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Police

Police Hunt Gunman After School Shooting in Nonthaburi

A gunman opened fire at Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi's Bangyai district on August 7, killing two teachers and injuring fifteen others, with police still searching for the suspect as sporadic gunfire continues.

Police Hunt Gunman After School Shooting in Nonthaburi
7 Aug Khaosod

Police are rushing to secure the area and search for the shooter inside Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi, with sporadic gunfire continuing. Fifteen people have been injured and two teachers killed. On August 7, 2025, a shooting incident occurred early morning at Thepsirin School in the Bangyai district of Nonthaburi province, causing panic among teachers, students, and school personnel. Police from the area, along with rescue and emergency medical units, immediately moved to control the situation and provide urgent assistance to those inside the school. Preliminary reports indicate 15 injured from the incident, one seriously, and two teacher deaths. Officers have cordoned off the surrounding area for security, investigating the scene and searching for the suspect while evacuating students, teachers, and staff from the danger zone, with relevant agencies coordinating the operation. Initial investigation indicates the perpetrator is a youth, still under investigation. Police are currently securing the area and searching for the gunman, who remains hidden inside the school with intermittent clashes still occurring.

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National

Doctor Asks Committee to Probe Health Ministry Event Spending

A doctor urged a parliamentary committee to investigate the Health Ministry's spending on event organizers, claiming hospitals nationwide may have spent over 500 million baht on events while facing budget shortfalls for patient care.

Doctor Asks Committee to Probe Health Ministry Event Spending
7 Aug Khaosod

At 9:30 a.m. on August 7, 2025, at Parliament, Ratchanok Srinork, a People's Party list MP and chair of the House committee studying budget preparation and oversight, received a letter from Dr. Suphatthorn Hasuwannakij requesting an investigation into the Health Ministry's use of budgetary and extra-budgetary funds for event organizing.

Dr. Suphatthorn stated that while the Health Ministry's management is concerning and many hospitals face declining reserves with insufficient funds for patient care activities, the ministry is extensively hiring event organizers using hospital funds. This risks inefficient and corrupt use of budget allocations. He urged the committee to gather data on event-organizing contracts in the Health Ministry, noting that Phetchabun province alone spent at least 7 million baht on events, with the national total potentially exceeding 500 million baht.

Ratchanok responded that events themselves are not inherently wrong if the public benefits. She questioned whether budget allocations for events in Phetchabun, known as a stronghold of the Health Minister, were distributed fairly across provinces or if unusual transfers occurred from other areas. She noted that budgets for such events typically stay under 500,000 baht, clustered around 490,000 baht. Ratchanok indicated that the Universal Coverage Scheme should be questioned about payment issues and past budget allocations' appropriateness and efficiency, with the matter to be brought before the committee for further follow-up.

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National

Thailand Women's Volleyball Faces Philippines Today at 4:30 PM

Thailand's women's volleyball team faces the Philippines today at 4:30 p.m. in the second leg of the CV Cup 2026 in Chiang Mai, with the host nation seeking another victory after winning their first meeting 3-2 in sets.

Thailand Women's Volleyball Faces Philippines Today at 4:30 PM
7 Aug Khaosod

Live streaming details and match statistics are available as Thailand's women's volleyball team takes the court against the Philippines today at 4:30 p.m. in leg two of the CV Cup 2026 (BYD DMI 6th SEA V Cup 2026) in Chiang Mai from August 7–9, 2026. Thailand holds a dominant record against the Philippines in their last five meetings, winning all five matches convincingly. Most recently, in the first leg of this year's CV Cup 2026, Thailand defeated the Philippines 3-2 in sets with scores of 25-17, 19-25, 25-15, 18-25, and 15-10. The match will be broadcast live on Channel One 31 and the oneD application.

