Rescue

  • Crime NewsTragic tiger cub incident investigated in Chanthaburi

    Tragic tiger cub incident investigated in Chanthaburi

    Police and veterinary teams investigated a tragic incident involving a tiger cub yesterday, February 26 at 2pm in Chanthaburi province. The cub escaped its enclosure during transit to a police station and was fatally struck by a vehicle. Initial examinations revealed its left hind leg was broken, and internal injuries were evident, but the exact cause of these injuries remains…

  • Bangkok NewsPolice operation rescues young foreign girls from Bangkok streets

    Police operation rescues young foreign girls from Bangkok streets

    On February 14, a police operation against panhandling in Bangkok’s Sukhumvit Road area led to the rescue of three young foreign girls. Lumphini police, alongside social workers and Ministry of Social Development and Human Security staff, conducted a sweep from Sukhumvit Soi 3 to the Asok intersection. The operation resulted in the apprehension of 13 homeless women, comprising one Thai,…

  • Crime NewsThai security operation rescues 261 from Myanmar call centre

    Thai security operation rescues 261 from Myanmar call centre

    A Thai security operation successfully received 261 foreign nationals who were previously lured by a call centre scam in Myanmar. The operation yesterday, February 12, at 4.10pm, involved the Ratchamanu Task Force, Border Patrol Police, and local administrative officials in Tak province. At 4pm, the Democratic Karen Buddhist Army (DKBA) handed over 221 men and 39 women from 20 different…

  • Crime NewsThai police rescue student from 1.5 million baht scam

    Thai police rescue student from 1.5 million baht scam

    Thai police were commended for rescuing a university student from a call centre scam that held her for a 1.5 million baht ransom. The incident occurred yesterday, February 5, when the call centre gang lured the student from a renowned university in Rangsit, convincing her to transfer nearly 1.5 million baht. Police Colonel Kiattisak Mitprasat of Khlong Luang Police Station…

  • Bangkok NewsThai teen saved from drowning in Chao Phraya River

    Thai teen saved from drowning in Chao Phraya River

    A 24 year old rider and volunteer from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation jumped into the Chao Phraya River to rescue a 16 year old girl who had fallen in. The incident took place yesterday, February 3 at 3.30pm, and the girl was subsequently taken to Ang Thong Hospital for treatment. Police from Mueang Ang Thong Police Station had been informed…

  • Thailand NewsTragic Chanthaburi drowning: Man dies rescuing dog from pond

    Tragic Chanthaburi drowning: Man dies rescuing dog from pond

    A 67 year old man drowned while attempting to rescue his dog from a pond in Chanthaburi province. The pet was saved by a neighbour, unaware that the owner had drowned. The incident occurred yesterday, February 2, at around 2pm. Police Lieutenant Colonel Thanachet Phromtha, from Mueang Chanthaburi Police Station, received a report from the Chanthaburi Sawang Katanyu Thammasathan Foundation…

  • Phuket NewsPhuket schoolgirls honoured for heroic life-saving rescue

    Phuket schoolgirls honoured for heroic life-saving rescue

    Two high school students from Cherng Talay Wittayakhom School have been hailed local heroines after their quick-thinking actions saved a man’s life earlier this month. Phuket Governor Sophon Suwannarat personally recognised Benchawan Kanphai aka Rinda and Siriporn Ditsawan, both Grade 12 students, in a special ceremony at Phuket Provincial Hall yesterday, January 29, awarding them certificates of appreciation for their courage…

  • Thailand NewsChon Buri teen saved by rescue team after distress incident

    Chon Buri teen saved by rescue team after distress incident

    In Chon Buri, a tense situation unfolded when a 14 year old boy, distressed after being rebuked by his parents for being a troublemaker, was saved just in time by municipal disaster prevention and rescue personnel. The incident occurred yesterday, January 26, at a dormitory in Nong Mai Daeng subdistrict, Mueang district. The young boy was taken from the third…

  • Thailand NewsTrapped tots: Three year old rescued from car drama in Uthai Thani

    Trapped tots: Three year old rescued from car drama in Uthai Thani

    A distressing incident occurred yesterday in Uthai Thani province when a three year old boy became trapped inside a car at Lan Sak market. The police from Lan Sak Police Station received a call from a grilled chicken vendor yesterday, January 6, alerting them to the situation. Police responded to the scene to assist. Upon arrival, they discovered a black sedan parked…

  • Thailand NewsRescue mission underway for lost students in Kanchanaburi forest

    Rescue mission underway for lost students in Kanchanaburi forest

    Rescue teams are working to assist a group of Mahidol University students and lecturers who became lost in the forest in Kanchanaburi during a geology field operation. While initial reports mentioned injuries among the group, all members are now confirmed to be safe. The incident came to light after a Facebook user, Persia Jongtawon, posted an urgent message accompanied by…

