At 6:30 p.m. on July 3, 2569, police in Mueang Udon Thani received a report of a man assaulting his wife and mother-in-law, both with severe facial injuries, in a lane in Ban Chan subdistrict. Officers and rescue volunteers quickly arrived at the scene.

They found a 17-year-old woman, identified as Ms. Maid (pseudonym), with a swollen face holding her 6-month-old son, alongside her 33-year-old mother, Ms. Nee (pseudonym), also with facial injuries but more severe, with bleeding from her left ear. Local officials and residents administered first aid. The suspect, 37-year-old Mr. Man, the woman's husband, fled the scene but was apprehended by police 500 meters away.

Mr. Man confessed to punching his wife and mother-in-law after waking up and not finding them at home. He assumed they had fled to the mother's house and followed them there. When the mother-in-law threatened to report him for taking a minor, he said he lost control and struck them. He admitted to being unemployed but earning money by fishing and selling the catch. He acknowledged using methamphetamine once three days prior and drinking alcohol daily, accepting full responsibility for his actions.

Ms. Maid stated she is regularly beaten by her husband without provocation, even while holding their child. Her mother confirmed her daughter was severely attacked, forcing her to flee home with the baby. They were gathering firewood when her son-in-law arrived and continuously punched her daughter's face.

Police took both victims to the hospital and detained Mr. Man, pressing charges for assault and drug possession while continuing the investigation.

A 26-year-old soldier with the 41st Infantry Battalion died at 7:00 PM on July 3rd after his motorcycle collided with a parked timber truck on Highway 41 in Tham Yai subdistrict, Thung Song district, Nakhon Si Thammarat. Pol. Capt. Pholkrit Singsuwan from Thung Song Police Station received the report of the fatal accident and proceeded to investigate along with Prachachart Foundation rescue units.

At the scene, authorities found the body of Sergeant Major Thawatchai, 26, with severe lacerations to his face and torso. Nearby, his motorcycle lay overturned behind the fully-loaded timber truck.

According to initial investigation, Thawatchai was riding his motorcycle along the highway when he encountered the parked timber truck. He struck the truck at full speed, causing his body to impact the logs on the vehicle. He was killed instantly. Officials are contacting the victim's family, and the truck driver will be interrogated further for legal proceedings.

On July 3, 2025, police under the command of Chiang Rai Provincial Police Commander Pol. Lt. Col. Manop Senakul and Deputy Commander Pol. Maj. Passakorn Thawachchiang-kul conducted an interdiction operation against drug traffickers smuggling methamphetamine from the Chiang Rai border area in Chiang Saen District through Wieng Chiang Rung District. Officers spotted two pickup trucks heading toward an evasion route and attempted to intercept them, but the suspects opened fire. Police returned fire in self-defense, resulting in a gunfight lasting over five minutes. One male suspect was shot and wounded, while another fled. Police took the injured suspect into custody and transported him to hospital.

A search of the black four-door Toyota Vigo truck revealed 14 sacks of ice weighing approximately 500 kilograms hidden inside.

In a separate operation in Mae Jan District, Mae Jan Police Station officers conducted a raid on a residence in Moo 19, Sri Kham Subdistrict following reports of drug activity. They discovered a cardboard box outside containing 10 kilograms of ice, along with a .22 caliber firearm and ammunition. The homeowner's 38-year-old son, who owned the items, had fled before police arrived. Officers are pursuing further arrest efforts.

On July 3, 2569, authorities in Nakhon Pathom announced the dismantling of a major drug trafficking network and the capture of gang leader Suphapisit Jirichit, alias "James Wat Lao Tao." The operation yielded over 22,000 methamphetamine tablets, 38 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine, and a firearm.

The investigation began on July 2 at 8 p.m. when police arrested Somjet (Dum) Bunnya-aphichat, 50, while preparing to deliver methamphetamine to customers in Tak Kong Subdistrict, Muang Nakhon Pathom. Initial searches found 2,021 methamphetamine tablets and 92 grams of crystal methamphetamine on his person, along with a positive drug urine test.

