Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Man Slaps 4-Year-Old Girl Twice at Learning Center in Phayao
A 24-year-old man slapped a 4-year-old girl twice at a learning center in Phayao's riverside district on July 25, prompting her mother to file a police complaint and seek medical examination.
Former Thai Tennis Coach Found Dead in Pattaya Home
Former Thailand national tennis coach Natthawi Sukkhantharun, 64, was found dead in his Pattaya home on July 26; police are investigating and seeking to question a former Lao student he had recently complained about.
Suspect in Kanchanaburi Entertainment Complex Shooting Arrested
Police arrested a 34-year-old man in a Kanchanaburi sugarcane field after a four-month manhunt for his role in a December shooting outside an entertainment venue that stemmed from a rival group dispute.
Police Arrest Top Gunman in Sugarcane Field Shooting
Police arrested a 34-year-old gunman in a Kanchanaburi sugarcane field for his role in a shooting outside an entertainment venue that stemmed from a long-standing gang feud.
Woman Shoots Ex-Boyfriend Dead in Rental Room
A 33-year-old woman shot her ex-boyfriend dead in a Khon Kaen rental room on July 27 before fleeing; she later surrendered to police in her home province with the weapon.
Five Italian Students Fined Over Bangkok Skytrain Dispute
BANGKOK: Five Italian students have been fined after settling a dispute with a Thai woman over their behaviour during a BTS Skytrain confrontation that drew widespread online criticism last week.
Elderly Rider Vows Legal Action After MG Driver Punches Him
A 70-year-old delivery rider was punched by an MG sedan driver at a Bangkok gas station on July 26 after parking in an EV charging spot, leaving him with injuries requiring six stitches and vowing legal action.
Foreign Couple's Beach Conduct Sparks Online Outrage
A viral video showing a foreign couple engaged in sexual activity on Tri Trang Beach in Phuket has sparked online outrage, with social media users calling for their arrest and deportation.
Hand Grenades Blast Home in Phatthalung, Owner Shaken
Two hand grenades detonated at a Phatthalung home early July 27, leaving the sleeping owner shaken but unharmed; police suspect the attack was meant for a neighboring property linked to unpaid drug-related debts.
Drug Trade, Smuggling Fueling Southern Border Unrest, Official Says
Drug trafficking and smuggling networks are fueling instability in Thailand's southern border provinces, a senior government advisor said, urging authorities to prosecute offenders and address cross-border criminal activities alongside ongo
Gang Gunfight Over Social Media Challenge Kills 18-Year-Old
An 18-year-old was shot and killed in a pre-dawn gang gunfight in Samut Prakan on July 27 after a social media dispute between rival groups escalated into street violence. Police arrested a 17-year-old shooter and two accomplices within hou
Police Raid Bangkok Pub, Find 45 Underage Patrons
Police raided a Bangkok pub early July 27 and found 45 underage patrons, including 16 under age 18, with eight people testing positive for drugs. The venue operator was arrested and faces charges including selling alcohol to minors and chil