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Police

Bangkok Man Arrested Same Day for Shooting Rival

A 20-year-old Bangkok man was arrested the same day after shooting a rival during a dispute over a young woman in Khlong Toei, leaving one victim wounded three times in the shoulder and chest.

Bangkok Man Arrested Same Day for Shooting Rival
29 Jul Khaosod

Police from Khlong Toei Station arrested a 20-year-old suspect (identified as Mr. Kor) on July 29, 2569, following a shooting on Pridi Banomyong Lane 47. Officers recovered a Zoraki Model 914 blank-firing pistol chambered in .380, a magazine, a black Honda PCX motorcycle, and clothing worn during the incident.

Authorities received a report of an attempted murder at approximately 7:23 a.m. Investigation revealed that the suspect had arrived on the black PCX to pick up a young woman staying with the victims. An argument broke out before the suspect left, only to return with the firearm and shoot at the group, striking one victim three times in the shoulder and chest. The suspect then fled on the motorcycle.

Through CCTV review and investigation, police identified and apprehended the suspect shortly after. Under questioning, he admitted to the shooting, stating he returned with the weapon after the confrontation and dispute with the victims. Preliminary charges include attempted premeditated murder, unlawful possession and carrying of firearms in an urban area, and reckless discharge of a firearm in a populated area. The suspect has been handed over for further prosecution.

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Breaking

Family Doubts YouTuber Himlun's Death Reports From Georgia

Thai backpacking YouTuber Himlun Solo's family rejects reports of his death in Georgia, insisting they need official confirmation from authorities before accepting claims he has vanished while traveling.

Family Doubts YouTuber Himlun's Death Reports From Georgia
29 Jul Khaosod

At 9:50 p.m. on July 29, reporters gathered at the residence of Himlun Solo—real name Bowortat Berngsuek—a Thai backpacking YouTuber who vanished mysteriously in Georgia. While social media and reports from Georgia have circulated about his fate, family members remain unconvinced without official confirmation from the Georgian consulate.

Himlun's grandmother, Soam Berngsuek, stated she still believes her grandson is alive and urged all relevant authorities and the public to help locate him and bring him home safely. She called on him to return immediately if he hears the news, as family members await his arrival.

Regarding rumors that he died by suicide, she flatly rejected the notion, describing her grandson as a cheerful, kind-hearted person beloved by others with no enemies or conflicts. She noted he was actively saving money to build and renovate a house, making suicide inconceivable. She prayed for divine protection.

Himlun's aunt, Ponsawan Muangnikom, 40, echoed that the family cannot believe he is dead because no one—no official body or authority—has confirmed it or provided evidence such as photographs, a body, or passport documentation.

Himlun's sister, Boworlak Berngsuek, said the family and relatives cannot confirm or verify his death and have no answer to how or why. No relevant authority has issued official confirmation or notification; only various Facebook pages helping search for him have reported news. Without 100 percent official verification of death, the family refuses to accept it.

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National

Thailand Woodball Team Wins 2 Gold, 3 Bronze at World Championship

Thailand's woodball team won two gold medals and three bronze medals at the 9th World Woodball Championship in Perlis, Malaysia, with standout performances in individual and team events.

Thailand Woodball Team Wins 2 Gold, 3 Bronze at World Championship
29 Jul Khaosod

The Crown Prince of Perlis, Malaysia, and his consort, along with members of the royal family, presided over the opening ceremony of the 9th World Woodball Championship 2026 (WCWC2026) at UniMAP University's woodball field in Perlis, Malaysia. The Thai Woodball Sports Association, led by Secretary General Pabhawit Atthsilpakij, sent the Thai national team to compete in the tournament. The Thai woodball athletes achieved outstanding results, earning 2 gold medals and 3 bronze medals. The two gold medals came from the men's individual scoring category (Rungrojn Jittapong) and the women's individual striking category (Kritsana Khaodie). The three bronze medals were won in the men's team scoring category, comprising Rungrojn Jittapong, Naphichphorn Khaodie, Kijjathorn Oowiang Khoi, Kaptan Chanthachay, Kornisak Buajanthorn, and Seree Bualoei; the men's doubles scoring category with Rungrojn Jittapong and Naphichphorn Khaodie; and the mixed doubles striking category with Kijjathorn Oowiang Khoi and Kritsana Khaodie. This achievement significantly enhances the reputation and demonstrates the international standing of Thailand's woodball athletes.

