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Herbal hustlers busted in Pattaya: Foreign workers found
Law enforcement officers yesterday raided three herbal product stores in Pattaya, uncovering a tangled web of deceit, illegal employment, and dubious health claims. The raid was triggered by complaints from the Pattaya Indian Community Association, which accused certain stores of ripping off customers with overpriced and ineffective herbal remedies. It was alleged that these businesses were using foreign nationals to…
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Pedestrian killed in Pattaya traffic accident
A pedestrian lost his life in a road accident in Pattaya after being struck by a car during heavy traffic. The tragic incident occurred at 7.30pm yesterday, August 7, in front of the Agricultural Technology Promotion Centre for Plant Protection, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province. Rescue personnel and police officers promptly arrived at the scene following…
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Pattaya police intervene to stop violence as Kuwaiti tourists clash
Tensions escalated once more as Kuwaiti youths clashed in Pattaya last night, leading to police intervention. Police in Pattaya City were alerted to a brawl in the Soi Yensabai area of South Pattaya. The incident occurred around 11.06pm, yesterday, August 7, and officers from the Pattaya City Police Station quickly arrived at the scene. Upon arrival, the police discovered two…
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Woman’s drink driving leaves motorcyclist injured in Pattaya
A woman driving a car collided with a motorcycle, leaving the male rider seriously injured. The police suspect the woman was intoxicated and have sent her for alcohol testing. The incident occurred at 1am today, August 8, on Sukhumvit Road, Pattaya, near Chaiyaphruek Intersection. At the scene, officials found a severely damaged Honda Jazz with a Bangkok registration that had…
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Kuwaiti man rides against traffic flow and crashes into Thai riders
A Kuwaiti man rode a motorcycle against the flow of traffic in Pattaya and collided with another motorcycle carrying four Thai people, resulting in serious injuries in the early hours of yesterday morning. A motorcycle accident was reported to Mueang Pattaya Police Station at approximately 5.46am yesterday, August 6. The accident occurred on Pattaya Sai Sarm Road, also known as Chalermprakiat…
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Shocking assault on Canadian tourist on Pattaya Soi 6
Pattaya’s notorious Soi 6 is back in the spotlight, and not for the right reasons. A brutal attack on a Canadian tourist has left the city’s reputation as a safe tourist destination in tatters. On the night of July 31, 65 year old Mark Robert Westendorf, a former oil company manager, was savagely beaten by men posing as bouncers. Now,…
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Five teens arrested after violent Pattaya Beach birthday clash
Five teenagers from Thailand were arrested after attacking a group of teens who travelled from another province to celebrate a birthday in Pattaya. The incident escalated into the violence on Pattaya Beach, resulting in many injuries. The Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, Police Colonel Nawin Thirawit, yesterday, August 4, around 9.30pm, led officers in the apprehension of the five suspects.…
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Villagers flock to Pattaya for blessed amulets from revered monk
Excitement filled the air at Sawangboriboon Thammasathan Foundation in Pattaya City today as villagers and amulet enthusiasts gathered to secure amulets from Luang Pu Buaket Pathumsiro, a revered monk from the eastern region. The Barami Pathumsiro model, believed to bestow blessings, attracted significant interest. This initiative aims to raise funds for Bang Lamung Hospital. Since early morning, parents, siblings, and…
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Pattaya cops stop brawl between Kuwaiti tourists & Thai bikers
Pattaya City police intervened to halt a confrontation involving Middle Eastern tourists, primarily from Kuwait, and young Thai men, many of whom were Bolt motorbike taxi app riders, in the early hours of yesterday. Captain Pansan Krongsit received the report at 5am, Saturday, August 3, leading officers to Soi Yen Sabai in Nongprue, where they discovered evidence of a conflict,…
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Korean tourist vanishes with free rent and cash in Pattaya
A Pattaya rental room operator was left high and dry by a cunning Korean tourist. A 49 year old owner of a rental room on Soi Chaloem Phra Kiat 11, Pattaya 3 Road, shared his experience yesterday, August 1, to caution other rental operators. Arinthat provided CCTV footage showing the face of the elusive Korean man who swindled him. Arinthat…
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Pattaya minivan owner in despair after drain cover damages vehicle
A 39 year old minivan owner has been left in dire straits after a dislodged drain cover severely damaged his vehicle in Pattaya. On the evening of July 13, near the entrance of Soi Phothisarn on Sukhumvit Road, Kosol’s white Toyota van encountered the rogue cover, which flew up and wreaked havoc on the undercarriage, damaging the fuel tank and power…
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Pattaya initiates youth esports contest to foster unity
The Youth Esports Competition Project has been introduced by the Pattaya City Education Office to provide a platform for young people to display their esports talents while fostering a sense of unity and camaraderie within the community. The grand opening event occurred yesterday at Pattaya City Hall, with Mayor Poramese Ngampiches presiding. Alongside Mayor Poramese were the 2nd Vice President…
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Pattaya seeks public input on Red Line Monorail Project
Pattaya City held a public consultation to gather feedback on the proposed Red Line Monorail Project. The meeting featured presentations on environmental impact mitigation measures and the planned route. Residents attended the session to review the details and provide suggestions to ensure the project meets community needs. Local officials revealed that the Red Line Monorail will stretch from Dolphin Roundabout…
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Pattaya City launches nature restoration to enhance ecotourism
Pattaya City has embarked on a significant nature restoration project aimed at enhancing ecotourism and revitalising the ecosystem in the Na Kluea area. The initiative kicked off with a ceremony at Khlong Nok Yang in Na Kluea, attended by local officials, including Pattaya City Mayor Poramese Ngampiches, Pattaya City Deputy Mayor Manoch Nongyai, and the mayor’s secretary, Phumipat Kamolnat. The…
