Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Industry Minister Orders Investigation Into Ammonia Leak At Ice Factory
An ammonia leak at an ice factory in Suphan Buri Province hospitalized 36 people and forced evacuations of two nearby schools with 3,000 students. The Industry Minister ordered investigations and safety inspections at similar facilities acr
Police Spokesman Meets Media To Improve Communications
Thailand's National Police Office held a communications seminar to improve how it shares information with the public and media, focusing on building trust through transparent and timely messaging across all police commands.
Container Truck Engulfed in Flames on Chimpli Overpass
A container truck caught fire on Bangkok's Chimpli elevated expressway on July 8, blocking traffic until firefighters extinguished the blaze in 20 minutes. The driver sustained minor injuries.
Myanmar Military Clash Sends Stray Bullets Into Thailand
Heavy fighting between Myanmar military forces and opposition groups near the Thai border in Tak province sent stray bullets into civilian homes in Thailand on July 8, with authorities urging residents to evacuate to shelters.
Russian Nabbed With 17kg Cannabis At Phuket Airport
A Russian man was arrested at Phuket Airport with 17kg of cannabis hidden in his luggage while attempting to depart Thailand on July 8, 2026.
Man Arrested After Iron Bar Attack on Saraburi Police
A 42-year-old man was arrested in Saraburi after attacking two police officers with an iron bar outside a restaurant on July 6, an incident captured in a viral Facebook video that helped authorities locate and apprehend him the following da
Food Delivery Rider Kicks Injured Woman After Crash
A food delivery rider kicked a 61-year-old woman injured in a motorcycle collision on Srichan Road in Khon Kaen on July 8, prompting a police investigation after the assault was caught on video.
Thailand And UK Team Up Against Cannabis Smuggling
Thailand’s Customs Department, together with the United Kingdom’s National Crime Agency (NCA) and the British Embassy in Thailand, has launched the Thailand–UK Partnership on Cannabis Border Con...
Toddler Struck By Pickup Truck In Critical Condition
A 14-month-old girl was struck in the head by a pickup truck in Sri Racha and remained unconscious after the incident; she was rushed to hospital for emergency treatment.
Ammonia Leak at Ice Plant Controlled, All Safe
An ammonia leak at an ice factory in Suphanburi Province forced the evacuation of a nearby school on July 8, but authorities quickly controlled the situation after repairing the faulty valve. Several students and teachers who inhaled fumes
Justice Official Submits Resignation Amid Graft Probe
Pong Neelamyothin, Justice Ministry Permanent Secretary, has submitted her resignation after completing her four-year term, citing preference to leave rather than accept a lesser advisory role. Her resignation comes as she faces a corruptio
Police Dismiss Dragon Logo Conspiracy Theories
Bangkok police dismiss online conspiracy theories linking a dragon-shaped logo in Huay Kwang to alleged Chinese territorial expansion, saying it's simply a design choice for easy recognition. The commander emphasized police lack authority o