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Police

Police Arrest 18-Year-Old Shooter in Killing of 15-Year-Old Boy

An 18-year-old was arrested for fatally shooting a 15-year-old boy near Bangkok on July 20, with police attributing the killing to a dispute that escalated a week earlier.

Police Arrest 18-Year-Old Shooter in Killing of 15-Year-Old Boy
21 Jul Khaosod

Police arrested the suspects at 7 p.m. on July 21, 2025, at Lam Luk Ka Police Station in Pathum Thani. The 18-year-old, identified by the alias "A," was apprehended under a court warrant, along with the 16-year-old youth. The shooting occurred early on July 20 at an intersection near Wat Don Yai in Lam Luk Ka. The victim and a friend were returning home on a motorcycle after refueling when the two suspects, riding on another motorcycle, opened fire. A 9-millimeter pistol was used, striking the victim once in the right eyebrow and once in the hip, proving fatal.

Investigators determined the attack was motivated by a conflict that began ten days earlier. The 18-year-old claims he was assaulted and mob-attacked, prompting him to purchase the firearm online for 15,000 baht. Police revealed the suspect has a prior arrest record from May 7, 2023, on weapons charges when he was a minor. That investigation had led to the seizure of over 10 firearms. Authorities will coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to investigate the 16-year-old suspect before pressing charges of premeditated murder, unauthorized possession of firearms and ammunition, carrying firearms in public without authorization, and related violations.

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Police

Speeding Motorcycle Runs Red Light, Hits Student Crossing Zebra Crossing

A speeding motorcycle ran a red light and struck a 13-year-old student crossing legally at a zebra crossing in Samut Prakan, causing severe leg and back injuries. Security footage confirmed the student had the green light before impact.

Speeding Motorcycle Runs Red Light, Hits Student Crossing Zebra Crossing
21 Jul Khaosod

A speeding motorcycle ran a red light and struck a Grade 8 female student as she crossed a zebra crossing, leaving her severely injured. Security footage captured the moment of impact.

Emergency responders in Bang Phli received the report at 6:10 p.m. on July 21, 2025, regarding a motorcycle-student collision on Rural Highway Route 2001, also known as Sri Waree Noi Road in Bang Chlong subdistrict, Bang Phli district, Samut Prakan Province. Rescue workers arrived to find a 13-year-old student from a school in Bang Saothong district with severe injuries to her right leg and back, plus facial abrasions and bruising. She was given first aid and transported to Bang Phli Hospital. The motorcycle driver, 31-year-old Nattavut, sustained facial and body abrasions and was also treated and transported to hospital.

When questioned, the injured student confirmed she had pressed the pedestrian signal to cross the zebra crossing and was waiting for the green light before attempting to cross. The driver claimed he did not see the red light and could not recall the details of what happened, and denied drinking alcohol.

CCTV footage from cameras near the scene shows the student waiting at the signal, then looking both ways before quickly crossing the zebra crossing when the green light appeared. At that moment, the motorcycle approached at high speed, ignoring both the red light and the zebra crossing, and struck her forcefully, sending her flying more than 10 meters.

Police are scheduled to interview both parties again before deciding whether to press charges against the motorcycle driver.

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Police

Thai Woman Reports Police Inaction After Armed Myanmar Men Invade Home

A Kanchanaburi woman reported that police refused to file a complaint after armed Myanmar nationals invaded her home and threatened her family in apparent retaliation for a report about their food stall.

Thai Woman Reports Police Inaction After Armed Myanmar Men Invade Home
21 Jul Khaosod

On July 21, Ms. Buangam, 42, visited Kanchanaburi provincial police officials to lodge a complaint after being allegedly attacked by a group of Myanmar nationals. She reported that on July 19 around 8 p.m., approximately 10 armed Myanmar men broke into her home in Mueang District and threatened to kill her entire family, claiming she had reported their nearby food stall to authorities. When she called police, they initially responded but the suspects fled. Later, another group of six Myanmar men in a pickup truck arrived and shouted threats at her family, but when she tried to file a formal complaint, the local police sergeant refused to take action or review the video evidence she had recorded.

