Police are expanding their investigation into a cargo delivery network after a female officer was deceived into transporting cannabis to China hidden inside canned containers. The officer's headquarters has now established an investigation committee.

The Narcotics Suppression Command (ONCB) is investigating an international drug trafficking operation that exploited delivery workers as tools for smuggling. This case is one of several under investigation, separate from the "Mina Air" case.

The incident occurred in early January 2026 when a female petty officer hired to transport 30 cans traveled from Suvarnabhumi Airport to China before being arrested by Chinese customs officials. Hidden cannabis was discovered inside the containers, and she was detained for approximately two months of investigation. Chinese prosecutors subsequently ruled not to prosecute, as evidence confirmed she was a victim of the cargo delivery network and was unaware of the hidden cannabis in the items she had accepted. She was returned to Thailand in March.

On July 8, 2026, National Police Office spokesperson Pol. Gen. Trairongpol Phiwphon revealed that both ONCB and the officer's affiliated agency are currently investigating the facts and taking appropriate action. Preliminary findings show the victim hired the delivery service through a cargo delivery Facebook page while traveling in China before being arrested when Chinese officials discovered hidden cannabis in her belongings.

Pol. Gen. Trairongpol stated that this case reflects how international drug trafficking operations have adapted their tactics by using social media as a contact channel, hiring through cargo delivery pages or unfamiliar individuals to deceive people into illegally transporting items. He warned the public against accepting deliveries or hiring to transport others' items abroad, even for minimal compensation, as they may become tools of criminal networks and face prosecution under the laws of destination countries.

Regarding case developments, Pol. Gen. Trairongpol said it is too early to conclude whether the female officer knew about the hidden drugs, as a thorough investigation by relevant agencies is pending. Case proceedings follow the laws and jurisdiction of the country where the incident occurred.

The National Police Office's affiliated agency has conducted disciplinary fact-checking and confirmed that if any misconduct by police personnel is found, both disciplinary and criminal action will be taken decisively, in line with the National Police Commander's policy that commendable police conduct should be praised while misconduct must be addressed firmly through both disciplinary and criminal proceedings.

When asked about additional protective measures for police personnel, Pol. Gen. Trairongpol noted that police officers already face stricter disciplinary regulations than ordinary civil servants and must be mindful of adhering strictly to these standards.

Reports indicate that the Police Hospital, the officer's affiliated agency, has established a fact-checking committee, while ONCB is investigating the source of the cannabis hidden in the cans and those behind the operation.

BANGKOK: Thailand seeks to deepen defence, cybersecurity and academic cooperation with the United States while maintaining its neutral foreign policy and supporting a peaceful, rules-based Indo-Pacific, Foreign Minister Sihasak Phuangketkeow told reporters during an official visit to Hawaii on Monday (July 6).

Acne scars are a common skin concern that affects many people. Although acne may fade, the marks left behind can make skin appear uneven and discolored, impacting daily confidence. Many seek effective methods to reduce dark spots and restore smooth, radiant, healthy-looking skin.

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Reducing acne scars isn't a quick fix—it requires consistent, proper skincare. Choosing ingredients that reduce dark spots, combined with sun protection and overall skin health, naturally allows scars to gradually fade. Starting with ingredients suited to your skin type is the crucial first step. With proper, continuous care, reducing dark spots and restoring smooth, clear skin is entirely achievable.

A foreign tourist family rented a jet ski that collided with another, causing damage. When the jet ski operator demanded compensation, the tourist refused to pay and then assaulted the operator, leaving him seriously injured. Police are searching for the suspect.

On July 7, an assault occurred at Patong Beach in Kathu District, Phuket Province, after a foreign tourist rented and operated a jet ski that collided with another jet ski. When the operator requested compensation for the damage, the tourist refused and fled the scene before attacking the operator.

Nuttavut Detiam, the jet ski operator, explained that after the collision, he attempted to discuss the matter peacefully and provided evidence of the damage. However, the tourist refused to pay compensation and fled toward Bangla Road. When the operator followed to ask why the tourist wouldn't accept responsibility, a heated argument ensued. The tourist then grabbed the operator, threw him to the ground, and punched him in the face multiple times before fleeing.

Medical examination revealed the victim suffered multiple injuries including bruising across his body, facial swelling, and a fractured cheekbone. The victim stated he did not fight back because he knew the person was a tourist and wanted to follow legal procedures.