  • Aviation NewsBird strike suspected in Azerbaijan Airlines crash, 42 dead

    Bird strike suspected in Azerbaijan Airlines crash, 42 dead

    An Azerbaijan Airlines passenger plane tragically crashed near the city of Aktau in Kazakhstan, with initial investigations suggesting a bird strike as the possible cause. The incident occurred yesterday, December 25, leaving 42 people dead but miraculously 25 individuals survived the ordeal. The plane, which had departed from Baku, Azerbaijan, was en route to Grozny, Chechnya. Due to dense fog…

  • World NewsMyanmar cops rescue kidnapped businessman after deadly shootout

    Myanmar cops rescue kidnapped businessman after deadly shootout

    Police in Myanmar successfully rescued a 78 year old businessman who had been abducted outside a currency exchange shop. The dramatic operation resulted in a shootout, leaving six suspects dead and significant evidence uncovered. The victim, who had not eaten since his capture, was found safe. The incident occurred at 6am on December 13, when Yan Tin Chan was kidnapped…

  • Koh Samui NewsSearch for Myanmar workers underway after Koh Samui landslide

    Search for Myanmar workers underway after Koh Samui landslide

    Rescue efforts are underway to locate two missing Myanmar construction workers following a landslide on Koh Samui. The incident occurred early yesterday morning, December 15 at around 4am, when a landslide engulfed part of a workers’ camp at a resort development site located on a mountain slope in Soi Hima Thong, tambon Maret. Eight workers were asleep at the time…

  • Pattaya NewsGerman man saved by Pattaya rescue team after balcony incident

    German man saved by Pattaya rescue team after balcony incident

    A dramatic rescue unfolded in Pattaya when a German man, visibly distressed, was saved by local rescue workers after attempting to harm himself and leap from a hotel balcony. The incident took place yesterday, December 14 at 5.06pm when the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre was alerted to a foreign individual trying to jump from a hotel building in Soi Pattaya…

  • Thailand NewsClose call: Buffalo rescued from deep well in Chon Buri (video)

    Close call: Buffalo rescued from deep well in Chon Buri (video)

    A dramatic rescue unfolded yesterday when villagers banded together to save a buffalo named Mam, who had fallen into a deep well in Chon Buri province. The incident drew significant attention as the distressed animal, weighing over 500 kilogrammes, found itself trapped 7 metres below ground. The emergency unfolded at around 6.30pm, yesterday, December 10, when the Sawang Het Ban…

  • Thailand NewsHomeless Pattaya woman’s rings locked on swollen fingers

    Homeless Pattaya woman’s rings locked on swollen fingers

    A homeless woman in Thailand found herself in excruciating pain after rings became locked on her swollen fingers, leading to infected wounds. The ordeal, which had rendered her unable to communicate effectively, unfolded in Pattaya on Sunday, December 1. The woman, identified only as 45 year old A, showed up at the Pattaya Police Station desperately seeking assistance. Officers quickly…

  • Bangkok NewsDramatic rescue saves woman from car abduction in Bangkok

    Dramatic rescue saves woman from car abduction in Bangkok

    Two men were apprehended by police after allegedly abducting and assaulting a young woman, tying her up and attempting to flee with her in a car. The dramatic rescue took place on a busy road, ensuring the woman’s safety. The incident occurred yesterday, November 20, at approximately 4.33pm when Sumit Nanon, Deputy Inspector of Thung Khru Police Station, received a…

  • Thailand NewsTeen rescued after leg trapped in rice harvester in Uthai Thani

    Teen rescued after leg trapped in rice harvester in Uthai Thani

    A 17 year old boy suffered a harrowing incident when he slipped and his leg got caught in a rice harvester‘s grain tank. Emergency services rushed to the scene in Uthai Thani province to rescue him using cutting equipment, highlighting the dangers of agricultural machinery. Officials, including Chatmongkol Suwannasate, Deputy Mayor of Nong Chang Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, received an alert…

  • Chiang Mai TravelBest ethical elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Mai

    Best ethical elephant sanctuaries in Chiang Mai

    Chiang Mai is Thailand’s top destination for ethical elephant experiences, offering sanctuaries where elephants roam freely in natural habitats. Choosing an ethical elephant sanctuary supports conservation efforts, helps local communities, and prioritises the well-being of these animals over profit. Explore Chiang Mai’s best ethical elephant sanctuaries and make a positive impact while spending time with these gentle giants in their…

  • Thailand NewsFishing for heroes: Trang fisherman saves boys from drowning

    Fishing for heroes: Trang fisherman saves boys from drowning

    A heroic act unfolded recently when Witit Yanglang, a 26 year old fisherman from Trang province, courageously leapt into the sea to save two 11 year old boys from drowning. The boys, who had been playing near a pier, were rescued just in time, earning Witit widespread admiration as a hero. On the day following the incident, officials, including the…

