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- Thailand News
Pattaya teens return wallet with cash, win public praise
Two Pattaya teens won widespread praise for their remarkable honesty after finding, and returning, a wallet full of cash. In a moment that highlights integrity over temptation, 14 year olds Noppadol Phuphiphat and Phattraraphol Ngao-ngam stumbled upon a wallet with cash and identification in an ice bucket outside a bustling shopping mall in Pattaya late yesterday, November 21. The boys,…
- Thailand News
Motorcyle thief busted by Bang Lamung’s brave teen vigilantes
In a remarkable display of community spirit and quick thinking, a group of local teens turned heroes yesterday as they apprehended a suspected motorcycle thief in the bustling streets of Bang Lamung. The drama unfolded at 2pm, yesterday, November 10, right in front of a mobile phone repair shop near Wat Boon Samphan, drawing quite a crowd. When Nong Prue…
- Road deaths
Teenager dies in Chachoengsao motorcycle crash with pickup truck
A tragic accident involving six teenagers riding motorcycles ended in the death of 15 year old boy and left two others seriously injured. The crash occurred when their motorcycles collided with a pickup truck waiting to make a U-turn. The incident took place last night around 9pm on Suwinthawong Road, near the Klong Chao Bridge heading into Chachoengsao City. The…
- Crime News
Molotov attack in Udon Thani leaves teen critically injured
A violent altercation in Udon Thani left a young man seriously injured after being attacked with Molotov cocktails. The incident unfolded when a group of youths targeted 18 year old Taa at a notorious intersection known for frequent disturbances. Footage from a nearby CCTV camera captured the harrowing scene, showing Taa and his 18 year old friend Art being pursued…
- Thailand News
2 Thai teens surrender after brutal attack on homeless man in Isaan (video)
Two of the three Thai teenagers involved in the brutal attack on a homeless man in the Isaan province of Nakhon Ratchasima surrendered to the police yesterday. They claimed that another friend ordered them to commit the crime. Locals in the Pak Chong district of Nakhon Ratchasima, along with rescuers from the Sawang Dhammastan Foundation, rushed the homeless man, 60 year…
- Thailand News
Four injured in chaotic Phatthalung street shootout
A shootout between two rival youth gangs on a street in Phatthalung left four individuals injured, including a 17 year old boy in critical condition with a bullet lodged in his chest. According to police reports, the incident occurred around 2am yesterday, September 23 on the Khlong Muay-Kong Ra Road in Village 7, Khlong Sai Khao subdistrict, Kong Ra district.…
- Pattaya News
Thai teens attacked by armed youths in Pattaya park, two injured
A violent confrontation erupted in a Pattaya park, where a group of Thai teenagers were assaulted by armed youths, resulting in two injuries. Shortly after midnight, the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre received a distress call about the incident at Ban Thung Klom Tan Man Park. The rescue team, along with Nong Prue police and reporters, quickly arrived at the scene.…
- Pattaya News
Teenager injured in Pattaya youth clash, mother demands police action
A 15 year old boy was attacked and injured after a confrontation with a rival group in Pattaya, resulting in his mother filing a police report after officers advised her to wait until he recovered. At 2.20am yesterday, September 14, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya Radio Centre received a report of a violent clash among teenagers at the Mitkamol intersection…
- Crime News
Teenagers rob friends on Phra Pok Klao Bridge at gunpoint
Nine local teenagers on motorcycles confronted a group of five friends sitting on Phra Pok Klao Bridge in Thonburi, Bangkok, demanding their shoes and other belongings at gunpoint. The incident occurred around 4am yesterday, August 31. Five friends were relaxing near the stairs of Phra Pok Klao Bridge on Prachatipok Road when a group of nine teenagers arrived on three…
- Thailand News
Three youths steal motorbikes in Rangsit, one still at large (video)
Three youths, one as young as 12 years old, were caught on CCTV stealing motorbikes from a dormitory in Rangsit. Two of the thieves have been apprehended, but one remains at large, and the police urge him to surrender for a chance at mediation. The incident unfolded in the early hours of yesterday, August 29, around 1.02am, when three young…