Frustrated by the police's inaction, Ms. Buangam escalated the matter to the provincial police commander, demanding an investigation into both the home invasion and the officers' apparent negligence. She expressed that the incident had caused severe fear and distress to her and her family.

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Police

Two Beauty Pageant Contestants Allege Coach Pocketed Entry Fees

Two beauty pageant contestants allege their coach in Pathum Thani pocketed thousands of baht in entry fees by charging them 6,000 baht while vendors donated services worth far less.

Two Beauty Pageant Contestants Allege Coach Pocketed Entry Fees
21 Jul Khaosod

On July 21, two women in their mid-twenties, Surita and Falada (surnames withheld by request), came forward to reporters alleging they were defrauded by their pageant coach, Kasem. The women explained that they had competed in multiple Miss Grand pageants and met Kasem through Facebook, who then agreed to serve as their mentor for a Miss Grand competition held in Rangsit, Pathum Thani province on July 17-18. They transferred 6,000 baht to Kasem to cover costume rental and makeup expenses.

After the pageant ended, the contestants spoke directly with the costume owner and makeup and hair stylists involved. The costume owner revealed that Kasem had approached them claiming the contestants had limited funds, so the owner agreed to charge only 1,000 baht for the costume rental. Similarly, the makeup artist and hairstylist said Kasem made the same plea, prompting them to donate their services free of charge.

When the contestants discovered this discrepancy, they confronted Kasem about why he charged them 6,000 baht when the actual costs were far lower. Rather than explain, Kasem became defensive and criticized them for questioning the makeup artist, hairstylist, and costume owner. The two women stressed they were not seeking a refund but felt it was unfair to be charged more than the actual cost. They decided to go public as a cautionary tale for other young women entering pageants, urging contestants to select honest and trustworthy mentors who will not exploit their inexperience.

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National

Local Government Exam Scores Rechecked, Invalid Results Removed

Thailand's local government civil service commission invalidated 2025 exam results after discovering scoring errors and removed unqualified candidates, releasing a corrected list based on accurate scores and stricter qualification standards

Local Government Exam Scores Rechecked, Invalid Results Removed
21 Jul Khaosod

Thailand's local government civil service commission (CLES) has annulled the original 2025 local government employee examination results and released a corrected list after comprehensive review of all answer sheets. The Central Examination Committee for Local Government Personnel, in its 9th meeting on July 17, 2026, voted to invalidate the original announcement and issue a new qualified candidates list that reflects accurate scores and complies with law, guided by principles of correctness, equality, and fairness.

Key actions include: First, correcting score discrepancies discovered during detailed answer sheet review that caused ranking errors, requiring the original announcement to be withdrawn and scores reordered accurately. Second, applying standard criteria strictly—candidates who failed to meet minimum passing scores in sections A and B lack the required qualifications and are ineligible as examination candidates from the outset. Third, protecting genuinely qualified test-takers by re-ranking them according to true scores and guaranteeing their appointment without retaking the exam.

The Department of Local Government Promotion is currently rechecking all scores and re-ranking qualified candidates based on accurate results to ensure fairness and protect those who honestly met the standards. The commission remains committed to safeguarding merit-based systems and upholding the rights of all test-takers who followed the rules, ensuring that only candidates who legitimately passed and achieved correct scores are appointed as civil servants or local government employees, thereby strengthening transparency, fairness, and public confidence in local personnel administration.

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Tourism

Color of the East Golf Paradise 2026 Tees Off at St. Andrews Rayong

Professional golfer Peerapat Huangjing won the second Color of the East Golf Paradise 2026 tournament at St. Andrews in Rayong, shooting a gross 76 as the Tourism Authority of Thailand promotes sports tourism across the Eastern region.

Color of the East Golf Paradise 2026 Tees Off at St. Andrews Rayong
21 Jul Khaosod

The Tourism Authority of Thailand's Eastern Region and Triple Nine Network Company are continuing the major annual golf tournament "Color of the East Golf Paradise 2026" at St. Andrews 2000 in Rayong province, promoting sports tourism during the off-season under the "PLAY STAY SAVE" strategy. The initiative aims to encourage golfers and their families to travel, stay overnight, and spend money throughout the Eastern region sustainably.

