous ex-husband shoots rival after child’s birthday party
A tragic incident unfolded in Phetchaburi when a former husband, driven by jealousy, shot his ex-wife’s new partner with a 9mm gun, leading to the latter’s death. The incident took place after a child’s birthday party. Police Colonel Wanchai Khaoram, Director of Phetchaburi Provincial Police Station, rushed to the emergency room of Phra Chom Klao Hospital in Phetchaburi upon receiving…
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Police crackdown on illegal immigrants in Sisaket railway market
Police in Sisaket intensified their crackdown on illegal immigrants, focusing on the railway market area. The operation aims to prevent potential threats to the safety of locals and tourists. Police detained Thonglueng Chuyad, a 31 year old resident of Mueang Phon Thong in Champasak, Laos. She was apprehended for entering and staying in Thailand without proper documentation. The arrest was…
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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,…
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CCTV captures gang stealing two motorcycles near Pattaya
A gang of motorcycle thieves has been captured on CCTV stealing two motorcycles in one night near Pattaya. The incident occurred on June 3 at a building in the Pong sub-district, Banglamung district, Chon Buri province. The first victim, Paweena Hongsithong, reported the theft of her white and blue Honda Wave 125i motorcycle with a red license plate from the…
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Police intercept buses carrying nearly 100 illegal migrants
Acting on an anonymous informant, police intercepted four tour buses, uncovering a smuggling operation of nearly 100 illegal migrants to enter the country. Two bewildered Thai passengers found themselves surrounded by non-Thai speakers. Highway Police, under the command of Siriraj Sukanmala, yesterday, June 4, at 12.10am, received intelligence about illegal migrants travelling on Highway 101. Officers identified and stopped four…
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Owner pours hot water on pregnant husky for stealing food (video)
A distressing incident recently shared online shows the severe mistreatment of a pregnant Siberian Husky, where its heartless owner poured hot water over the dog after it ate some snacks without permission. The ensuing outrage on social media led to legal action against the owner. In the video shared online, the owner tied the dog in a bathroom and repeatedly…
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Iranian businessman nabbed for 21 million baht fraud in Bangkok
Immigration Bureau officers arrested an Iranian businessman in Bangkok for defrauding his friend, causing damages worth over 21 million baht. The Immigration Bureau announced its successful operation during a press conference today, June 5. Among several cases reported, the 61 year old Iranian man, Abul, was arrested at a condominium on Romklao Road in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok…
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Former aide arrested in Nakhon Pathom for illegal firearm sales
Police arrested a former aide to a well-known provincial headman in Nakhon Pathom for illegal firearms sales, claiming he had a passion and skill for it. The suspect is currently appealing a conviction for evidence destruction related to a high-profile murder case. Police arrested 39 year old Chatree on charges of selling firearms and ammunition without a permit, possessing firearms…
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Chon Buri police warns on vehicle buys with dodgy documents
Authorities in Chon Buri issued a warning on buying vehicles with incomplete documents or registration after an incident involving a stolen license plate led to the wrongful accusation of a car owner. Officers from the Mueang Chon Buri Police Station responded to a call around noon yesterday, following a report that a black Mitsubishi Attrage was found with a stolen…
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Body of naked woman with no hands found under motorway
The grim discovery of a naked woman with no hands was made under the Udon Ratthaya motorway in the Mueang district of Pathum Thani this morning. The young woman believed to be in her early 20s and thought to be a university student, was found wrapped in a grey bedsheet and discarded among trash and grass. Both her hands had been…
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Elderly Thai couple’s buried backyard gold stash vanishes (video)
An elderly Thai couple lost more than 200,000 baht worth of gold accessories after burying them in their backyard in the northern province of Lamphun on Monday, June 3. The elderly man, 71 year old Prawet Sitha, asked officers from Pasang Police Station to help track down the thief who dug up the gold accessories from his backyard. Prawet explained…
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Transport company accused of 10 million baht unpaid wages
A prominent transport company in Thailand has come under fire for allegedly failing to pay over 100 subcontracted delivery drivers, with total unpaid wages amounting to more than 10 million baht. Some affected drivers, who had recently bought vehicles to undertake delivery work, have had to return them due to the financial strain from the unpaid wages. Today, June 5,…
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Thai court remands Chaowalit after nine-hour interrogation
Police have detained Chaowalit “Paeng” Thongduang, who remains resolute after nine hours of interrogation, denying all allegations against him. He was remanded by the Nakhon Si Thammarat Provincial Court before being flown to Bangkok. Officers from Nakhon Si Thammarat City Police Station escorted Chaowalit from his cell to the provincial court early today, ensuring strict security throughout the journey. The…
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Thai jail escapee accuses Indonesian cops of stealing diamond ring
A notorious Thai prison escapee accused Indonesian police of stealing his diamond ring during his arrest in Bali after seven months on the run. The infamous Chaowalit “Paeng” Thongduang, who escaped from custody during a dental appointment at Maharat Nakhon Si Thammarat Hospital on October 22, last year. Following his escape, he went live on social media, alleging mistreatment by…
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