  • Phuket NewsLost Italian tourist rescued after night in Phuket jungle

    Lost Italian tourist rescued after night in Phuket jungle

    An Italian tourist thanked local officials for their efforts after launching a search to find him when he got lost in the jungle near Nai Yang Beach, Phuket. Tomas Garcia Martin, a 34 year old Italian national, found himself disoriented during a fishing trip on October 13. Realising his predicament, he contacted the Pullman Naithon Hotel, where he was staying,…

  • Thailand NewsMissing Sri Racha cat gets helping paw from trapped ceiling drama

    Missing Sri Racha cat gets helping paw from trapped ceiling drama

    In a dramatic rescue that will leave pet owners double-checking their ceilings, a cat missing for eight days was finally saved after being discovered trapped in an eyewear shop’s ceiling in Si Racha, Chon Buri. The unfortunate feline, Swat, had been unknowingly stuck inside the building undergoing renovations, while its owner, Suwate Hachai, had been frantically searching elsewhere. The Si…

  • Chiang Mai NewsFlooding in Chiang Mai leaves 90 year old stranded

    Flooding in Chiang Mai leaves 90 year old stranded

    A 90 year old grandmother yesterday was left stranded and in need of rescue in Chiang Mai after floodwaters surrounded her home. Her worried family coordinated with emergency services, who safely evacuated her, navigating dangerous conditions. Flooding continued in several areas of Mueang district, Chiang Mai, due to the overflow from the Ping River. Despite the challenging conditions, rescue teams persevered,…

  • Chiang Mai NewsFlood rescue attempt claims elderly woman’s life in Chiang Mai

    Flood rescue attempt claims elderly woman’s life in Chiang Mai

    A rescue operation in Chiang Mai’s Nong Phueng sub-district ended in tragedy when a 71 year old woman, identified only as Nupin lost her life after a rescue boat capsized. The incident occurred as rescue teams attempted to evacuate three residents from a flooded house. During the evacuation, the rescue boat overturned in deep, turbulent waters, plunging all three passengers…

  • Thai LifeRescue P.A.W.S Thailand needs your help for their next chapter

    Rescue P.A.W.S Thailand needs your help for their next chapter

    In 2013, Mike and Paang founded Rescue P.A.W.S (Providing Animal Welfare through Sterilisation) with one mission: to create a brighter future for stray animals in Thailand. At the time, they had no idea just how bright of a future this would become. Now, after 12 years, Rescue P.A.W.S Thailand has grown into a leading not-for-profit organisation. Rescue P.A.W.S specialises in…

  • Thailand NewsWoman in distress threatens rescuers after driving into ditch

    Woman in distress threatens rescuers after driving into ditch

    A dramatic rescue unfolded at the weekend, as a woman, in a state of distress, drove her car into a roadside ditch and threatened rescuers with a knife. Emergency responders and police officers managed to subdue her, averting a potentially dangerous situation. Emergency services in Trat province were alerted to a car accident on Sukhumvit Road yesterday, September 15. Responders…

  • Thailand NewsDriver submerges 4.2 million baht in pond, only 400,000 baht found

    Driver submerges 4.2 million baht in pond, only 400,000 baht found

    A lorry owner faces financial distress after a broker drove a pickup truck into a pond, submerging 4.2 million baht in cash, with only 400,000 baht recovered so far. Efforts are underway to pump out the water and find the remaining 3.8 million baht. At 7.30pm yesterday, September 14, a report emerged that a pickup truck had sunk into a…

  • Thailand NewsDéjà vu: Thai football coach stranded by floods again (video)

    Déjà vu: Thai football coach stranded by floods again (video)

    It was a case of deja vu for Eakapol Jantawong, known as Coach Ek, the football trainer who famously led his young team through the harrowing 2018 Thai cave rescue after he found himself trapped once more – this time on the roof of his house in Thailand’s flood-stricken Mae Sai district. Coach Ek recounted his harrowing experience of being trapped…

  • Thailand NewsBoy stranded in Chiang Rai floodwaters prompts urgent rescue plea

    Boy stranded in Chiang Rai floodwaters prompts urgent rescue plea

    A plea for urgent help emerged as an eight year old boy found himself stranded behind an apartment building in rising floodwaters in Chiang Rai. His aunt posted a distress call on social media, requesting immediate assistance as they had lost contact with the boy and feared for his safety. Yesterday, September 11, a reporter highlighted the severe flooding situation…

  • Thailand NewsRescue worker makes Thai girl’s KFC dream come true

    Rescue worker makes Thai girl’s KFC dream come true

    A rescue worker fulfilled an eight year old girl’s dream of eating KFC after she was found walking to school in the middle of the night. The young girl, excited about a school field trip and eager to see elephants, set off on foot to ensure she wouldn’t miss the bus. The young girl was found walking along the Buriram-Nang…