Thailand video news | British man dies after Bangkok street scuffle, Mystery underwater device found on Malaysian beach
In Thailand video news, Alex and Jay bring the latest news from Thailand and Southeast Asia, covering major political and public safety developments. In Thailand, a British man’s sudden death after a street altercation raises questions, while MP Rangsiman Rome accuses PM Paetongtarn of shielding her father, Thaksin, from prison. A German tourist was brutally attacked in Pattaya, and a school bus fire in Trat ended without casualties thanks to a quick-thinking driver. Meanwhile, a Krabi hotel saw chaos as a Dutch tourist ran naked in a hallucinatory state. In regional news, Vietnam’s Truong My Lan appeals to a massive money laundering sentence, Cambodia’s Hun Sen faces a family crisis, and Malaysia investigates a mysterious underwater device. Elsewhere, Indonesia’s Mount Dukono erupted again, and an LPG tanker ran aground off Koh Larn, sparking environmental concerns.
British Man Dies After Bangkok Street Scuffle
A 28-year-old British man collapsed and died after a chaotic street encounter in Bangkok’s Bang Sue district on Sunday night. Witnesses say he acted erratically, tried to enter a karaoke bar, and allegedly attempted to steal a phone and motorcycle before workers restrained him. The workers claim the altercation wasn’t violent and suspect drugs or exhaustion played a role. Police are awaiting autopsy results while holding two workers for questioning.
Rangsiman Accuses PM Paetongtarn of Protecting Thaksin
During a heated 100-minute censure debate, MP Rangsiman Rome accused PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra of shielding her father, Thaksin, from prison. He alleged that top officials conspired to keep Thaksin in a Police Hospital VIP room instead of jail after his August 2023 return. Rangsiman also claimed Paetongtarn gave Thaksin a mobile phone in violation of prison rules and rewarded officials involved in the cover-up. He likened the situation to a “jailbreak” and called for accountability.
LPG Tanker Runs Aground Off Koh Larn, No Leak Reported
An LPG tanker ran aground near Koh Larn’s Tawaen Beach off Pattaya but fortunately wasn’t carrying gas, preventing environmental damage. The NP Bangpakong, owned by SC Group Holding, struck rocks at Laem Whale around 2:25 AM on March 25. The company admitted the crash resulted from the captain’s negligence and is cooperating with authorities. A tugboat is en route for salvage, while officials work to protect nearby coral reefs.
German Tourist Beaten by Mob in Pattaya
A group of about ten men brutally assaulted German tourist David Adrian Lelonek, 40, on Pattaya Beach Road in the early hours of March 25, leaving him with severe facial injuries. Police quickly arrested three suspects who claimed they were defending a motorbike taxi driver after a misunderstanding. Shocking video footage of the attack has raised concerns over Pattaya’s safety. Authorities continue searching for the remaining attackers.
School Trip Bus Catches Fire, All Children Safe
A school bus carrying 35 students and seven teachers caught fire in Trat Province on March 24, but a quick-thinking driver safely evacuated everyone. The fire, likely caused by an air conditioning short circuit, broke out around 5:40 PM. Emergency crews extinguished the flames within 30 minutes. Officials praised the driver’s fast response, which prevented a tragedy.
Naked Dutch Tourist Injured After Krabi Hotel Rampage
A 51-year-old Dutch tourist, Ronald Hillmar, ran naked through a Krabi hotel in a hallucinatory state on March 24, alarming staff. He had earlier fallen downstairs, sustaining bruises, and refused medical help. Police intervened after he began shouting incoherently. Authorities suspect drugs or alcohol played a role. Hillmar was scheduled to check out that evening, but his erratic behaviour led to his hospitalisation.
Vietnam Tycoon Appeals $17.7B Money Laundering Sentence
Vietnamese tycoon Truong My Lan, already sentenced to death for a $27 billion fraud, has appealed a separate life sentence for laundering $17.7 billion. Authorities accuse her of secretly controlling Saigon Commercial Bank while holding just 5% of shares. Her financial scheme devastated thousands, sparking public outrage. Thirty-three others sentenced alongside her have also appealed. A verdict in this second case is expected on April 21.
Hun Sen Faces Family Crisis as Wife and Brother Ail
Cambodia’s Senate President Hun Sen faces personal turmoil as his wife recovers from surgery while his elder brother, Hun San, remains critically ill. In a heartfelt post, Hun Sen expressed sorrow over being unable to care for both. A mysterious image on his phone showing his brother’s photo appearing to cry has sparked speculation. His message has drawn widespread sympathy.
Mystery Underwater Device Found on Malaysian Beach
A torpedo-shaped object washed up on Malaysia’s Seberang Takir Beach, raising security concerns. Though cleared of explosives or radiation, experts identified it as a $210,000 Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV) used for oceanographic research but also capable of military surveillance. Similar devices have appeared in the Philippines and Indonesia, some linked to China. Authorities are investigating its origin amid growing concerns over unauthorised monitoring.
Mount Dukono Erupts Again, Ash Column Hits 600 Metres
Mount Dukono in North Maluku erupted again on Tuesday morning, sending a thick grey ash column 600 metres into the sky. Winds pushed the ash northeast, prompting warnings for residents and tourists to stay at least four kilometres from the Malupang Warirang Crater. Authorities urge locals to wear masks as shifting wind patterns could worsen ashfall.
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