Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Gang of Teens Opens Fire in Motorcycle Shop, Kills Man
A gang of more than 10 teenagers in two pickup trucks opened fire on a 32-year-old man inside a motorcycle repair shop in Bangkok, shooting him 21 times and killing him instantly before fleeing the scene early September 18.
Man Shot Dead on Motorcycle in Phuket
A 32-year-old cement truck driver was shot dead on his motorcycle in Phuket's Thalang district on September 17, with police investigating whether the gunman followed him from work.
Cement Truck Crashes Into Home, Driver Dead
A cement truck crashed into a residential building near Luea Chai traffic light in Amnat Charoen province on September 17, killing the 40-year-old driver who became trapped in the vehicle. Police suspect the driver fell asleep in rainy nigh
Teen Gang Beats 16-Year-Old, Threatens Victim With Police Father
A video shows a gang of older teenage girls brutally attacking a 16-year-old in Phitsanulok Province on September 11, with one attacker threatening the victim by claiming her father is a police officer. The victim was later coerced into fil
Bar Shut Down for 5 Years Over Unlicensed Operations
A bar in Samut Prakan Province has been shut down for five years after authorities found it operating without licenses and illegally selling alcohol from a market location in Muang District.
Royal Thai Police Sets Year 69 Promotions Deadline
Thai police have announced year 69 annual promotions running from October through November, with officers also able to request transfers during a 30-day window following seniority list announcements.
Road Surveyor Killed When Cement Truck Backs Over Him
A cement truck backed over a 29-year-old road surveyor while he was inspecting a lane-expansion project in Manjachakiri district, Khon Kaen province, killing him instantly despite a coworker's warning shout.
Elderly Woman Rescued After Drifting Down River on Water Lettuce
An elderly woman was rescued after drifting down Thailand's Nan River clinging to water lettuce in weakened condition. Local residents heard her calls for help and paddled out to bring her safely to shore in Chai Nat province.
Bangkok Officials Fine Dump Truck After Mud Spill Clogs Traffic
Bangkok officials fined a dump truck driver after an overloaded vehicle spilled mud onto a sedan at Wachirpol intersection on September 17, blocking traffic and drawing social media criticism.
Forged Documents Expose Lieutenant's Fraudulent Transfer to Ko Libong
A second lieutenant fraudulently transferred to a legal officer position at Ko Libong Subdistrict Municipality in Trang using forged military documents, prompting authorities to revoke the appointment and launch an investigation.
Missing Man Found Alive After Two Days Lost in Forest
Man missing for two days in a Rayong forest was found alive in thorny brush near a canal, shocking rescuers who initially believed he was dead until he cried out when touched.
Drunk Taxi Driver Flees After Plowing Into Homes in Bangkok Alley
A drunk taxi driver rammed a Bangkok alley on September 17, damaging motorcycles and property before fleeing; police are searching for the 50-year-old driver and have impounded the vehicle as evidence.