Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Man Found Dead in Rental Room Under Mysterious Circumstances
A 30-year-old man was found dead in a rental room in Udon Thani on September 20, with police suspecting a chronic illness as the cause pending autopsy results. The case has drawn comparisons to a previous unsolved death in the same room.
Police Summon Famed Amulet Dealer Over Temple Foundation Scandal
Police have summoned renowned amulet dealer Pong Supharn to answer questions about his role on a foundation committee linked to the Putthai Sawan Temple embezzlement scandal, where the former abbot allegedly stole hundreds of millions of ba
Woman Found Dead in Taiwan After Being Stuffed in Suitcase
A 35-year-old woman from Nakhon Ratchasima who went missing in September was found dead in Taiwan, killed and stuffed in a suitcase by her Taiwanese boyfriend after she ended their relationship.
Trail Runner Dies After Collapse at 14km Mark
A trail runner collapsed and died during a 25-kilometre race in September after losing consciousness at the 14km mark, despite CPR efforts by fellow participants.
Gang Surrenders After 37-Year-Old Shot Dead
Three gang members, aged 15 to 19, surrendered to police in Nakhon Si Thammarat after fatally shooting a 37-year-old man on September 19, claiming they fired in self-defense during a roadside altercation.
Pickup Truck Catches Fire; 60-Year-Old Driver Escapes With Burns
A 60-year-old driver escaped a burning Isuzu pickup on Highway 304 in Prachuap Khiri Khan with burns after smoke suddenly erupted from the engine. He heroically flagged down traffic to prevent accidents while waiting for firefighters to arr
Family Dispute Erupts Into Stabbing After Ex-Wife Confrontation
A 36-year-old man was stabbed in the arm and neck during a family dispute in Samut Prakan on September 20 when his brother allegedly drew a knife during a confrontation over harassment of his ex-wife. Police are investigating competing clai
Truck Driver Arrested With 600,000 Methamphetamine Pills From Laos
A truck driver was arrested at the Thai-Lao border with over 600,000 methamphetamine pills hidden in his vehicle after customs officials discovered the drugs during an inspection at the Friendship Bridge checkpoint in Nong Khai Province.
Five Teenagers Chase Rival on Motorcycle, Open Fire in Yala City Center
Five armed teenagers on motorcycles chased and fired at a rival in Yala city center on September 20, causing the target bike to crash and leaving two people seriously injured; the shooters fled the scene.
Election Commission Refers 77 Senate Election Suspects to Supreme Court
Thailand's Election Commission has referred 77 suspects to the Supreme Court over violations during the 2017 Senate election selection process, with charges including bribery, vote-buying, and benefit solicitation across multiple provinces.
Group Of Teenagers Wielding Knives Clash At Traffic Light Near Hospital
Two rival groups of over 10 teenagers clashed with knives at a traffic light near a hospital in Kamphaeng Phet Province on September 20, prompting police investigation after the chaotic street confrontation alarmed nearby road users.
Teen Dies Day After Birthday in Rayong Truck Crash
A 16-year-old boy died in a motorcycle-truck collision in Rayong just one day after celebrating his birthday, with poor visibility from heavy rain blamed for the crash that also seriously injured his 15-year-old passenger.