The second tournament was filled with spirited competition as golfers tested their swings amid verdant scenery, vying for numerous prizes. Professional golfer Peerapat Huangjing delivered an outstanding performance, shooting a gross 76 (out 40, in 36) to claim the Overall Low Gross championship and receive the trophy from the TAT and a prize package including accommodation at Laem Chabang International Country Club in Chachoengsao.

The award ceremony was graced by Katchai Tepvarchai, Deputy Governor of Rayong, and Wandi Phuean-udom, Director of the TAT Rayong office, who presented trophies and congratulations to the winners.

The results of the second tournament are as follows: Overall Low Gross: Peerapat Huangjing (76); Flight A (Handicap 0-12): Champion Chayakorn Ratnanilakarn (77, 38 points), Runner-up Pattana Piechanchan (79, 37 points); Flight B (Handicap 13-18): Champion Air Marshal Kaseam Thanapon (86, 35 points), Runner-up Watanyoo Preebuay (88, 35 points); Flight C (Handicap 19-24): Champion Apisit Chalikul (93, 32 points), Runner-up Werasak Ruksri (93, 31 points), and Boobie Prize winner Kingkanchana Vongvijit (135, 15 points).

The "Color of the East Golf Paradise 2026" project continues to deliver outstanding golf experiences under the "Play Stay Save" concept. The third tournament is scheduled for August 7, 2026, at Lotus Valley Golf Resort in Chachoengsao. Interested golfers can follow updates and registration details via LINE Official @triple999, Facebook (Color of the East Golf Paradise), or by calling 06-2416-5965.

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National

PTT Fuel Prices Rise 0.85 Baht Per Liter Tomorrow

PTT fuel prices rise 0.85 baht per liter starting July 22, affecting most gasoline and diesel grades except premium variants, with regular gasoline 95 reaching 44.78 baht per liter.

PTT Fuel Prices Rise 0.85 Baht Per Liter Tomorrow
21 Jul Khaosod

PTT Station announced on July 21, 2025, a retail fuel price increase of 0.85 baht per liter for all gasoline and gasohol grades, excluding premium gasohol 95 and premium gasohol 99, which remain unchanged. All diesel grades will also increase by 0.85 baht per liter, except premium diesel, which stays the same. Effective from July 22, 2025, at 5:00 a.m., the new retail prices are: Gasoline 95 at 44.78 baht per liter, Gasohol 95 at 35.79 baht per liter, Gasohol E20 at 30.79 baht per liter, Gasohol E85 at 26.73 baht per liter, Gasohol 91 at 35.42 baht per liter, Premium Gasohol 95 at 47.79 baht per liter, Diesel at 35.79 baht per liter, Diesel B20 at 30.79 baht per liter, and Premium Diesel at 50.05 baht per liter. These prices are Bangkok retail prices and do not include local taxes.

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Police

Car Bomb Explodes at Tanyong Police Station in Narathiwat

An improvised explosive device hidden in a Toyota sedan detonated at Tanyong Police Station in Narathiwat on July 21, causing significant damage but no injuries. Security forces secured the scene as investigators prepared to examine the bla

Car Bomb Explodes at Tanyong Police Station in Narathiwat
21 Jul Khaosod

A car bomb detonated at Tanyong Police Station (old building) in Narathiwat's Kaluwanon subdistrict at 7:20 p.m. on July 21, 2025. Unknown perpetrators hid an improvised explosive device inside a Toyota sedan, allowed the vehicle to roll into the police station compound under cover of darkness, and detonated it with a powerful blast that shook the entire area. The explosion triggered a severe vehicle fire and damaged the surrounding facility. Fire trucks immediately responded and extinguished the blaze while traffic was cordoned off for safety. No injuries or deaths were reported. Security forces have secured the scene and are preparing for bomb disposal and forensic investigation teams to examine the site and gather evidence to identify and prosecute those responsible.

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Police

Man Rushed to Hospital After Prank Ring Gets Stuck

A 41-year-old homeless man was rushed to Udon Thani Hospital after a brass ring became stuck around his genitals in a prank, causing severe swelling and cutting off blood circulation.