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Police

Chinese Fraud Fugitive Arrested Posing as Durian Vendor

Thai police arrested a 47-year-old Chinese fraud fugitive in Pathum Thani province who had evaded detection for months by working as a durian vendor and frequently changing her appearance and location. She is wanted by Chinese authorities f

7 Aug The Thaiger Crime

Chinese fraud fugitive poses as durian vendor for months to evade policeLegacyThai police arrested a Chinese fraud suspect in Pathum Thani province on Tuesday, August 4, after she frequently changed her appearance, vehicles and accommodation to avoid detection. Officers from the Immigration Bureau carried out the operation targeting foreign fugitives using information provided by the Foreign Affairs Division of the Royal Thai Police. As part of the operation, officers investigated the wanted Chinese suspect, identified as 47 year old Najia, who is wanted by Chinese authorities over invoice fraud. According to police, Najia used a private company to obtain invoices from several businesses without any genuine commercial transactions. Photo via MGR Online Chinese authorities allege the scheme was used to evade taxes, causing losses of more than 35 million yuan, or over 200 million baht, in Shanghai before she fled to Thailand. While living in Thailand, police said Najia worked as a durian vendor, travelling between Bangkok and orchards in Chanthaburi province. Investigators said she bought durians from growers before selling them in Bangkok and developed contacts with other fruit traders. Police added that she frequently changed her hairstyle, moved between different residences and switched vehicles in an effort to avoid being located. According to MGR Online, investigators posed as buyers interested in purchasing a large quantity of durians to gain the suspect’s trust. After confirming her identity, officers arrested her at her home in Khlong Luang district, Pathum Thani. Thai authorities said the woman will be deported to China to face legal proceedings. Photo via MGR Online According to MGR Online, police said Najia was not found to have committed any offences or violated Thai law during her stay in the country. In a similar case, Thai authorities arrested a Chinese national wanted by Taiwanese authorities in Surat Thani in July as he attempted to leave Thailand for a third country. Another Chinese fraud suspect was arrested in Phuket in April after allegedly accepting payments for billiards equipment that investigators said was never delivered to customers. Photo via MGR Online The story Chinese fraud fugitive poses as durian vendor for months to evade police as seen on Thaiger News.

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Police

School Shooting in Nonthaburi Kills Two Teachers

A gunman opened fire at Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi on August 7, killing two teachers and wounding around 20 others, with authorities still searching for the suspect believed to be a youth.

School Shooting in Nonthaburi Kills Two Teachers
7 Aug Khaosod

Two teachers have been killed and around 20 people wounded in a shooting at Thepsirin School in Bankkrua area, Nonthaburi province. Students, teachers, and staff have been evacuated from the danger zone. On August 7, 2025, a gunman opened fire inside the school during the morning, causing panic among those inside. Police, rescue units, and emergency medical teams responded immediately to control the situation and provide assistance to those in the school. Initial reports indicate 15–20 people injured, with three in critical condition from gunshot wounds to the chest. Officers have cordoned off the area for safety and are searching for the shooter while evacuating personnel. The suspect is believed to be a youth, and authorities are still investigating. Two fatalities have been confirmed, both identified as teachers at the school.

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Police

Former Dragon5 Singer Missing in Nonthaburi

Former Dragon5 singer Thaman Taypun, 46, has been missing since leaving his Nonthaburi home early Thursday to go cycling and failing to return. His girlfriend reported him missing after he departed without his phone or wallet, unusual behav

Former Dragon5 Singer Missing in Nonthaburi
7 Aug Khaosod

NONTHABURI — A search is underway for 46-year-old singer Thaman Taypun, a former member of Thai boy band Dragon5, after he left his home in Nonthaburi early Thursday morning and failed to return.

Thaman, known as Tay, reportedly left his home in Bang Kruai district at about 04:00 on 6 August to ride a bicycle. His girlfriend later filed a missing-person report with Bang Kruai police, saying she feared he may have come to harm.

JS100 radio said Thaman is 185 centimetres tall. He was last seen riding a cream-coloured bicycle towards Rama VII Bridge, according to CCTV footage. He was wearing cycling clothes, carrying a black backpack and was not wearing a helmet.

He left without his mobile phone or wallet, according to the missing-person announcement. Anyone who has seen him is asked to contact JS100 at 1808 or 1137.

His girlfriend, identified as 42-year-old Walaiphan Srinasaphan, told reporters that his disappearance was unusual. She said he normally took his phone with him when cycling and returned home immediately afterwards.

She said she contacted his close friends, but none had seen him. Walaiphan then reported the matter to police so officers could help locate him.

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Police

Shooting at Prominent School in Bangkok Area Injures Five

A shooting at a school in Nonthaburi's Bang Kruai area on August 7 wounded four to five people, prompting immediate police response and evacuation while authorities search for the shooter.

