On May 24, 2569, Col. Phaithun Promkhiao, commander of Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan Police Station, along with deputies and investigation officers, seized approximately 1,060,000 methamphetamine tablets worth over 50 million baht and a red Toyota Yaris with license plate 5กฒ 3471 Bangkok.

The incident began around 1:10 AM when Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan Police received a report of a vehicle collision on Phet Kasem Road south section, near Thai Nam Thip Company's Prachuap branch, approximately 50 meters from Village 4, Tambon Ao Noi, Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan District. Officers found a bronze-silver sedan with license plate กน 4744 Prachuap Khiri Khan had been struck from behind and damaged.

The driver of the struck vehicle, identified as Mr. A (alias), reported that his car was hit near a factory, but the Toyota Yaris driver accelerated and fled. He followed the vehicle to the scene. The Yaris driver, approximately 30 years old, slim build, about 165 cm tall, attempted to negotiate without involving police and offered compensation before seizing an opportunity during the confusion to escape into the nearby scrubland and disappear into the darkness.

During the vehicle search, officers discovered 160 bundles of methamphetamine totaling approximately 1,060,000 tablets packed in seven black plastic bags hidden in the trunk. The drugs and vehicle were seized as evidence. Police reported the findings to Maj. Gen. Athon Chintong, Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Police Commander, who ordered accelerated pursuit of the suspect and accomplices for legal proceedings.

A traditional rocket exploded at a festival launch ground in Yasothon province on May 24, 2026, leaving several people seriously injured, emergency responders confirmed. The incident occurred at the Ban Don Klang rocket field in Kho Nuea subdistrict, Muang district, Yasothon. Rescue workers from Huk 31 emergency services responded to the incident around 1:33 p.m. and transported the injured to Yasothon Hospital. Three pickup trucks were destroyed by fire at the scene. One confirmed casualty was a 45-year-old man who suffered severe burn injuries to his lower body and legs. He was conscious but showing signs of shock with cold sweats when rescue workers provided first aid and transferred him by advanced life support ambulance to the hospital. Authorities have not yet confirmed the total number of injured or determined the cause of the explosion. An investigation is ongoing.

Viral Facebook sex livestream scandal spreads across Thai social mediaLegacy Thai cyber police are investigating Facebook sex livestreams showing uncensored sexual intercourse after the broadcasts circulated widely last night, May 23, prompting responses from users and public pages, including the Department of Disease Control (DDC). Several anonymous Facebook pages reportedly shared sexually explicit livestreams at around the same time, leading many users to click into the broadcasts out of curiosity. Screenshots showing the Ministry of Public Health’s DDC and popular pages viewing the livestreams also circulated. The DDC later clarified the situation on its page. Photo via Thairath “Hello, a follower sent us the link, so we checked it and found the content. We apologise. It has now been reported as spam.” The department also warned that unprotected sex carries serious health risks and directed users to information on preventing sexually transmitted diseases, free condoms, and HIV test kits. Today, May 24, the Cyber Crime Investigation Bureau (CCIB) confirmed it had launched an investigation into the case. Police warned the public not to like or share the material, saying doing so could violate the Computer Crime Act. According to a CH3 report, the Facebook pages accused of sharing the explicit livestreams have already been removed, although discussion of the incident remains active online. Photo via Khaosod Deputy commissioner of the CCIB, Police Major General Chatphantakan Klaiklueng, said cyber police became aware of the clips last night after they detected the broadcasts. The Technology Crime Suppression Division has since been ordered to examine the source URLs and identify both the page owners and the individuals appearing in the clips. Siam News reported that police are currently gathering evidence. If the page owners or people appearing in the videos are confirmed to be Thai nationals or located in Thailand, they could face charges under the Computer Crime Act for importing obscene material into a computer system. Cyber police are also preparing to coordinate with Facebook Thailand to examine why the content remained accessible and was able to reach large audiences despite the platform’s community standards prohibiting sexually explicit material. Photo via Magnific Police said this type of content could encourage imitation behaviour, particularly among children and teenagers. Members of the public who encounter explicit clips online were advised to report them or contact the cyber police hotline on 1441. Under Section 14(1) and Section 14(4) of Thailand’s Computer Crime Act, creating or distributing obscene online content carries penalties of up to five years in prison, a fine of up to 100,000 baht, or both. Police also warned that users who knowingly like, share, or forward obscene material could face prosecution under Section 14(5) with the same penalties. In similar news, cyber police officers arrested a Thai mother in Sa Kaeo province for livestreaming herself sexually abusing her teenage son to earn money from online viewers. The explicit videos were shared within a private online group that required members to pay for access.

