Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Justice Minister Says Forex Charges Filed This Week, Names Included
Justice Minister Rutthapol Naovaratna confirmed forex charges will be filed this week, with Democrat MP Phawut Pongwittayapanu named in the indictment. Separately, another Democrat MP faces a September 28 summons over alleged nominee real e
100kg Of Pig Bones Illegally Dumped In Forest
Rescue workers in Buriram discovered approximately 100 kilograms of butchered pig bones and meat illegally dumped across a forest in Nang Rong district, with authorities suspecting traders discarded spoiled or unsold meat.
Deputy Abbot Found Dead in Monastery Quarters
A 66-year-old deputy abbot died of sudden cardiac arrest at a Nakhon Ratchasima temple on September 21, likely after collapsing in his bathroom while preparing for his morning alms round.
Six Charged in Myanmar Worker Death Cover-Up in Rayong
Six people have been charged with concealing the death of a Myanmar construction worker who died during an altercation with colleagues in Rayong. Police are still searching for the alleged killer, a 29-year-old Myanmar national who fled the
Retired Official Speeding Near Elephants Faces Wildlife Crime Charges
A retired government official faces wildlife crime charges after driving recklessly near wild elephants in Khao Yai National Park, nearly hitting a calf and endangering tourists, with potential penalties including five years imprisonment.
Thailand Raids Illegal Electronics Warehouses, Seizes 41,000 Items
Thailand's special operations unit seized 41,161 illegal electronics units worth over 32.5 million baht from two warehouses in Samut Prakan province, including uncertified wires, power strips, and LED bulbs imported without authorization. A
Mother Finds Son Dead in Bedroom After Two Days
A 23-year-old man in Chon Buri was found dead in his bedroom after two days of isolation; his mother discovered him on September 21, with police investigating what appears to be a suicide linked to depression and cannabis use.
Phuket Suspends 226 Volunteer Defense Corps Members
Phuket has suspended all 226 reserve Volunteer Defense Corps members in Thalang pending criminal background checks following allegations that officials extorted money from detainees at a drug checkpoint.
Police Arrest 16 Youths in Stabbing Death of 15-Year-Old
Police arrested 16 juveniles and young adults in Bangkok after a 15-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a street altercation near a repair shop early September 20. The victim provoked the group after riding past them on a motorcycle, le
Truck Driver Found Dead in Cab After Lighting Incense
A 65-year-old truck driver died in his cab after lighting incense to repel mosquitoes while sleeping on Phetchkasem Highway in Phatthalung Province on September 21. Police suspect chronic illness as the cause.
Lawyer Files DSI Complaint Against Kan Jomphlang Over Alleged Gambling Website Link
A lawyer filed a DSI complaint against Kan Jomphlang, alleging links to an online gambling website worth over 200 million baht and demanding investigation into his finances and those of associates.
Delivery Rider Critically Injured in Highway Collision
A 23-year-old delivery rider suffered critical injuries when his motorcycle collided with a reversing SUV on a Nakhon Ratchasima highway, with dashcam footage showing the SUV cut in front of the oncoming bike near Greenview traffic lights.