During interrogation, Somjet confessed that his drugs came from Suphapisit, also known as "James Wat Lao Tao," who distributed to teenagers and retail customers from his home in Don Tum District, Nakhon Pathom.

Integrated task force officers surrounded and raided the residence, finding Suphapisit asleep inside. The search of the home uncovered 69 methamphetamine tablets, 3 grams of crystal methamphetamine, a digital scale, and two mobile phones.

In a Honda CRV parked outside, officers discovered two large suitcases—one black and one red. The black suitcase contained crystal methamphetamine in 19 one-kilogram packages branded "GUANYINWANG" (total 19kg). The red suitcase held 20 packages of the same brand totaling 19.4kg, bringing the total crystal methamphetamine seized to 38.4 kilograms. Additionally, 10 bundles of methamphetamine tablets totaling 20,200 pills were found.

A search of a Nissan March sedan revealed a Glock 26 automatic handgun (9mm), 10 rounds of ammunition, and a holster.

Suphapisit faces charges for drug distribution and possession with intent to sell Category 1 narcotics (methamphetamine and crystal methamphetamine) for commercial purposes, drug use, and illegal possession of a firearm and ammunition. Police indicated the investigation would expand to higher-level suppliers, with provincial authorities ordering the pursuit of additional suspects.

Singer Ning Patthama is addressing multiple controversies at once as she prepares for her debut solo concert, "NING PATTHAMA FIRST FAN CON STAGE ONE." She recently left the hospital after collapsing during intense rehearsals and has now opened up about accusations linking her to Pek Sananchai and surrounding drama.

Regarding the Chiang Mai incident, Ning maintains she did not travel there with Pek. She clarifies that they met at the Warm Up venue, where she traveled with her Patthama Band musicians on May 9, 2568, on flight VG103 with ten passengers total, including herself and nine musicians. She was on standby one hour before performing when the venue owner informed her that two artists, including Pek, would be joining. She agreed without issue. Ning learned of Pek's arrival only after going on standby—they had made no prior arrangements to meet that day.

When asked if events occurred before the December 26 interview, Ning confirmed they did. She states that between May and November, she never traveled privately or worked in any capacity involving Pek hiring her. The only Chiang Mai encounter was at the Warm Up venue.

Regarding airport photos, Ning clarifies those were taken at Buriram Airport, not Chiang Mai. Pek apparently recommended her for a job at a venue in Buriram province. Ning traveled with her personal manager, with tickets booked by the host. They did not travel together on the outbound flight, but the return had limited options, making it necessary to return together. However, Pek did not interact with her during work or afterwards.

Ning was not shocked by the photos, as they were in public spaces, not hidden hotel rooms. She emphasized she was clear about her statements, noting people now mock her for "swearing" she didn't go, but that was exactly what she swore to—she never traveled privately with Pek, though she doesn't know who he traveled with.

When asked about multiple trips, Ning recalls Buriram, Phitsanulok, Southern Thailand (likely Hat Yai), and America. The America trip was work-related: she was hired to perform in three places—Los Angeles twice and Las Vegas once. During breaks, she toured with her manager, visiting Disneyland, Universal Studios, the Sphere theater in Las Vegas, and various shopping malls. However, she never privately toured with Pek outside of work encounters and shared meals with multiple partners.

Regarding job opportunities, Pek has been the one finding work for her.

Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul held a press conference at Government House on July 3 regarding the ongoing investigation into cheating in local government employee examinations. Anutin stated that new evidence has emerged following the July 2 announcement of test score discrepancies, indicating fraudulent activity occurred. He emphasized that no further appointments should be made pending investigation results, and that already-hired individuals must await the inquiry's outcome. The government will examine answer sheets from 15,000 candidates, with appointments revoked for anyone found to have irregularities.