Man Rushed to Hospital After Prank Ring Gets Stuck
21 Jul Khaosod

At 5 p.m. on July 21, 2025, the Rim Phot Thong radio center in Muang Udon Thani district received a report from staff at the Udon Thani Dharma Promotion Foundation about an injured man who came seeking help with a ring stuck around his genitals, causing severe swelling and inflammation. Because it was a holiday and the foundation lacked equipment and personnel, volunteers from the Udon Sawaeng Medha Dharma rescue foundation were called to assist. Upon arrival, they found the injured man, identified as Chok, 41, with a brass ring (size 60-62) tightly constricting the base of his genitals, causing the tip to swell because blood flow was cut off. Rescue personnel immediately transported him by ambulance to Udon Thani Hospital to have the ring cut off and treat the wound to prevent infection. Chok explained that he is homeless and sleeps at Udon Thani Bus Station No. 1 in the Udon Thani municipality. He said that while sleeping, a friend placed the ring on his genitals as a prank, and he was unable to remove it. His genitals became swollen and painful, forcing him to seek help at the foundation. Panya Koona, 28, a staff member at the Dharma Promotion Foundation, recounted that the injured man came to the foundation complaining of genital pain. Upon examination, staff found the brass ring tightly constricting the base of his genitals, causing swelling. It was believed the ring had been placed while the genitals were flaccid, but it had become so tight that blood circulation was impaired, leading to severe swelling and making it impossible to remove. Foundation staff then contacted the radio center to arrange transport to Udon Thani Hospital.

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Police

Young Buddhist Monk Arrested With Methamphetamine Pills

A 34-year-old Buddhist monk was arrested at a Phatthalung temple with 14 methamphetamine pills, followed hours later by the arrest of a local distributor with 76 pills in Pa Phayom District.

Young Buddhist Monk Arrested With Methamphetamine Pills
21 Jul Khaosod

At 12:30 p.m. on July 21, 2026, Pa Phayom police led by Deputy Superintendent Boonsermsuwarn and Deputy Superintendent Sanya Jantsri conducted a search of the cell of Phra Bier, a 34-year-old monk at a local temple in Pa Phayom District, Phatthalung Province, following reports of drug-related activity. Officers discovered 14 methamphetamine pills and drug paraphernalia. Under questioning, the monk confessed to buying 20 pills and consuming 6, leaving 14 in his possession. He was taken into custody for further investigation before prosecution.

At 4:00 p.m. the same day, provincial investigators arrested Aphichai, 33, from Pa Phayom Village, apprehending him with 76 methamphetamine pills, drug paraphernalia, a motorcycle, and a mobile phone. Under interrogation, Aphichai admitted to obtaining the drugs from a dealer in Wang Ang Subdistrict, Chachoengsao District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, and distributing them to local customers at 30 baht per pill while keeping some for personal use. Police are intensifying efforts to track down the larger-scale supplier involved.

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National

Lawyer Paiśal Collapses at Parliament Meeting, Rushed to Hospital

Lawyer Paiśal Ruangrit collapsed with chest pain at Parliament on July 21 and was hospitalized, forcing cancellation of a press conference on prison rehabilitation programs. His condition is now stable, though doctors have scheduled cardiac

Lawyer Paiśal Collapses at Parliament Meeting, Rushed to Hospital
21 Jul Khaosod

On July 21, 2026, Radkela Intawong Suwannakiri, a Democrat Party list member and deputy party leader, posted on Facebook that Paiśal Ruangrit, a lawyer and spokesperson for the parliamentary subcommittee on criminal justice, prison healthcare quality, and social reintegration of formerly incarcerated persons, suddenly suffered chest pain and difficulty breathing while preparing for a press conference. He was immediately rushed to the hospital and unable to attend the briefing, which was scheduled to discuss rehabilitation programs for people with criminal records.

Radkela explained that Paiśal had organized the press conference to bring together formerly incarcerated individuals to share experiences and advocate for improved conditions in prisons and better social reintegration. Despite his medical emergency, Paiśal remained concerned about the event's proceedings even while en route to hospital.

Radkela reported that Paiśal's condition is now stable and improving. Doctors have scheduled follow-up cardiac tests for this week and advised complete rest and health care. She noted that although Paiśal has several ongoing parliamentary duties, his health and recovery are currently the priority.

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