After the incident, the victim filed a complaint with Deputy Police Lieutenant Piyanat Khuntong, the investigation officer at Patong Police Station. He reported that while working at Patong Beach, a family of three foreign tourists—a father, mother, and child—rented two jet skis that subsequently caused damage. During discussions about compensation, the tourists refused to pay and headed toward Bangla Road. The victim followed to pursue the matter and was assaulted. The perpetrator fled toward CentralFestival mall.

Police Colonel Grakkrit Khankhruea, commander of Patong Police Station, revealed that upon receiving the complaint, he ordered the investigation team to urgently review CCTV footage and gather evidence to track down the foreign tourist and prosecute according to law, while ensuring justice for all parties.

The victim is demanding the perpetrator be held liable for both the jet ski damage and the assault damages. He has also urged law enforcement to strictly enforce the law against tourists who commit offenses, to build confidence among business operators and tourism workers in Phuket Province.

According to astrologer Mo Boi, six zodiac signs—Aries, Pisces, Gemini, Taurus, Leo, and Cancer—will see their fortunes reverse in the second half of the year. Those born under these signs have endured a difficult first half marked by obstacles, financial strain, and interpersonal betrayals that felt like endless cycles of hardship. However, the astrologer predicts a dramatic shift beginning in the latter half of the year. Life will stabilize, career prospects will flourish across all areas, debts will decrease, and wealth will surge dramatically. Romantic prospects will also improve, with these individuals radiating charm and charisma that draws good fortune. The astrologer promises major windfalls, remarkable speaking ability, and an overall reversal of circumstances after months of struggle.

Doctor Jed warns: You can get liver fluke without any symptoms and risk bile duct cancer without knowing it. Liver fluke parasites are closer to home than many realize.

After Mukdahan Province screened students at Mahasarakham University and found 4,000 infected cases, the provincial governor ordered comprehensive testing and treatment for all confirmed patients.

Dr. Jetsadej Boonwongvirojn, deputy director of Maharaj Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital, posted on his Facebook page "Dr. Jed" warning that infection can occur without symptoms and carry serious cancer risk. Screening of 12,733 new students at Mahasarakham University found 4,233 infected (33%), while Mahasarakham Rajabhat University screened 1,922 and found 380 infected (19%). Provincial screening of over 20,000 people revealed an 11% infection rate.

These numbers reveal that liver fluke is no longer just an older generation problem. University students are getting infected. Healthy-looking people are getting infected. Many infected individuals show no symptoms at all—no stomach pain, no jaundice, no feeling of illness. Yet the parasites may already be lodged in bile ducts, gradually causing inflammation. The frightening part is we may not remember which meal caused the infection: a fish cake, undercooked fermented fish, or fish sauce we thought was safely fermented.

Today I want to speak clearly about this because something starting with a few raw dishes may not end with just parasites—it can extend to bile duct cancer.

1. Why don't many people realize they're infected?

Because liver flukes are experts at "staying quiet." With light infection, people function normally, eat normally, work, study—nothing clearly warns of internal problems. Some may experience only occasional bloating, indigestion, or right rib pain, thinking it's poor digestion. But prolonged or repeated infection causes bile ducts to inflame, thicken, and potentially rupture.

2. How does the parasite enter the body?

The real risk is freshwater fish with white scales eaten raw or undercooked—like snakehead, mullet, or climbing perch used in fish cakes, raw fish salad, or undercooked fish dishes. Regarding fish sauce: properly fermented and cooked fish sauce differs from raw or unknown-source fish sauce in risk level. "Fermented for a long time" doesn't automatically mean safe, especially without prior heat treatment.

3. Lime juice, salt, and chili don't equal cooking

Many believe "squeezing lime until fish flesh turns white means it's cooked." It's not. The whitening comes from citric acid changing the flesh's texture, not providing heat or guaranteeing parasite death. Salt, pepper, alcohol, or sourness cannot replace boiling, steaming, or grilling.

4. How does a tiny parasite become cancer?

The parasites don't simply settle passively. They cling to bile ducts, causing repeated irritation and inflammation. The body repairs, inflames again, repairs again. Over many years of this cycle, bile duct cells can change abnormally and develop into cancer. Not everyone infected develops cancer, but those with chronic infection, repeated raw food consumption, and no treatment face increasingly high risk.

5. Who should get screened?

Anyone who has eaten raw dishes—fish cakes, raw fish salad, undercooked fermented fish, or freshwater fish still red inside. Don't assume past consumption is irrelevant.