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Fruit vendor arrested for distributing child pornography in Thailand
The Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) in Nonthaburi yesterday held a press conference announcing the arrest of a fruit seller who was also distributing child pornography for financial gain. Police Lieutenant General Trirong Phiwphan, along with other senior officers, detailed the investigation that led to the capture of 32 year old Thammasorn, a fruit vendor from Chon Buri, who was…
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Phuket man injures neck with knife after forgetting to take his pills
In Kathu district, Phuket, a 41 year old man was hospitalised after inflicting a knife wound upon himself at his residence yesterday, April 28. Police were alerted by a relative about his erratic behaviour, prompting a response from officers. Upon arrival at the house on Soi Irrawaddy 6/3 around 10.15am, officers from Kathu Police Station discovered the man on a…
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Teenager reels in thief after mobile snatched at Pattaya pier
A teenager’s quiet night of squid fishing in Pattaya turned into a real catch of the day, when a suspected thief tried to make off with his mobile, only to get hooked and hauled in by a quick-thinking witness. It was around 9pm on Sunday, April 27, when a peaceful evening at Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya was interrupted by…
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Gang leader in Samut Prakan accused of violent assaults
Ekaphop Lueangprasert, founder of the Sai Mai Tong Rod Facebook page, accompanied two people to file a complaint against the leader of the Five M 888 gang, Fluke, for violent assault and other criminal activities. The incidents involved the assault of a 19 year old student and the coercion of a 15 year old girl, including filming such acts and…
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Summer storm hits Thailand with heavy rain and hail
The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) issued a forecast warning of a summer storm affecting 58 provinces with heavy rain, strong winds, hail, and possible lightning. The announcement yesterday, April 28, to Thursday, May 1, with regions in northern and northeastern Thailand expected to be affected. The TMD’s 24-hour forecast indicates that upper Thailand will experience summer storms, characterised by thunderstorms,…
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Iranian couple nicked after pulling sneaky money scam on tourists
Holidaymakers in Pattaya got more than they bargained for when a smooth-talking Iranian couple allegedly fleeced unsuspecting tourists out of their hard-earned cash before the long arm of the law finally caught up with them. Pattaya Tourist Police chiefs Police Lieutenant Colonel Torlap Tinamat, Pol. Lt. Col. Supharat Meeprecha, Pol. Maj. Apichart Jarurak, with Chon Buri Immigration Police yesterday, April…
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Thai undertaker earns nearly 60,000 baht from gold collected from burials
A Thai undertaker in the central province of Saraburi earned nearly 60,000 baht from gold pieces collected from dead bodies. The man visited a renowned gold shop in Saraburi, Namo Ban Chang Tong, to sell pieces of gold that he had collected throughout his working life. The undertaker stated that he and his colleagues were unsure whether the pieces they had…
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Chinese man denied bail for transgender’s murder in Pattaya
The 42 year old Chinese national, arrested for the murder of a 25 year old transgender woman in Pattaya, was denied bail after a three-hour-long interrogation today, April 28. Officers cited the severity of the crime, along with concerns of his fleeing, as the reason. Following the investigation, Tongyuen Fu, a was escorted to the Pattaya Provincial Court, where police implemented…
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Bangkok officials embezzlement charges for fake bus repairs
Police General Adisorn Ngamjitsuksrisuk, an advisor to the Governor of Bangkok, revealed details of a major corruption case involving the alleged embezzlement of funds intended for the repair of large buses under the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA). The case was uncovered by the Office of the Auditor General (OAG), which discovered irregularities in the disbursement of repair budgets. The investigation…
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Mystery of British man still missing in Thailand lives on
The mystery of the British man who vanished after a legendary beach party in Thailand nearly 20 years ago still remains a puzzle for the police. The police added that the search is far from over. The hunt for missing Norwich man Daniel Hall, who disappeared under baffling circumstances in Thailand in 2008, remains very much alive, police revealed. Hall, a…
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Thailand enforces new rules on liquids and gels for flights
