Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Man Shot Dead in Ambush Attack in Yala
A 31-year-old man was shot dead in an ambush attack in Yala's Bannang Sata district on July 25. Police are investigating the motive and searching for the shooter.
Five Foreign Women Arrested for Street Prostitution in Bangkok
Five foreign women were arrested for soliciting customers on a Bangkok street on July 25, with authorities charging them under anti-trafficking laws and initiating deportation proceedings.
Thai Military Confirms Investigation Into Officer's Death in Narathiwat
A second lieutenant with Thailand's 45th Ranger Regiment was found dead in his quarters at a military base in Narathiwat Province on July 24; the military has launched an investigation into the death while pledging support for the officer's
Gang of Teens Hurls Firecrackers at Bangkok Community
A gang of teenagers on motorcycles has attacked a Bangkok housing estate nearly a dozen times in recent months, throwing firecrackers over walls into homes at night, with incidents now occurring weekly in what residents fear could escalate
Delivery Rider Returns Lost Wallet to Police
A delivery rider found a wallet containing cash and documents near a court in Udon Thani and turned it in to police, leading to its return to a grateful vegetable vendor who promised to share lottery winnings if his ticket wins.
Ranger Deputy Commander Found Dead in Narathiwat Barracks
A 49-year-old ranger deputy commander was found dead from a gunshot wound to the chin in his Narathiwat barracks on Thursday evening, with investigators examining whether stress may have played a role.
King Appoints Samran Nualma as New Police Chief
General Samran Nualma has been appointed as Thailand's new Police Commissioner, taking office October 1, 2026, following the King's approval announced by the Prime Minister's Office.
Man Arrested After Beating Victim to Death With Bamboo Pole
A 58-year-old man died after being repeatedly beaten with a bamboo pole during a quarrel in Khon Kaen province; police arrested his 51-year-old attacker at home the following day.
Man Confesses to Killing, Dismembering Friend in Chachoengsao
A 51-year-old man confessed to stabbing his friend to death during a drunken argument in Chachoengsao, then dismembering and scattering the body across a eucalyptus forest.
Police Seize 506,000 Methamphetamine Pills Worth 30 Million Baht
Police in Pattani seized 506,000 methamphetamine pills worth 30 million baht from a pickup truck on July 23, arresting a smuggler linked to a major trafficking network operating between central Thailand and Narathiwat.
Teen Gang Kills Youth Over Shirt, Mother Seeks Justice
A teenager was fatally stabbed by a gang over his shirt on July 24 in Bangkok's Thung Khru district, with his grieving mother demanding justice as police have yet to make arrests.
Man Swept Away in Mae Yom River While Collecting Logs
A 34-year-old man was swept away by strong currents while collecting logs in the Mae Yom River in Mae Hong Son Province; rescue teams continue searching as dangerous water levels hamper recovery efforts.