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Police

Man Surrenders After M16 Rampage in Rayong City

A 24-year-old man surrendered in Rayong after firing an M16 rifle into a residential neighborhood on July 20, claiming he acted recklessly while intoxicated. Police recovered the weapon and a getaway vehicle, and are searching for his accom

Man Surrenders After M16 Rampage in Rayong City
29 Jul Khaosod

On July 20, residents of the Sala Daeng-Ban Chon soi in Mueang Rayong district were awakened around 2 a.m. by dozens of consecutive gunshots that terrified the neighborhood. Police investigators found two 5.56 mm shell casings and one unfired round near the village entrance and collected them as evidence. Using CCTV footage, officers identified a sedan used in the incident and traced it to a 24-year-old suspect named Ton. After obtaining a search warrant from Rayong Provincial Court on July 24, police found him absent from his home in Ban Khao district.

On July 29, facing police pressure, Ton surrendered and turned over an M16A1 rifle used in the shooting, a 30-round magazine, and the purple sedan used as the getaway vehicle. In his confession, Ton said he and his friend Nat had been drinking at Mae Rampung Beach that evening. He asked Nat to retrieve the loaded M16 rifle, and while driving home after drinking, Ton impulsively fired it into the air out of recklessness and intoxication.

Police have charged Ton with firing a weapon in public, illegal possession of military-grade firearms and ammunition, and violations of the Weapons Act. His accomplice Nat has not yet surrendered; police will request an arrest warrant if he does not come forward voluntarily.

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Breaking

Popular Travel Youtuber Mourns Death of Fellow Creator

Thai travel vlogger Benz Gaijin paid tribute to fellow creator Hloune Solo, whose body was found in a Tbilisi hotel in July after he vanished while traveling in Georgia.

Popular Travel Youtuber Mourns Death of Fellow Creator
29 Jul Khaosod

Thai travel vlogger Benz Gaijin has mourned the death of fellow creator Hloune Solo, calling him the finest travel content creator Thailand has ever seen. Hloune Solo, real name Buawarat Pengsuk, mysteriously vanished while traveling in Georgia. His body was found in a hotel in Tbilisi on July 29, 2025. On his page The Gaijin Trips, Benz posted: "I want to express my condolences to Hloune. No Thai person has ever made travel videos as well as he did. He was the best we've ever had, and it's a shame I never got to tell him face to face." The post drew numerous responses, with followers expressing concern for Benz's own safety, as he too travels solo. Many urged him to be cautious and avoid risky situations, reminding him that his family and loved ones worry about him.

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Regional

Six Families Trapped in Dead-End Area Forced to Climb Over Fence

Six families in Ang Thong Province are forced to climb fences to access their homes after a landowner blocked the only exit route with a brick barrier, following their complaint to the Ombudsman's Office.

Six Families Trapped in Dead-End Area Forced to Climb Over Fence
29 Jul Khaosod

Residents of six homes in a dead-end area are forced to climb over fences to enter and exit their homes after filing a complaint with the Ombudsman's Office, as the landowner has now blocked access with a fence.

On July 29, 2569, reporters visited six homes in Moo 2, Sala Daeng Subdistrict, Muang District, Ang Thong Province. The area is a dead-end with no road access, housing approximately 20 residents who must now climb fences to leave. After residents filed a complaint with the Ombudsman's Office, which promised to mediate on August 5, the landowner constructed a brick fence, completely blocking the path. Residents now fear trespassing accusations and must use ladders to access their homes. The six houses are surrounded by fences from the Provincial Commerce Office, Provincial Fisheries Office, Provincial Industry Office, and private land.