Shooting at Prominent School in Bangkok Area Injures Five
7 Aug Khaosod

A shooting erupted at a prominent school in the Bang Kruai area of Nonthaburi Province on the morning of August 7, 2025, causing panic among teachers, students, and staff. Local police, rescue teams, and emergency medical units immediately responded to control the situation and provide urgent assistance to those inside the school. Preliminary reports indicate four to five people were injured, and authorities have secured the perimeter while searching for the shooter and evacuating occupants to safety. Investigators are gathering evidence and examining details of the incident, including the shooter's identity, motive, and circumstances.

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Police

Foreigner Caught Stealing Spirit House Offerings in Phuket

PHUKET: A foreign man was filmed taking and eating traditional Thai sweets left as offerings at a spirit house outside a house in Phuket early yesterday morning (Aug 6).

Foreigner Caught Stealing Spirit House Offerings in Phuket
7 Aug The Phuket News

PHUKET: A foreign man was filmed taking and eating traditional Thai sweets left as offerings at a spirit house outside a house in Phuket early yesterday morning (Aug 6).

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National

Thailand, Myanmar to Form Joint Task Force on Cross-Border River Pollution

Thailand and Myanmar have signed an agreement to establish a joint working group addressing water pollution in shared border rivers, with a three-year master plan focusing on mining impacts and water quality monitoring.

Thailand, Myanmar to Form Joint Task Force on Cross-Border River Pollution
7 Aug Khaosod

At a government house briefing on August 7, 2025, Raveevan Phuridej, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment, announced that Thailand and Myanmar have signed a Terms of Reference for establishing a joint working group to manage water quality in border rivers and shared waterways. Phuridej described the agreement as a positive starting point, noting that Thailand, as a downstream country, is fully committed to creating a cooperative framework with shared responsibilities, particularly to address mining impacts on the Mekong River in Chiang Rai province.

The countries will develop a three-year master plan and annual action plans, including water quality monitoring standards. A Joint Working Group (JWG) comprising representatives from both nations and relevant agencies will also address health impacts on affected communities, with operations beginning in August. Phuridej will chair Thailand's delegation.

Phuridej emphasized the need for swift action and noted that field operations will require coordinated planning between both countries. When asked whether the agreement with Myanmar's central government would be effective given the presence of armed groups in Myanmar's border regions, Phuridej acknowledged the challenges but called the agreement a positive step, as the negotiations had taken considerable time. She also noted that Myanmar and Thailand's space agency (GISTDA) signed a separate Terms of Reference on August 6 to cooperate on satellite technology and geospatial data for peaceful purposes.

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National

Thailand Promotes Bangkok for WorldPride 2030

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) participated in WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 from August 3 to 6 to promote Thailand as a destination for LGBTQIAN+ travelers and support Bangkok's bid to host Worl...

7 Aug Thailand.go.th Issues

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) participated in WorldPride Amsterdam 2026 from August 3 to 6 to promote Thailand as a destination for LGBTQIAN+ travelers and support Bangkok's bid to host Worl...

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Police

Car Engulfed in Flames on Srirat Expressway Near Prachanukul Toll

A white car caught fire on the Srirat Expressway near Prachanukul toll in Bangkok on Thursday morning, causing traffic delays before firefighters extinguished the blaze. The vehicle was destroyed but no injuries were reported.

Car Engulfed in Flames on Srirat Expressway Near Prachanukul Toll
7 Aug Khaosod

At 9:05 a.m. on August 7, 2025, the emergency hotline received a report of a car fire on the Srirat Expressway (elevated route level 2) in the Wong Sawang area of Bangkok's Bang Sue district. Firefighters from Bang Son station and expressway rescue services responded with fire trucks. The incident occurred near the Prachanukul toll entrance in the rightmost lane of the four-lane expressway, where a white Bangkok-registered private vehicle was found engulfed in flames at the front section. Firefighters spent approximately 10 minutes spraying water to bring the fire under control. The vehicle was nearly completely destroyed, but no one was injured or killed. The fire caused significant traffic jams on the expressway, prompting rescue personnel to quickly remove the burned wreckage from the area to restore normal traffic flow before beginning a detailed investigation into the cause of the fire.

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