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Pattaya City buys crabs to boost marine life, supports fishermen
Pattaya City has launched an innovative project to support local fishermen and conserve marine life by purchasing low-grade blue swimming crabs and releasing them into the mangrove forest in Na Kluea. The initiative involves paying 250 baht per kilogramme to fishermen, aiming to balance ecological preservation with community income generation. The Natural Resources Division, Environmental Quality Promotion Division, and the…
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Pattaya City unveils Red Line monorail to boost economic growth
Pattaya City is gearing up to enhance its public transport with the introduction of a new monorail line, which promises to significantly boost the coastal city’s economic development. The Red Line, as it will be known, is set to include 10 stations and cover a distance of 17.37 kilometres. A recent feasibility study, presented during yesterday’s public hearing, confirmed the…
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Heavy rain, strong winds wreak havoc in Pattaya and Na Kluea
Heavy rain and strong winds battered the coastal areas of Pattaya and Na Kluea today, causing significant damage to property and infrastructure. The Meteorological Department of Thailand predicted heavy rain in 80% of the area, focusing particularly on the Eastern region and Bangkok. Additionally, the Southern Andaman coast and the Gulf of Thailand were expected to experience waves up to…
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Thief caught on camera breaking into Pattaya apartments
A daring thief was caught on security cameras sneaking into an apartment building in Pattaya’s Soi Buakhao and breaking into unlocked rooms to steal valuables. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of July 20, was documented on security footage later released by the apartment owner to alert the public. Local reporters visited S.B. Apartments in Soi Buakhao after…
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High crimes: Pattaya police arrest drug-dealing monk
In the latest news of monks behaving badly, another member of the Buddhist faith has been arrested by local police in Pattaya on allegations of selling illegal drugs. This arrest also led to the capture of his supplier. The operation took place yesterday under the direction of Police Colonel Nawin Sinthurat, Chief of the Bang Lamung Police Station. Acting on…
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Pattaya restaurant owner urges police to catch serial thief
A restaurant owner in Pattaya is urging the police to apprehend a thief who has repeatedly targeted her business. Boonyarat, the 40 year old owner of Chill Out 84 restaurant in Soi 5, Nongprue sub-district, Bang Lamung district, Chon Buri province, reported the incidents to the local police. The restaurant has been hit three times within this month alone. On…
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Thai motorcycle taxi rider survives stabbing, robbery in Pattaya
A 60 year old motorcycle taxi rider managed to escape from an armed robber who posed as a passenger before stabbing him in the neck and an attempt to steal from him on Soi Thung Klom Tanman 13 in Pattaya. The motorcycle taxi rider, Sakchai, sought help from a rescue team in the early hours of yesterday, July 24, after…
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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,…
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Pattaya launches mobile health fair for Thai king’s birthday
Pattaya City officials announced the launch of the Pattaya Mobile Health Fair, a new initiative under the Good Health and Happiness Project. The announcement was made during a press conference held at Terminal 21 Pattaya shopping mall in Bang Lamung district. Mayor Poramese Ngampichet and Deputy Permanent Secretary Kiattisak Sriwongchai, who is currently acting as permanent secretary, led the event.…
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Chinese man dies after falling off baht bus in Pattaya (video)
A Thai baht bus driver in Pattaya denied any knowledge of an accident in which a Chinese man fell from his vehicle and later died. Locals in Pattaya condemned the baht bus driver, later identified as Thongchai Thonglueng, for his alleged cruel behaviour after he left the 48 year old Chinese man, Chi Fai Lam, lying in a pool of…
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Pattaya’s art explosion: Colourful contest unveils future stars
Recognising the vital role of promoting cultural growth and conservation, the Pattaya City Cultural Council recently launched the highly anticipated Pattaya City Visual Arts Contest 2024. With the vibrant theme, Pattaya: A Way of Colours, this contest is designed to ignite the creative passions of young and emerging artists from all walks of life. Pattaya City Council President Banlue Kullavanijaya,…
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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…
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Pattaya ice factory chills out local housewives and electricians
Pattaya City Administration and Buakhao Ice Factory management donated essential food items to local housewives and electricians. The event took place on Tuesday, July 16 in the multi-purpose area on the fourth floor, in front of the Thappraya Room at Pattaya City Hall. Pattaya Deputy Mayor Wutisak Rermkitkarn, who recently assumed his role, spearheaded the initiative. He was accompanied by…
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Pattaya boosts safety with new training for 7-Eleven staff
Pattaya Tourist Police, in a joint effort with government and private sector partners, recently organised an extensive training programme for guards and employees of 7-Eleven stores. This initiative is designed to bolster safety measures and enhance the overall experience for tourists visiting the popular convenience stores, particularly those situated around Walking Street. Participants in the training programme acquired vital skills…
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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…
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Pattaya unites community to tackle drug issues
Pattaya City held its second Show, Share, Connect event aimed at assessing the drug situation and fostering community unity in tackling drug problems. The event kicked off at 9am on Tuesday, July 16 at the Chumsai Community Office, chaired by Banjong Banthuraprasit, Vice President of Pattaya City Council. Attendees included members of the Pattaya City Mayor’s working group, city council…