The Civil Aviation Authority of Thailand (CAAT) has issued new regulations restricting the volume of liquids, gels, and sprays that passengers can carry onto aircraft or into restricted airport areas. Effective from April 22, these items must not exceed 100 millilitres per container to avoid confiscation. The Royal Gazette announced that the CAAT had released guidelines for screening liquids, gels, and…
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Xin Ke Yuan Steel’s licences revoked after legal violations
Industry Minister Akanat Promphan announced today that Xin Ke Yuan Steel Co Ltd will have its operating licences permanently revoked, alongside a nationwide ban on its use of induction furnace (IF) technology, following multiple legal violations on the State Audit Office (SAO) building. Akanat explained that Xin Ke Yuan Steel had violated several legal regulations and would face an investigation…
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Good deed gone wrong: Thai woman flicks foreign man’s pet cockroach
A Thai woman attempted to perform a good deed by removing a cockroach from the head of a foreign man, only for him to become angry as the insect was his pet. A video of the angry foreigner, in Kamphaeng Phet in upper central Thailand, circulated on Thai social media platforms over the past week. One of the news Facebook pages,…
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Ayutthaya ordination ceremony draws crowd with elephants
A lively ordination ceremony took place at Wat Pom Raman, in Ayutthaya province for the son of Manoch and Anchalee Khaokaew, renowned proprietors of a religious supply store. Their son, Akkarawit Khaokaew, was ordained with grandeur, riding into the temple on an elephant amidst a vibrant procession. The event drew a lively crowd, including family, friends, and notable guests like…
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DSI hunts 23 suspects after cyberattack on government websites
The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) yesterday announced an intensification of its investigation into a major cyberattack that crippled 16 Thai government websites, disrupting online services across Bangkok, Nakhon Pathom, and Chon Buri. The operation, dubbed Operation Shutdown Backlink, originally kicked off on October 29, 2024, when a group of hackers breached government websites. The hackers redirected traffic to illegal…
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Chinese national arrested in Bangkok for counterfeit goods
Police apprehended a 48 year old Chinese national at a well-known shopping mall in the Pratunam area of Bangkok, today, April 28. The suspect, Yang Jin, was caught smuggling and selling counterfeit goods, with over 27,856 items seized from his store. The operation was led by Police Major General Tasnaphum Charupraphan, with Police Colonel Phuwadech Julkasevi and Police Lieutenant Visarut…
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Foreign Lamborghini driver condemned for dangerous driving
Thai netizens condemned a foreigner in a Lamborghini caught driving dangerously through Phuket. Accusations are flying, with locals alleging that police allow wealthy foreigners to dodge justice by flashing cash. A Thai driver captured the heated exchange with the foreign man and his Thai wife, sharing the explosive video on the Phuket Times Facebook page. The page subsequently shared the…
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Misunderstanding over alleged child abduction in Saraburi clarified
A misunderstanding involving an alleged child abduction gang in Saraburi surfaced after CCTV footage captured the incident. The people involved claimed it was merely playful behaviour. A shop owner supported their statement, and they plan to meet the police yesterday, April 27. The incident began when a Facebook user shared a video showing three men in a white box truck.…
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Fugitive ferry fiend finally caught after 15-year hunt
After evading capture for over 15 years, a former ferry conductor from Khlong Saen Saep has been apprehended for luring and assaulting a 13 year old regular passenger. The incident occurred in a hotel room where the victim was later threatened into silence. Today, April 28, Police Major General Songklot Krikkritaya, commander of the Anti-Human Trafficking Division, ordered the arrest…
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Thailand targets nominee accountants to curb illegal foreign businesses
The Ministry of Commerce is set to introduce regulations preventing people acting as nominees from serving as accountants in a bid to curb foreigners from illegally operating businesses in Thailand. Oramon Sapthaweetham, Director-General of the Department of Business Development, revealed that Deputy Commerce Minister Napintorn Srisanpang, who chairs the Subcommittee on Preventing and Suppressing Nominee Activities, is prioritising the issue…