When interviewed, 49-year-old Thanyakamon reported that after filing the complaint, the Ombudsman's Office promised to arrange a meeting to find a solution on August 5. However, the landowner built the brick fence barrier before that date, leaving no way out. Residents must use ladders to enter and exit, and they fear trespassing charges. One house has a bedridden patient, so she is asking government agencies to intervene and negotiate to open an access route until a permanent solution is found.

Muang District Chief Raksak Tianchaya met with the residents and coordinated with the landowner to temporarily open an access route the next day. The district is seeking to establish a permanent public route using a government property road near the Provincial Commerce Office and Provincial Fisheries Office for future access.

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Police

Fraud Charges Filed Against Local Government Exam Officials

Thirteen suspects have been summoned to face fraud charges related to rigged local government personnel exams, including a former Department of Local Administration chief who requested a one-week delay in his July 31 court appearance.

Fraud Charges Filed Against Local Government Exam Officials
29 Jul Khaosod

Police spokesman Pol. Lt. Gen. Patanasak Bubphasuwanna revealed progress in a corruption case involving fraudulent local government personnel exams on July 29. Summons have been issued to 13 suspects to appear on July 31, including former Department of Local Administration chief Theerutham Supaviboolpol and Rueangdej Sirikij of Srinakharinwirot University's testing office. While Rueangdej confirmed he would appear as scheduled, Theerutham requested a one-week postponement citing absence from the province and a long holiday period. Both will face seven charges. The remaining 11 suspects, discovered altering exam data at a company in Nonthaburi, are expected to be summoned soon, though meeting dates have not been confirmed. If any suspects fail to appear by July 31, a second summons will be issued, and if they still do not comply, arrest warrants will be sought. Additionally, on July 31, investigators will visit the detention facility to file additional charges against three suspects—Win Thanpochraphokhin, Sataporn Thanpochraphokhin, and Pichit Thungprom—for allegedly abetting officials in misconduct under Thai Criminal Code Article 86 in conjunction with Article 157.

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Breaking

Family Awaits Official Confirmation on Missing YouTuber Hloon

Thai YouTuber Hloon Solo's family held a vigil at their Kalasin home on July 29 after social media reports claimed his death, but they await official confirmation from the Georgian consulate before accepting the news.

Family Awaits Official Confirmation on Missing YouTuber Hloon
29 Jul Khaosod

The family of Thai YouTuber Hloon Solo, whose real name is Bowortat Pengsuk, held a vigil at his home in Samet District, Kalasin Province on July 29, hoping that alarming social media reports of his death are untrue. His sister Boworluk Pengsuk stated that throughout the day the family received multiple messages claiming her brother had died, but they have received no official confirmation from the Georgian consulate or any relevant authorities. She expressed that the family remains skeptical of the social media reports, saying "We believe half and don't believe half," and are waiting for official clarification from the consulate about whether Hloon is still alive.

District Chief Wirat Rachchalai assigned administrative staff and community leaders to visit the family and offer support during this difficult time. Despite the somber atmosphere at the home, family members and relatives continue to pray and hope for a miracle, refusing to accept the reports without official confirmation. Earlier in the day, when Hloon's brother posted a missing person appeal, the social media response was hopeful and positive, with many people sharing and searching for clues about his whereabouts in Georgia.

However, evening social media posts suggesting tragedy caused the family's mood to darken considerably. Nonetheless, all three family members and relatives remain hopeful that Hloon is safe, as they have not received any official confirmation of his death. They are awaiting updates and clarification from the Georgian consulate or related authorities.

