PHUKET: A 23-year-old food delivery rider has been arrested after allegedly burgling two foreign-owned homes in Chalong and stealing cash, cameras and other property worth more than B3.69 million.
PHUKET: A 23-year-old food delivery rider has been arrested after allegedly burgling two foreign-owned homes in Chalong and stealing cash, cameras and other property worth more than B3.69 million.
Thailand's cabinet has approved a national disaster insurance system that will cover about 30 million homes against floods, windstorms, and earthquakes/tsunamis. The program, funded by a 15.5-billion-baht premium budget, provides immediate compensation and additional payouts after damage assessments. It aims to shift disaster response from post-event relief to advance risk transfer and improve government budget planning.
A white pickup truck hit two German tourists crossing a zebra crossing in Phang Nga, killing both. The driver fled the scene, and police are using CCTV to track him down. The victims, Gabriela and Wilbert, were staying at a local hotel and died despite medical efforts.
Deputy Prime Minister Yosschanun Wongsa-wat announced that northern Thailand has been preparing for floodwaters two months in advance, establishing a 24‑hour war room and household‑level alert systems. He said digital‑sonar and digital‑twin technology are being used to survey rivers and plan dredging to improve drainage, while training and shelters are being readied across the region.
Deputy Prime Minister Supachai Suthamphon led the packing of 2,000 relief packages at the Ministry of Commerce to aid flood‑affected residents of Prachinburi Province. The packages contain essential items such as palm oil, milk, canned fish, instant noodles, drinking water, cleaning supplies, and household goods. She also outlined measures to monitor food prices, secure egg supplies, and prevent price gouging during the disaster.
Thailand’s SEC has fined three individuals a total of 6.8 million baht for manipulating the stock of Food and Drinks PCL (F&D). The regulators also barred them from trading securities for 11 months and from holding director or executive positions for 22 months. The misconduct occurred between August 2022 and March 2023 through a deceased intermediary.
Thousands of earthworms surfaced around a disabled man’s house in Chainat province after the Chao Phraya Dam released water at 2,500 cubic meters per second, flooding the surrounding area. The homeowner, who lost both arms and his right leg, said the worms are harmless and he remains safe as long as water levels stay below 3,000 cubic meters per second. Authorities reported widespread flooding across eight districts, affecting thousands of homes and large tracts of farmland.
The Thai government ordered officials to help flood‑affected residents register for relief aid after a 66‑year‑old man was scolded for not knowing how to use the official app. Authorities opened two registration channels — via the “Thang Rat” app and in‑person at local offices — covering 65 provinces and Bangkok from 2 October 2024. Officials, especially in flooded areas, must assist the elderly and vulnerable directly rather than waiting for requests.
Police announced yesterday, October 2, that two Japanese men are safe in Thailand after being lured by a fake job advert, smuggled across the western border and forced to work for a call centre scam gang. Both have been recognised as human trafficking victims. Deputy National Police Chief Pol Gen Thatchai Pitaneelaboot made the announcement … The story Thai police help two Japanese men escape scam gang as seen on Thaiger News.
Thai immigration police arrested a 46‑year‑old Chinese woman, known as Madame Zhang, who was wanted in China for extortion of 350 million baht. She had been hiding in Thailand after entering with valid permission and allegedly used online threats to demand money from victims. Authorities revoked her permission to stay and are preparing to deport her to face charges in China.
Thailand's gold prices fell sharply on October 3, with jewelry selling at 66,700 baht per baht weight, down 500 baht from the previous day. The Gold Traders Association reported that gold bars traded between 65,700 and 65,900 baht, while the global spot price stood at 4,140 USD per ounce. Association leaders forecast a possible rebound of 1,000–2,000 baht tomorrow.