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Chokchai miracle coin consecration draws large crowd in Kamphaeng Phet
A significant turnout was observed at Wat Nam Dib as devotees gathered for the consecration ceremony, known as Phutthaphisek, of the Wat Nam Dib temple’s latest amulet, the Chokchai miracle coin. The ceremony, led by Phra Khru Phalat “Chokchai” Chaiwuttho, drew a large crowd of disciples and admirers, highlighting the amulet’s popularity. The event took place at the Boonphakdee Buddhist…
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Gunman arrested after killing 17 year old girl over glance exchange
Lam Luk Ka Police Station officers arrested a Thai gunman who killed a 17 year old girl at the weekend following an exchange of glances at a barbecue restaurant in the central province of Pathum Thani on April 20. The 17 year old victim, Wanwisa, also known as Tangmo, lost her life after a fatal shooting on a road in…
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Jailhouse rocks: Thai police go viral for cheeky prison check-in
Wang Noi Provincial Police Station’s Facebook page today shared a humorous post showcasing their prison cell facilities. The post featured two police officers standing inside a jail cell and playfully described the cell’s features and conditions for a check-in. The post invited readers to consider a stay in a loft-style bare concrete room, measuring 31 square metres, complete with a…
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Death dash: Thai man killed after running into traffic in Chon Buri
A 35 year old Thai man met a tragic end on Ban Huai Khai Nao Road, Bang Lamung, when he deliberately darted into oncoming traffic. While one quick-thinking driver narrowly swerved to avoid him, a second vehicle was unable to stop in time, resulting in a fatal collision. Police Lieutenant Monthathip Thongsai from the Huai Yai Police Station received a…
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Phatthalung real estate agent found dead at home
A 69 year old female real estate agent was discovered dead in her home in the Thung Mai community of Phatthalung province. The body was found yesterday, April 27, after neighbours noticed unusual behaviour and reported it to police. Officers from Mueang Phatthalung Police Station, along with rescue officials, responded to the call at 2.30pm. They accessed the single-storey home through…
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Pattaya sees drop in Chinese tourists, welcomed by Europeans
Pattaya is seeing a noticeable decline in Chinese tourist arrivals, a shift met with mixed feelings by locals and long-term visitors. Business owners reliant on mass tourism have voiced concern, while many European tourists and residents are quietly welcoming the change. The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) reported that daily Chinese arrivals in Pattaya have fallen to around 5,000, compared…
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Toyota Vios driver shoots truck driver in Prachuap Khiri Khan
In a shocking early morning showdown, a Toyota Vios driver unleashed six bullets at a truck driver, leaving him critically injured. The dramatic incident unfolded yesterday, April 27, on Phetkasem Road’s southbound stretch near kilometre marker 315 + 600 in the heart of Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan district. The gunman later handed himself over to the police. The car involved,…
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Grim search as death toll hits 62 at SAO tower collapse in Bangkok
Rescue crews are still battling through mountains of concrete to reach the first floor of the collapsed 30-storey State Audit Office tower in Bangkok, with hopes fading for the dozens still missing after the deadly disaster. Demolition workers are expected to reach the first floor of the devastated skyscraper today, April 28, City Hall confirmed, as the official death toll…
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Thailand video news | Chinese Man Arrested for Murder and Dismemberment of Trans Woman in Pattaya, Sword-Wielding Man Arrested After Violent Dispute in Phuket
Today’s regional news, Jay and Alex cover serious crime cases in Thailand, including a murder in Pattaya and public scandals involving tourists. Meanwhile, Thailand moves to modernise immigration procedures with a digital arrival card. Updates from across Southeast Asia also highlight major drug busts, public health initiatives, and trade negotiations shaping the region’s future. Chinese Man Arrested for Murder and…
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2 British men fined after clash with group of Thai men in Pattaya
Two British men clashed with a group of Thai men at a convenience store in Pattaya and were ordered to pay 15,000 baht in compensation. The news Facebook page เจ๊มà¸à¸¢ v+ (Jamoi v+) reported the incident yesterday, April 27, and attached a video of the altercation to the post. The initial cause of the confrontation was a road dispute between…
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