- Crime News
Teenager killed by youths while helping girl after local event
A 17 year old boy known for his devotion to his grandfather was tragically killed by a group of teenagers from another village. The incident occurred while he was riding his motorcycle to drop off a girl he had met at a local event. Rattanapol, affectionately known as Mark, died from a brain haemorrhage after being assaulted by three teenagers.…
- Thailand News
Teen killed in Lopburi over jealousy-fueled shooting
A 16 year old boy was shot and killed by a 14 year old in Lopburi after the younger boy became jealous over romantic attention towards his girlfriend. The incident occurred yesterday evening. Police received a report at 7.05pm about a shooting at a three-way junction in Ban Nong Krathum, Maha Phot subdistrict, Sa Bot district, Lopburi province. Upon arrival, authorities…
- Thailand News
Teenagers assault woman in Nonthaburi, threaten future attacks
A group of teenagers in Nonthaburi brutally assaulted a young woman on the street, detained her, and forced her to bow at their feet, claiming they were untouchable. The distressing incident came to light through a post on the Facebook page à¸à¸µà¸‹à¹‰à¸à¸‚ยี้ข่าว3 which highlighted the alarming behaviour of a group of 10 male and female teenagers. They lured the victim to…
- Thailand News
Two boys drown in Isaan reservoir searching for lost motorcycle key
Tragedy struck at a reservoir when two boys drowned while searching for a lost motorcycle key. Despite a four-hour rescue effort, divers were unable to find their bodies. The search was called off yesterday, August 19. Police Lieutenant Methasit Wongpadsa of Khemarat Police Station in Ubon Ratchathani was alerted to the incident involving two missing boys at Huai Na Muang…
- Pattaya News
Teenagers cause chaos with late-night food order in Pattaya
A late-night food order in Pattaya ended in chaos when a group of teenagers ordered a large amount of food but refused to accept it upon delivery. The incident left the delivery rider frustrated and out of pocket. Red Skull, a notable account on social media platform X, received a complaint from a food delivery rider who shared his unfortunate…
- Thailand News
Taxi driver assaulted and robbed by teens near Rangsit Station
A taxi driver was assaulted during a livestream near Rangsit Station by a group of teenagers who also stole 2,000 baht and his mobile phone. The incident sparked widespread criticism of the teenagers’ audacious behaviour. The 55 year old taxi driver, Suchart, shared his ordeal at 3pm yesterday, August 19, with an online news outlet. He typically drives his taxi…
- South Thailand News
Teen shot dead in Yala amid rising gang violence
Yala witnessed a tragic incident when two teenagers on a motorcycle shot at another group of youths, resulting in one fatality and one severe injury. The police have been struggling to control frequent gang-related violence in the area. Yala City Police Station yesterday, August 8, received a report of a shooting at the entrance of Banogo Tuen Ngor Alley in…
- Thailand News
Udon Thani residents offer reward to stop nightly disturbances
Residents in Ban Dung, Udon Thani have reached their limit with local teenagers causing nightly disturbances by ringing doorbells. They are offering a 5,000 baht reward for information leading to their capture. Weeraphon Rak Samerwong, administrator of the Ban Dung Update Facebook page, reported receiving numerous complaints from residents in the municipal area of Ban Dung. The complaints involve three teenagers,…
- Thailand News
Teenage gang arrested for impersonating officials and extortion
A teenage gang in Bueng Kan has been arrested for impersonating officials, carrying firearms, and extorting money from individuals. The victims were lured into giving money through threats and intimidation but an undercover police operation led to their capture. Provincial Governor Sompop Samitasiri and police officials yesterday held a press conference announcing the arrest of three suspects, which were as…
- Thailand Cannabis Guide
Significant cannabis intake by teens in Thailand and abroad
Cannabis consumption globally has become a topic of interest with the recent rise in its use among teenagers. The changing legal status of cannabis in Thailand prompts us to query the implications on teen demographics. We will delve into the evolution of teenage cannabis usage, not only in Thailand but also in a global context. This exploration aims to provide…
