On April 27, 2025, Abdulraman Molo, or Mr. Ben, Deputy Secretary-General of Palang Pracharath (PPP) party, discussed developments in the assassination case of MP Kamolasakdi Liwamaung from Narathiwat. Kamolasakdi recently filed a complaint at Ba Jao police station against two naval officers allegedly involved in the case.

Molo stated that deep investigation suggests the assassination operation involved more than the five gunmen already arrested. According to their findings, the conspiracy operates on four levels: Level 1 (the true mastermind), Level 2 (coordinators and planners), Level 3 (facilitators who provided weapons, ammunition, vehicles, and escape arrangements), and Level 4 (the five shooters already apprehended).

Molo noted that over a month has passed since the incident with no progress against individuals above the hit team, despite all testimonies being recorded. This forced Kamolasakdi to file the complaint himself to bring justice. The two navy officers named in the complaint appear to be Level 2 and 3 operatives, whose interrogation could reveal communication records leading to the top mastermind.

Molo emphasized the case's critical importance, stating that Palang Pracharath cannot claim to protect southern border stability if it cannot even protect its own MPs. He called on the government and security agencies to conduct a transparent investigation, warning that failure to arrest the masterminds would undermine confidence in the justice system and the broader peace-building efforts in the deep south pursued over 20 years.

On April 27, 2569, authorities reported on a tragic incident in Phang Nga province where four residents lost their lives after entering a well to address drought problems. The incident occurred on April 26 when residents descended into the well before losing consciousness and dying within the same well. Provincial Governor Pairat Petchyuwan ordered officials under the acting director of the Phang Nga Office of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation to mobilize rescue teams to the scene.

The incident occurred in Moo 11, Ban Saeng Tharam, Kura Subdistrict, Kuraburi District, Phang Nga Province, within an oil palm plantation. The four bodies were found in a shallow well approximately 6 meters deep. Rescue operations were complicated due to the confined space and low oxygen levels inside the well. Officials equipped with specialized rescue equipment were deployed despite the challenging conditions.

Preliminary investigation determined that the victims lost consciousness inside the well, likely due to asphyxiation caused by limited air and insufficient oxygen levels. Rescue teams, with assistance from multiple organizations including Ranong Rescue Foundation and other local units, managed to recover all four bodies.

The victims were identified as Suthon Khokaew (42), Suthad Khokaew (34), Thiridol Chuesang (30), and Khaaha Chuesang (51), all local residents. According to witnesses, the first two victims descended to clean the well before losing consciousness. The third and fourth victims attempted rescue but also succumbed. The fifth victim signaled distress while being lowered by rope and was pulled to safety, while the sixth victim, a rescue worker, experienced similar symptoms but was rescued in time.

Initial assessment suggests poisonous gases such as hydrogen sulfide accumulated in the well over several decades may be responsible. However, authorities will conduct further detailed investigation.

The incident deeply shocked the local community. Officials warned residents to exercise extreme caution when working in confined, poorly ventilated areas without proper protective equipment, particularly during the current drought and extreme heat conditions in Phang Nga. The provincial governor emphasized the importance of health awareness and adequate hydration during this hot season.

On April 27, a shocking incident occurred at a riverside food stall along the Ping River in Nong Pling Subdistrict, Mueang District, Kamphaeng Phet Province. Sixty-year-old Malay reported being assaulted by her 70-year-old brother Chalo, who recently disrobed from monastic life. Chalo came to claim rights to the land, strung a rope to mark the boundary, and threatened to use a gun if anyone touched it. When negotiations failed, he struck her head with a water ladle used for scooping soup, causing swelling.

Chalo argued that their father gave him the land to establish himself after leaving the monastery, despite his four siblings already receiving their shares with land titles. He claimed his sister's food stall encroached on his marked territory and that he intended to open a fishing bait shop there. When they could not reach an agreement, he lost his temper.

At the mediation meeting facilitated by Kamphaeng Phet's Social Development and Human Security Office, along with justice officials and Thannachoat On-kham, deputy mayor of Nong Pling municipality, and village leaders, Chalo admitted to using the ladle but claimed he acted under pressure and had been provoked first. He presented an ultimatum: his siblings either accept his rights, pay 1 million baht to buy him out, or agree to let the government reclaim the land.