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On May 24, 2025, Deputy National Police Chief and Police Spokesman Trairuang Phimsarn visited Wang Somboon Police Station in Saraburee Province to monitor the investigation into a case involving police officers and a civilian who abducted and extorted five Chinese nationals. The incident occurred at a residential property in Wang Mai Subdistrict, Wang Somboon District, Saraburee Province on May 17, 2025.

Deputy Chief Supanatt Charoengsuangsukul and other senior officials from Region 2, provincial and district police commanders attended the meeting.

Deputy Chief Trairuang revealed that investigators have expanded their inquiry and identified an additional police officer involved who surrendered on May 23, 2025, bringing the total number of suspects to seven: six police officers and one civilian. The six police officers face charges including soliciting or receiving assets or benefits improperly, abuse of authority, wrongful detention, and being involved in forced disappearances. Strict disciplinary and criminal proceedings will be initiated against them with further investigation into all involved parties.

The investigation also identified three additional suspects involved in transnational organized crime related to human trafficking: Seedaen (Thai national), Reatyh Seah (Cambodian national), and Ahlong (Chinese national). Police will file charges and pursue prosecution. Investigators, working with cybercrime units, will conduct detailed financial analysis to identify any connections to transnational criminal organizations and expand charges accordingly.

Deputy Chief Trairuang also awarded commendations to two police officers—Detective Lieutenant Colonel Wisitta Jaikla of Wang Somboon Police Station and Detective Lieutenant Colonel Bunlerp Phalkaew of Saraburee Provincial Immigration Office—for their leadership and assistance in the case.

A heart-pounding video went viral on Facebook showing a dramatic rescue attempt between two geckos in a house in Praang Buri Village, Krob Buri District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. Posted by Facebook user "Ranurut Nawnakornburi" on the evening of May 23, the footage captured a larger gecko gripping the smaller one's mouth as it dangled helplessly from the ceiling with all four legs hanging over the edge. The larger gecko used all its strength to pull its companion back up, but the effort proved fruitless. The videographer wanted to help but had no ladder tall enough to reach the ceiling, so he frantically searched for tools to aid in the rescue. After nearly five minutes of struggle, the larger gecko finally gave up, and the smaller one plummeted nearly three meters to the ground below. Fortunately, the smaller gecko emerged unscathed and quickly scampered up the wall to safety, leaving viewers relieved that the dramatic scene didn't end in tragedy.

Suthasini Sawetbutr, Thailand's national women's table tennis champion, concluded her professional season in Austria with a spectacular triple crown victory across the Austrian Bundesliga, Austrian Cup, and the ETTU Europe Cup Women's Club Championship.

In the latest triumph, the final of the ETTU Europe Cup Women at Linz AG—the club where Suthasini is based—she defeated Italy's Quattro Mori Giareri in a thrilling comeback. After falling behind 1-3 in the opening set, she stormed back with a 3-0 victory at home, forcing a decisive golden match to claim the title.

Following the victory, Suthasini posted an emotional message: "This Europe Cup championship is the most meaningful title I could win. Over the five years I've been here, this club has been more than just a sports team—it's been a second home that gave me opportunities, confidence, invaluable experiences, and cherished memories. I'm grateful to the club president, coaches, staff, teammates, and all the fans who supported me and stood by my side through every moment, from the first day I came to play in Europe until today, when I've ended one chapter of my athletic journey with a European championship. It's a story too beautiful to forget. Thank you for everything, from the bottom of my heart."