- Thailand News
Free online therapy for Bangkok’s teenagers launched by DMH
The Department of Mental Health (DMH) has initiated a campaign offering free online therapy sessions to Bangkok’s teenagers. This decision comes in the wake of data revealing a significant prevalence of mental health risks in teenagers. The campaign, christened the Wall of Sharing for Teens, is a brainchild of a joint effort between the Wall of Sharing Foundation, the National…
- Thailand News
Teen gang fatally shoots boy in Udon Thani province
A group of teenagers ruthlessly chased down and fatally shot a 14 year old boy in the Nong Han District, Udon Thani province, leaving two of his peers severely injured. The horrific incident occurred on the evening of March 31, in the village of Ban Yang. Captured by CCTV, five youths on two motorcycles pursued the group to a dead-end…
- Thailand News
Murdered teen’s body found in reservoir in Chiang Mai
A 15 year old boy was savagely beaten and murdered by a group of five teenagers, who then concealed his body by throwing it into a reservoir in Chiang Mai. The assailants, aged between 15 and 17, admitted to the crime, citing a dislike for the victim’s character as the motive. Law enforcement officials apprehended five youths responsible for the…
- Thailand News
Motorcycle crash claims teen’s life in Samut Prakan
A tragic accident occurred this morning when a 17 year old male motorcyclist was killed and his girlfriend critically injured after their motorcycle crashed into a stationary pickup truck in Samut Prakan. The incident took place around 2.30am this morning near the entrance to the Samut Prakan Hospital on Suk Sawat Road, in the Pak Klong Bang Pla Kot subdistrict of…
- Thailand News
Man physically assaulted by teens after Korat festival
A 55 year old man was physically assaulted by a group of teenagers in Nakhon Ratchasima, sparking outrage from his daughter who demanded justice and called for witnesses. The incident occurred on Wednesday, March 13 at approximately 3.30am, during the final night of the Thao Suranari victory celebration in the Korat region. The man fell victim to a brutal attack…
- Thailand News
Update: Sa Kaeo teen murderers’ parents fined for deadly deed
In a landmark ruling, the parents of five teenagers responsible for the death of a 47 year old woman in Sa Kaeo province have been fined 10,000 baht each by the provincial juvenile and family court. The lifeless body of Buaphan Pansu was discovered on January 12 in a pond near a school in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, bearing…
- Thailand News
Buriram shooting: Teenagers injured in revenge attack
A violent encounter last night left two high school students injured after being shot by a younger peer. The incident, which took place near a petrol station in Buriram province, was reportedly an act of revenge on behalf of a friend. The two victims, both Grade 9 students, were attacked as they rode their motorcycle in the vicinity of Nong…
- Thailand News
Thai boy assaulted by jealous teenagers for being ‘too handsome’
A 15 year old Thai boy suffered serious injuries after a group of teenagers beat him up for being “too handsome” in the Isaan province of Udon Thani. Residents in the Ban Nong Kanon Simma in the Ban Dung district of Udon Thani urged the police to take action on the group of teenagers, aged between 12 and 16, responsible…
- Thailand News
Japan’s court sentences young murderer to death in landmark ruling
Japan has confirmed the death penalty for a 21 year old man convicted of murdering two people and setting fire to their house. The Kofu District Court in Yamanashi Prefecture announced the decision on Friday (February 2), following the withdrawal of an appeal by the defendant the day before. The landmark ruling in January marked the first time the death…
- China News
Hong Kong high school kids splash coke on the homeless in pedestrian tunnel (video)
Four heartless Hong Kong teenagers sparked fury after a video surfaced, capturing their disgraceful act of splashing water and coke on an unsuspecting homeless person in a pedestrian tunnel. The disturbing footage unfolded as one teen darts towards the rough sleeper, dousing him in a heartless liquid onslaught. A cohort quickly follows suit, leaving the disoriented victim shocked, while the…