Eventually, Chalo agreed to allow his relatives to continue their business but required the food stall be relocated to the proper restaurant area. Customers could park on his side, and he could develop his own shop there in the future. Both parties signed a written agreement to end the dispute and establish clear boundaries for their respective business areas, with officials warning Chalo that any further violence would result in legal action.

Energy Minister Eknath Promphan revealed that the government is currently negotiating with relevant agencies to restructure electricity rates and is preparing to terminate contracts with private power producers in renewable energy projects operating under the Additional Price Purchase (Adder) scheme. Currently, over 4,000 megawatts of capacity are covered under automatic contract renewals at rates of approximately 3-5 baht per unit, representing about 10% of total generating capacity and imposing around 20 satang per unit on the automatic fuel adjustment charge (FT). Successful negotiations could reduce electricity costs by approximately 10 satang per unit.

If negotiations fail to reduce rates to appropriate levels—such as solar power not exceeding 2.20 baht per unit and biomass fuel at fair prices—the government is prepared to propose the new rate structure to the cabinet and the National Energy Policy Committee (NEPC) on April 29, 2025. The current stepped tariff structure, similar to progressive taxation, charges less for lower consumption and more for higher consumption, though the differences between tiers remain unclear.

The new electricity rate restructuring will affect 23.2 million households, with implementation beginning in June 2025. The structure includes: customers using up to 200 units (covering 23.2 million households) will pay no more than 3 baht per unit; customers using 200-400 units (4.6 million households) will pay 3.95 baht per unit; and customers using over 401 units (3.2 million households) are awaiting new rates and are encouraged to install solar panels.

For customers exceeding 400 units, the rate will increase by approximately 1 baht to over 5 baht per unit, up from the current 4.50 baht. The government recommends that households using 480-500 units or more install rooftop solar panels to generate their own electricity, with government support through low-interest loans. Installing a 1-kilowatt solar system generates 100-150 units of electricity monthly.

On April 27, 2025, at the Criminal Court on Ratchadamri Road, prosecutors filed charges against acclaimed actors Yuranun Pamornmontri and Pichaya Wattanamontri as defendants in the Di-Icon Group fraud case. Both defendants' lawyers submitted bail requests with collateral for temporary release during trial. The court found that prosecutors had previously issued a non-prosecution order for both defendants, who were subsequently released. However, prosecutors later refiled charges on the same grounds. The court determined that since both defendants appeared as scheduled, showed no signs of fleeing or tampering with evidence, and prosecutors did not oppose bail, temporary release was warranted despite the court's previous denial during investigation due to changed circumstances. However, given the numerous victims and high damages, the court set bail at 1 million baht per person, imposed travel restrictions outside Thailand except with court permission, and required notification to the DSI.

Pichaya stated she was grateful to the court and the justice system for giving her the opportunity to fight her case outside detention. Her lawyer Thanakorn Waekwari explained that the court approved bail because there were no flight risk indicators and the defendants consistently denied the charges. Although they initially submitted 3 million baht in collateral, the court set the bail amount at 1 million baht with conditions prohibiting international travel without court approval and mandatory court appearances.

When asked about overseas charges under investigation, Thanakorn said they had not yet received formal notification. Regarding trial preparation, he noted that the next witness and evidence examination is scheduled for July 20, 2025. He clarified that their case stemmed from Di-Icon but involved a shorter period of Pichaya's participation as a presenter from 2566-2567, and they do not expect their case to be consolidated with the original Di-Icon case.

Pichaya reaffirmed her innocence and stated she has never rested or stopped maintaining her integrity throughout this ordeal. She expressed hope for justice for all parties, saying she trusts in the court's fairness. She emphasized that while this situation has impacted her heavily from the beginning, she is prepared to face the legal process. "Truth is truth," she said, noting that regarding matters she was not involved in, she knows nothing just like everyone else, and awaits the truth to emerge.