Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
MP Phawut, Actor Film Questioned on Forex Fraud Charges
MP Phawut and actor Film reported to the DSI on August 3 to face unauthorized forex trading charges, including fraud and money laundering allegations.
Suspect Confesses to Three Family Murders, Claims He Was Coerced
A 24-year-old suspect confessed to three family murders in Chachoengsao but claims he was coerced into involvement and didn't know the crimes would occur. Police continue investigating his role in the killings while examining his claims aga
Mercedes Owner Vows Legal Action Over Road Rage Assault
A Mercedes-AMG owner is pursuing legal action after two motorcyclists spat on and damaged her rare blue coupe at a traffic light on a Bangkok-area road, with repair costs exceeding one million baht.
Motorcyclist Files Assault Complaint After Luxury Benz Confrontation
A motorcyclist filed an assault complaint after an altercation with a woman driving a rare Mercedes-Benz, claiming he can identify his attacker by face. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and preparing to call both parties for mediation.
Bangkok Police Bust Black Dollar Scam Targeting Rich Investors
Bangkok police arrested four foreign nationals operating a black dollar scam that duped wealthy investors by claiming ordinary paper treated with chemicals could become genuine US currency. The suspects were caught after undercover officers
Nine Civic Groups Push for Death Penalty in Serious Murder Cases
Nine civic groups petitioned Parliament on August 3 to enforce capital punishment for aggravated murder cases, citing recent brutal killings that have undermined Thailand's safety reputation among citizens and tourists.
Police Caution Photographers at Khao Yai Access Point
Police cautioned photographers operating at Khao Yai's Pak Chong access point following a complaint, though the 123Photo group says it only publishes images with customer consent.
Actor Film Questioned in Forex Fraud Investigation, Denies Involvement
Actor Rathaphoomi Tokongthrop was summoned by the Department of Special Investigation on August 3 in connection with an illegal forex trading scheme involving 22 suspects and over 142 million baht in transactions; his lawyer denies his invo
Four Officers Transferred After Teenager Bloodied by Police
A traffic police officer in Khon Kaen slapped a teenage boy during a roadside check, sparking viral outrage and prompting authorities to transfer four officers and launch an investigation into the August 3 incident.
Suspect 'Fluke' Breaks Down Under Questioning in Triple Murder Case
A 24-year-old suspect in a triple murder case broke down during police questioning in Chachoengsao, claiming he was deceived into participating and denying links to other crimes. Investigators targeted him because he is believed to be the m
Man Rages Over Horn Honk, Smashes Rare Mercedes Window
An intoxicated motorcyclist attacked a rare Mercedes-AMG C43 at a traffic light after the female driver honked at him for straddling lanes, smashing windows and mirrors before fleeing. The luxury car, one of only 18 in its color variant nat
Lawyer Admits Knowing Man with Same Surname Jailed 16 Years on Drug Charges
Lawyer Phatthrapong Suphakson from Buriram admitted knowing a namesake jailed 16 years for drug trafficking, after authorities investigated whether the convicted person illegally obtained a law license using a name-change document. The Bar