Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Drug Smugglers Flee Police, Crash Into Garbage Truck
Drug smugglers fleeing police crashed their sedan into a garbage truck in Si Sa Ket, where authorities found 72,000 methamphetamine pills and launched a manhunt for three suspects who fled on foot.
Teacher Dies in Nonthaburi School Violence, Body Returns Home
A school administrator killed in a violent incident at Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi was laid to rest in his native Sisaket province, with his grieving family performing traditional funeral rites ahead of his Wednesday cremation.
Phuket Police Fine Russian Driver for Reckless BMW Stunt
A Russian driver was fined after a video of him drifting a white BMW recklessly in a Surin Beach parking lot went viral on social media. Phuket police took action following the August 7th incident near Cherng Talay.
School Switches to Online Classes After Shooting Threat
Hatyai school switched to online classes after a former South African employee posted shooting threats on social media, prompting police investigation and safety measures for August 10-11.
Thai Royals Extend Compassion to School Shooting Victims
The Thai King and Queen have extended royal patronage to victims of a shooting at Thepsirin School in Nonthaburi on August 7, providing medical care for the injured and financial assistance for funeral arrangements of the deceased.
Call Center Gang Swindles Temple of Nearly 9 Million Baht
A call center gang posing as police officers defrauded Mae Kham Temple in Chiang Rai of nearly 8.7 million baht by convincing the abbot to transfer funds for alleged money laundering investigations.
Local Journalist Assaulted by Deputy Police Chief in Khon Kaen
A journalist was hospitalized with serious injuries after being attacked by a deputy police chief at Ban Phai Police Station in Khon Kaen on August 7, and plans to file an assault complaint.
School Shooting Tragedy Exposes Failures at Home, School, and Society
A 14-year-old boy in Thailand shot and killed his grandparents and then opened fire at his school, killing multiple teachers and students before taking his own life. Investigators found he faced academic stress, bullying, family breakdown,
Police Find CCTV of Dragon Five Singer at Rama 7 Bridge
Police footage shows Dragon Five singer Tae climbing stairs beneath Rama 7 Bridge before his body was found in the water; his bandmate says he showed no warning signs and was not depressed.
Military Clashes With Drug Smugglers Near Thailand Border
Border Guard Police clashed with armed drug smugglers near the Thailand-Myanmar border in Chiang Rai, seizing nearly 2 million methamphetamine pills after a five-minute firefight in forest terrain.
Family of Three Laid to Rest in Chachoengsao Murder Case
Three family members murdered in Huay Yai were cremated on August 8 at a Chachoengsao temple, with a suspect named Thana in custody as police continue their investigation.
Bangkok Students Charged After Assault And Firearm Threat
St. Gabriel's College students in Bangkok face charges for allegedly assaulting a schoolmate and threatening him with a firearm in a July incident involving two rival groups with a history of disputes.