Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Son Discovers Parents Dead After Bringing Durian Home
A man shot his wife in their Krabi home before turning the gun on himself on July 27; their son discovered both bodies after returning from harvesting durian with gifts for his mother.
Police Bust Drug Party with 21 Suspects in Udon Thani
Police arrested 21 people during a raid on a rental house drug party in Udon Thani, seizing MDMA, ketamine, methamphetamine, and GHB from the venue on July 26.
Thalang Police Boost Traffic Safety for July Holiday
PHUKET: Thalang Police have mobilised officers, emergency responders and support agencies to manage traffic, respond to road accidents and assist motorists during what officials have designated as the July 25-30 holiday period.
Police Identify 14 Guns Used in Checkpoint Attack That Killed 5 Rangers
Police ballistic analysis identified 14 firearms used in a July 22 checkpoint attack in Narathiwat that killed five rangers, with one weapon previously linked to a June killing. Authorities believe 13 coordinated attackers were involved and
Ex-Girlfriend Turns Herself In After Shooting Teacher Dead
A 33-year-old woman turned herself in after shooting her ex-boyfriend, a 34-year-old teacher, dead in his Khon Kaen bedroom early July 27. She fled to Nong Bua Lamphu before surrendering with her father's help.
Man With Mental Illness Attacks Woman, Injures Her Son
A man suspected of having mental illness attacked a 60-year-old woman with a stick near Tal Lom Temple in Chachoengsao on July 27, then beat her son when he confronted him, leaving residents fearful and demanding authorities intervene.
Foreign National Arrested After Attacking Beachgoers, Disabled Woman in Hua Hin
A Qatari national was arrested after attacking beachgoers including a disabled elderly woman near Hua Hin Beach on July 26; six people sustained minor injuries and the suspect was ordered to pay 100,000 baht in compensation.
Steel Sheet Pile Crushes Worker at Dam Site
A 27-year-old construction worker was killed when a 12-meter steel sheet pile collapsed onto him at a dam project in Pathum Thani Province on July 27 after a backhoe accidentally struck it while he was changing a trailer battery.
Gang of 10 Steals Vintage Clothes in Chiang Mai, Only 3 Arrested
A gang of over 10 thieves ransacked vintage clothing shops across Chiang Mai's Nimmana district starting July 21, with police arresting only three juvenile suspects while the majority remain at large.
Retired Air Force Officer Found Dead in Car with Pets
A 68-year-old retired air force officer was found dead in her car at a Pathum Thani market parking lot on July 27, with her two pets beside her; authorities suspect she had been deceased for two to three days.
Teacher Shot Dead by Ex-Girlfriend in Khon Kaen
A 34-year-old teacher in Khon Kaen was shot dead by his ex-girlfriend early July 27, who then forced his friend at gunpoint to drive her car before fleeing; police are searching for the suspect.
Mother Demands Hospital Investigation After Newborn Dies at 5 Days
A mother is demanding investigation after her newborn died five days post-delivery, claiming hospital staff neglected care and were distracted during the critical day before the infant's death on July 21.