Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Woman Fund Officer Held Over 60M Baht Embezzlement
A 35-year-old village fund officer in Chiang Mai has been arrested for allegedly embezzling over 60 million baht from residents across four subdistricts, with police opposing her release due to the scale of victims and ongoing financial inv
Lawmaker Demands Crackdown on Cannabis Smuggling Networks
A Democrat lawmaker says Thailand needs urgent cannabis control legislation to combat massive smuggling operations that have seized 56 tons this year and damaged the nation's international reputation. The House Public Health Committee will
Local Exam Fraud Suspect Refuses Questioning in Thailand Case
A municipal director and university advisor were arrested for allegedly altering civil service exam scores, though the director refuses questioning while the advisor confirmed receiving exam data before it was sent for manipulation.
Mother Grieves After Son Shot Dead at Bangkok Traffic Light
A 22-year-old polytechnic student was shot dead by a motorcycle-riding gunman at a Bangkok traffic light in Ladkrabang district, leaving his mother unable to identify a motive or known conflict with the killer.
Fugitive Named Ko Arrested in Chiang Mai
A 48-year-old fugitive wanted for premeditated murder and illegal firearms possession was arrested at a fruit orchard in Chiang Mai after police tracked him down following a tip-off on July 16.
Phuket Seizes 23 Illegal Jet Skis, Fines Operators
Phuket authorities seized 23 illegal jet skis and fined operators up to 10,000 baht each for lacking proper boat licenses, part of an intensified crackdown to improve marine safety and tourist confidence.
Woman Reports Five-Year Stalking Campaign by Unknown Man
A Thai woman named Chatchaya Samroengraja has exposed a five-year stalking campaign by a man she has never met who repeatedly sends her gifts, letters, and messages despite her rejections and police reports.
Ex-Phuket Official Sues Landowner Over Extortion Allegations
A former Phuket Provincial Administrator sued a landowner for defamation after being accused of extorting 1 million baht for document alterations, which he denies. The ex-official claims he was unfairly dismissed from civil service and ques
Construction Firm Files Complaint Over 57 Million Baht Debt
A construction contractor filed a complaint with the Anti-Corruption Division seeking recovery of 57 million baht lent to a company in the Srinakarin area in 2024, with only 3 million baht repaid before the defendants disappeared.
Shooting Association Disputes Sniper's Asian Games Selection Rejection
Thailand's Shooting Association defended its rejection of 22-year-old shooter Isaranudom Boonparchaiwitpach from the Asian Games team, presenting evidence he finished third in selection trials when only the top two qualify.
Man Attacked by 10-Strong Gang, Firebombed and Stabbed
A 24-year-old man was firebombed and stabbed by approximately 10 assailants on motorcycles in Nonthaburi on July 16; he fled to a convenience store and survived with injuries to his neck and shoulder.
Woman Dies After Motorcycle Plunges Into Roadside Pond
A 32-year-old woman died after her motorcycle skidded off a curve and plunged into a roadside pond in Nonthaburi early July 16; police suspect excessive speed caused the solo crash.