Border Guard Police forces clashed with a suspected drug smuggling operation involving 10-15 individuals carrying backpacks along forest trails in Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai province, resulting in the seizure of nearly 2 million methamphetamine pills.

On August 8, 2569 (2026) at 1:30 p.m., at the 4th Cavalry Company of the Tak Regional Task Force headquarters, Pol. Col. Sathit Waiyanan, commander of the Border Guard Police, authorized Maj. Supan Ropphut to lead a multi-agency inspection of 1,928,000 seized pills following the armed confrontation.

The incident began at 12:30 a.m. on August 8 when the 4th Cavalry Company deployed an operational unit to patrol and intercept drug smuggling near the Wiang Kaew crossing in Ban Wiang Kaew village, Tambon Sri Don Mueang, Amphoe Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai province. Officers spotted approximately 10-15 suspects carrying backpacks traveling along an off-trail forest route.

When officials requested a search, the suspects opened fire with an unidentified firearm, sparking a five-minute firefight before the group escaped using their knowledge of the terrain. All officers remained safe.

Following the clash, the Border Guard Police deployed two additional units to secure the area. At 7:00 a.m., officers conducting a follow-up search discovered 10 modified straw sacks wrapped in black plastic bags containing approximately 1,928,000 methamphetamine pills—a Class 1 narcotic—which were seized as evidence.

Pol. Col. Sathit Waiyanan ordered local units to intensify surveillance and interdiction efforts against drug trafficking operations along the border on an ongoing basis.

Thai national volleyball coach Giatpongsa Ratchtagriangkai (Coach Ott) has firmly stated he is not underestimating Vietnam and is preparing a strategic game plan for the final match of the 2026 SEA V Cup leg two in Chiang Mai.

In the women's volleyball match at the SEA V Cup 2026 (BYD DMI 6th SEA V CUP 2026) held at Chiang Mai 700 Years Stadium in Chiang Mai province on August 8, 2025, Thailand's women's volleyball team (first leg champions) defeated Indonesia 3-0 with set scores of 25-18, 25-17, and 25-12. With two consecutive victories, Thailand is poised to claim the second leg championship.

Following the match, Coach Ott expressed satisfaction with the athletes' performance, calling the victory meaningful. "We performed at our best and allowed everyone to show their full potential," he said. "Indonesia is a strong team, and victory did not come easily. We had to send our best players into the match, and they executed very well. Since we will face Indonesia in the Asian Championship as well, we are preparing ourselves thoroughly."

Regarding tomorrow's match against Vietnam, Coach Ott added: "We need to study and analyze them again without complacency. However, we will focus primarily on our own system and whether we are executing our game plan correctly, so our players can learn and perform."

Thailand's women's volleyball team will play their final match against Vietnam tomorrow at 4:30 p.m.

General Suphamas Pharaphob, executive director of the National Sports Development Fund, visited Krabi and Trang provinces to monitor the readiness of Thai national badminton and blind track and field athletes preparing for the 20th Asian Games. His visit to the Thai Badminton Association included meetings with badminton team members and officials, followed by a detailed inspection of training facilities, dormitories, kitchens, and athlete accommodations to ensure proper care in nutrition, hygiene, and welfare. The delegation then traveled to the National Sports University's Trang campus to meet blind track and field athletes, touring air-conditioned dormitories, bathrooms, massage and recovery rooms, and dining facilities. On that day, athletes took a break from training to watch a cheerleading competition organized by elementary schools under the Ministry of Education in the same area. The 2026 Asian Games will be held in Nagoya, Japan from September 19 to October 4, while the fifth Asian Para Games will take place in Japan from October 18–24. Thai athletes across all categories are currently intensifying their training and preparation for these major international competitions.

A cremation ceremony was held on August 8, 2025, at Khao Boon Mee Dararama Temple in Huay Yai subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chachoengsao province, for three victims—a father, mother, and child—who were killed in a shocking murder case in the Huay Yai area. Officials and relatives prepared for the funeral rites, with the ceremony scheduled to begin at 4:00 p.m. and presided over by the Chachoengsao governor.

Before the ceremony commenced, rescue staff from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation arrived at the temple to provide assistance and coordinate the movement of all three bodies, ensuring the proceedings ran smoothly.

The atmosphere inside the temple was deeply sorrowful as the family faced the simultaneous loss of three members to murder. Prior to the main ceremony, monks chanted prayers for the deceased as relatives, friends, and members of the public came to offer their condolences.

In the case, all three victims—the father, mother, and child—were discovered dead and buried in Huay Yai subdistrict, Bang Lamung district, Chachoengsao province. A man named Thana, also known as "Por," is a key suspect in the case, while police continue their investigation and follow up on various related issues according to legal procedures.

The cremation ceremony for all three victims is set to take place at 4:00 p.m. today at Khao Boon Mee Dararama Temple, with the Chachoengsao governor presiding, as relatives and others gathered to bid farewell to the three deceased.

The government is accelerating efforts to address damage from subsidence on the Purple Line BTS project between Tao Pun and Rat Burana stations at the Bang Wa station area, prioritizing public safety while reinforcing ground stability, restoring structures, and gradually restoring traffic flow. Deputy Government Spokesperson Lalida Pereisvivat announced on August 8 that Transport Minister Siripong Angskul and relevant agencies are monitoring progress on remedial measures in the affected zone. Engineering measures, area restoration, support for affected residents, and plans to quickly restore traffic conditions are all being expedited under the principle that public safety is paramount.

Pereisvivat stated that soil grouting (ground stabilization injection) has been completed at 40 points to date, with plans to carry out approximately 80 additional injection points over the next 2 to 3 months. Agencies will closely monitor structural and building movements and continuously assess area stability before proceeding with tunnel and structural repairs, followed by phased restoration of the area and traffic as engineering readiness permits. Once ground reinforcement is complete, teams will gradually lower water levels inside the tunnel to inspect for leaks and determine appropriate repair methods. If necessary, additional engineering measures will be considered, with the safety of the public and workers as the overriding concern.

Pereisvivat noted that Deputy Prime Minister Pipat Ratchakitprakarn, also serving as Transport Minister, has directed all agencies to accelerate work according to scientific principles while caring for affected residents and restoring surrounding buildings and areas. Traffic restoration will be considered on a case-by-case basis as each section becomes ready, enabling residents and businesses to resume normal operations as quickly as possible.

Bangkok police have ordered legal action against a group of students from a well-known school in the Samsen area after they allegedly assaulted a schoolmate and threatened him with a firearm. The case was reported on 8 August following an incident involving students from St. Gabriel's College. The school has since issued a statement announcing tighter security measures and enhanced safety protocols for its students.

Pol. Lt. Gen Siam Boonsom, commissioner of the Metropolitan Police Bureau, assigned Pol. Maj. Gen. Worasak Phisitbanakorn, commander of Metropolitan Police Division 1, to instruct investigators at Samsen Police Station to gather evidence and pursue charges of jointly assaulting another person. The students allegedly involved in the attack and firearm threat will be taken before the Juvenile and Family Court, police said.

According to reports, the incident shown in footage circulating on social media took place on the evening of 21 July. It involved a fight between students at the same school, with the two sides reportedly having an existing dispute and history of arguments. The parents of the alleged victim subsequently went to Samsen Police Station to file a complaint and seek legal action against those involved.

On 8 August, investigators summoned both sides and their parents to provide statements and proceed in accordance with juvenile justice procedures. A multidisciplinary team is also taking part in the process, as required in cases involving minors.