Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Two Youths Arrested for Secretly Purchasing Firearms Near Sathorn Roundabout, Claims Self-Defense
Two teenagers were arrested near Sathorn Roundabout in Bangkok with an illegal handgun, shotgun, and ammunition they claimed to have purchased online for self-defense.
Sonthiya Files Complaint with Police to Investigate Piyabutr's Post on Abolishing the Privy Council as Violating Articles 108-112
A political activist filed a complaint with police accusing Move Forward Party member Dr. Piyabutr Saengkanokkul of violating lèse-majesté laws by reposting comments about abolishing the Privy Council, claiming the proposal disrespects the
Family seeks justice after sisters assaulted in late night attack
A delivery worker was arrested in Phetchaburi's Cha-am district after allegedly entering the bedroom of two teenage sisters and assaulting them at 2:30 a.m. on May 19; the family is pursuing legal action after the suspect was caught when th
Renowned Doctor Airlifted to Bangkok for Emergency Brain Surgery After Hit-and-Run by Intoxicated Foreign Motorcyclist
A renowned Thai physician was airlifted to Bangkok for emergency brain surgery after being hit by an intoxicated British motorcyclist on Koh Phangan; the suspect faces charges including reckless driving, hit-and-run, and drug possession.
Teacher Files Complaint Against Commander After Police Officer Sexually Harasses Her, Sends Explicit Images via Line
A 29-year-old teacher filed a complaint against a police Lance Corporal who sent her explicit images and threatening messages via Line chat, alleging sexual harassment. The officer has been transferred pending disciplinary investigation, wi
Thai Helps Thai Plus Day One: Social Media Shows 69% Successful Registration Despite App Crashes
Over 17 million Thais successfully registered for the Thai Helps Thai Plus energy relief program on its first day despite widespread app crashes, with social media showing 69% positive sentiment about the initiative that will provide monthl
Digital Minister Chaiychanok Dismisses Meta's AI Detection Claims in Obscene Livestream Case
Thailand's Digital Minister rejected Meta's claims that AI couldn't detect obscene livestreams, saying the platform's explanation about image manipulation and account switching is implausible given content appeared within seconds. New regul
Six Police Officers Charged in Extortion Case Linked to Chinese Nationals and Cambodia-Based Scam Network
Six police officers are now charged in an extortion scheme targeting Chinese nationals connected to a Cambodia-based scam network, with investigators expanding the case to include human smuggling operations involving Thai, Chinese, and Camb
Love Triangle Shooting: Recently Released Prisoner Sets Up Confrontation with Rival Over Girlfriend, Opens Fire with Handgun
A 30-year-old man was shot in the leg in Samut Prakan on May 25 in a love triangle dispute involving a recently released prisoner who fired at least six shots at his rival over a woman.
30-Year-Old Male Wild Elephant Dies from Electrocution After Straying Outside Protected Area
A 30-year-old male elephant from Salak Phra Wildlife Sanctuary died from electrocution after being driven outside the protected area and pulling live power lines into its mouth in Kanchanaburi Province. The incident highlights dangers wildl
Phichit Overflow Dams Collapse Within Days of Completion; Same Contractor Found Responsible for All Failures
Four newly completed dams in Phichit province collapsed within days of handover during heavy rainfall, all built by the same contractor who was responsible for previous dam failures in the region.
Body of South Korean Tourist Found Floating in Pattaya Sea as Police Rush to Determine Cause of Death
A South Korean tourist, identified as Jong Jun Hwan, was found dead floating in the sea north of Pattaya on May 25, with police investigating the cause of death.