Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
No Room for Shortcuts – Police and Railways Joint Action Plan Must Prevent Future Tragedies
Police and railways officials outlined comprehensive short, medium, and long-term safety measures following a deadly Bangkok train-bus collision that killed eight people, including improved warning systems, traffic coordination, and enforce
Shocking: Jaturong Mokjok Opens Up About Sexual Abuse Suffered to Advance Entertainment Career, a Lifelong Scar
Thai entertainer Jaturong Mokjok revealed he endured sexual abuse as a young performer to launch his career, describing it as a lifelong scar he would accept again given the same circumstances.
Case Stalled: Woman Seeks to Reclaim Pickup Truck from Buriram Moneylender Who Claims It Was Dismantled, Offers Illegal Plate-Swapped Vehicle
A Buriram furniture shop owner claims a moneylender has refused to return a pickup truck pledged as collateral for a 45,000-baht loan, instead claiming it was dismantled and offering an illegal plate-swapped vehicle for an additional 120,00
Illegal Loan Gang Arrested with Predatory 304% Annual Interest Rates, Flooding City with Flyers
Police arrested a 19-year-old distributor for an illegal loan network charging predatory 304% annual interest rates and flooding Chiang Mai with promotional flyers, revealing a multi-province operation that persisted despite previous convic
National Police Chief Visits Koh Si Chang to Monitor Royal Development Project and Enhance Island Security
National Police Chief General Kittisak Punpetch visited Koh Si Chang to inspect security operations, boost officer morale, and monitor a royal island development project aimed at improving safety and tourism infrastructure.
Husband and Wife Arrested for Trafficking Thais to Cambodia, Locking Victims in 'Hell Prison' with Electric Shocks and Beatings, Demanding 500,000 Baht Ransom
A Thai couple was arrested in Chiang Mai for trafficking fellow Thais to Cambodia, where victims were tortured with electric shocks and forced into online fraud schemes before being ransomed for up to 500,000 baht to escape.
Car Scrap Lot Engulfed in Flames as Owner Dismantles Vehicle for Parts, Losses Reach Millions
A fire destroyed a scrap vehicle lot in Phatthalung province on May 23 after a worker's welding sparks ignited parts being dismantled from salvaged cars, causing over 1 million baht in damage.
51-Year-Old Man Dies After Motorcycle Crashes Through Temple Wall, Body Found at Gate
A 51-year-old man died after his motorcycle crashed through a temple wall in Chiang Mai's San Sai District early May 23, with his body discovered by monks inside the gate compound hours later.
Game Over! Indian Man Caught Flaunting Rifles and Target Practice on Koh Phangan
An Indian national was arrested on Koh Phangan after police raided his residence following reports of firearm discharges and drug trafficking. The 33-year-old faces charges including overstaying, illegal drug possession, and methamphetamine
Colleagues Shocked as Security Guard 'Lucky Duang' Found Dead Under Mysterious Circumstances in Rental Room
A 48-year-old security guard nicknamed "Lucky Duang" was found dead in his locked rental room in Ayutthaya on May 23, with no apparent signs of struggle or foul play. Known for his extraordinary luck winning lottery prizes totaling 400,000
Reckless Motorcyclist Runs Red Light and Gets Hit by Pickup Truck at Intersection, Wife and Two Young Children Injured
A motorcyclist carrying his wife and two young children ran a red light and was struck by a pickup truck at an intersection, with the collision captured on dashcam footage that drew criticism from social media users over the dangerous and r
China Reels from Mine Explosion: Death Toll Climbs to at Least 90
A gas explosion at a coal mine in China's Shanxi Province killed at least 90 people and injured over 100 on May 22nd, with authorities investigating high carbon monoxide levels at the facility.