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Police

Soldier Loses Foot to Landmine While Clearing Sra Kaew Border

A soldier lost his left foot and sustained shrapnel wounds when a landmine detonated during mine-clearance operations in Sra Kaew Province's Kok Sung District on July 29. The injured serviceman is receiving medical care and rehabilitation s

Soldier Loses Foot to Landmine While Clearing Sra Kaew Border
29 Jul Khaosod

The Army reported on July 29 that a soldier was injured by a landmine while conducting mine-clearance operations in a former minefield area near Nong Jan village in Kok Sung District, Sra Kaew Province as part of the 1st Humanitarian Demining Task Force's (HDTF-1) operations.

Over several years, HDTF-1 has successfully cleared 76.73 percent of the designated area, recovering a total of 489 mines and explosive remnants. The demining effort will continue to achieve complete clearance and safety for the region.

The incident resulted in the soldier's left foot being severed and shrapnel wounds across his body. Personnel provided immediate assistance and transported him to Arunprathet Hospital for urgent medical treatment, where he remains under close medical supervision.

Army Commander Pol. Gen. Windhai Suvaree stated that the Commander of the Royal Thai Army has ordered all relevant units to provide comprehensive care for the injured soldier, including medical treatment, rehabilitation, and full benefits and welfare. He emphasized that all personnel must conduct demining operations with extreme caution and vigilance, prioritizing safety at all times to ensure efficient and continuous progress in creating safe areas for residents along the border.

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Police

Gunshots Heard as Russian Siblings Vanish in Thailand

Two Russian siblings disappeared in Thailand after gunshots were heard near their location on July 26; authorities suspect involvement by two recently released convicts who are considered armed and dangerous.

Gunshots Heard as Russian Siblings Vanish in Thailand
29 Jul Khaosod

Residents in the area reported hearing gunshots from the forest behind their homes on the evening of July 26—first three shots, then another five to seven shots—followed by the sound of a man shouting, though they couldn't make out the words. Initially dismissing it as teenagers firing weapons, locals reconsidered when news broke that two Russian siblings had disappeared without a trace. Upon investigating the forest where the gunshots were heard, they found only footprints but no sign of the siblings, prompting authorities to conduct a more thorough search.

Information from nearby residents revealed that the suspects had been released from prison just one week before after serving time for armed robbery, causing significant alarm in the community. Reports also indicate that one of the suspects fired a gun while driving an armed patrol vehicle on the motorway, shooting indiscriminately toward the sky around kilometer markers 3+500 and 2+900 without apparent reason. Authorities warned the public that the suspect is dangerous, carries firearms regularly, and may possess explosives.

Over 200 police officers, local administrators, and rescue personnel mobilized to search the area surrounding where the motorcycle was found, dividing into multiple teams to conduct a thorough 3-hour search of the forest. However, no additional traces or clues of the missing siblings were discovered. At 4 p.m., police cordoned off a house in the area after reports that two suspects, identified as Mr. Pong and Mr. Thang, were hiding inside. A search of the house found no one, but the homeowner reported that both men had arrived around 10 a.m. on July 26—the same day the siblings disappeared—covered in mud. They remained at the house for only an hour before leaving again.

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National

Thammanat Denies Monaco Secret Meeting With Thaksin

Palang Pracharath leader Thammanat Prommachan denied rumors of secret talks with Thaksin in Monaco, claiming his trip to France was purely a family vacation with no political dealings involved.

Thammanat Denies Monaco Secret Meeting With Thaksin
29 Jul Khaosod

On July 29, Thammanat Prommachan, leader of the Palang Pracharath Party, posted on his personal Facebook account to address rumors of negotiations with the Pheu Thai Party in Monaco aimed at garnering support to replace the prime minister. He stated that he traveled to France and Monaco for genuine vacation with his family and that there was no political business involved. "I don't like operating in secret and there's no need for me to sneak across oceans to meet Thaksin in Monaco," he wrote, adding that he would not need to swear an oath anywhere and that checking Thaksin's travel records would show he never went to Monaco. Thammanat further clarified that he used a parliamentary recess to take a pre-planned vacation with his wife and children, with no meetings with Thaksin whatsoever.

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