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Thailand braces for heavy rainfall and flash floods in 51 provinces by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of Nikolas Behrendt, Unsplash The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for 51 provinces, including Bangkok, forecasting heavy rainfall and advising caution against flash floods and forest runoffs. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333226-thailand-braces-for-heavy-rainfall-and-flash-floods-in-51-provinces/

The Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) has issued a warning for 51 provinces, including Bangkok, forecasting heavy rainfall and advising caution against flash floods and forest runoffs. Today, the Thai Meteorological Department predicts strong monsoons will sweep through the upper northern and northeastern regions, impacting the pressure systems over the northern South China Sea. The monsoon’s force, covering the Andaman Sea, southern regions, the Gulf of Thailand, central Thailand, and eastern Thailand, is expected to bring heavy rain across multiple areas, particularly in the north, east, and western parts of the south. Residents in these regions are urged to be vigilant against severe rainfall and potential flash floods, especially those living in low-lying areas and near mountains. The department’s 11th announcement warns of heavy rains tomorrow in 55 provinces. The seas in the upper Andaman and upper Gulf of Thailand will experience strong winds, with waves reaching 2 to 3 metres and exceeding 3 metres in thunderstorm areas. In the lower Andaman Sea, waves will be around 2 metres, also higher in thunderstorm zones. Mariners in these areas should exercise caution and avoid sailing in stormy conditions. Small boats, particularly in the upper Andaman and upper Gulf of Thailand, are advised to stay ashore. Weather Forecast for Thailand from 6am today to 6am tomorrow Heavy rainfall Northern Region: Thunderstorms will cover 70% of the area, with heavy rain expected in Mae Hong Son, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Lampang, Phayao, Nan, Phrae, Uttaradit, Tak, Sukhothai, Phitsanulok, Kamphaeng Phet, Phichit, and Phetchabun. Temperatures will range between 25 and 26°C minimum and 32 and 35°C maximum, with variable winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour. Northeastern Region: Seventy percent of the area will experience thunderstorms, with heavy to very heavy rain expected in Loei, Chaiyaphum, Nong Khai, Bueng Kan, Nong Bua Lamphu, Udon Thani, Sakon Nakhon, Nakhon Phanom, Khon Kaen, Kalasin, Mukdahan, Maha Sarakham, Roi Et, Yasothon, Amnat Charoen, Surin, Si Sa Ket, and Ubon Ratchathani. Temperatures will range from 23 to 26°C minimum to 31 to 33°C maximum, with variable winds at 10 to 20 kilometres per hour. Central Region: Sixty percent of the area will see thunderstorms, with heavy rain in Nakhon Sawan, Lopburi, Saraburi, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya, Kanchanaburi, and Ratchaburi. Temperatures will be between 24 and 26°C minimum and 32 and 35°C maximum, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 25 kilometres per hour. Eastern Region: Thunderstorms are expected in 80% of the area, with very heavy rain in Nakhon Nayok, Prachin Buri, Chachoengsao, Chon Buri, Rayong, Chanthaburi, and Trat. Temperatures will range from 26 to 28°C minimum to 30 to 33°C maximum, with southwesterly winds at 20 to 40 kilometres per hour. The sea will have waves of 2 to 3 metres, exceeding 3 metres in thunderstorm areas. Southern Region (East Coast): Sixty percent of the area will have thunderstorms, with heavy rain in Phetchaburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan, and Chumphon. Temperatures will be between 23 and 25°C minimum and 30 and 34°C maximum. From Surat Thani upwards, southwesterly winds will blow at 20 to 35 kilometres per hour, with the sea having waves around 2 metres, higher in thunderstorm zones. From Nakhon Si Thammarat downwards, winds will be southwesterly at 15 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves of 1 to 2 metres, higher in thunderstorm areas. Southern Region (West Coast): Thunderstorms will cover 70% of the area, with very heavy rain in Ranong, Phang Nga, and Phuket. Temperatures will range from 24 to 25°C minimum to 28 to 32°C maximum. From Phuket upwards, southwesterly winds will be at 20 to 40 kilometres per hour, with the sea having waves of 2 to 3 metres, higher in thunderstorm areas. From Krabi downwards, winds will be southwesterly at 20 to 35 kilometres per hour, with waves around two metres, higher in thunderstorm zones, reported KhaoSod. Bangkok and Surrounding Areas: Seventy percent of the area will experience thunderstorms with some heavy rain. Temperatures will range between 26 and 28°C minimum and 32 and 35°C maximum, with southwesterly winds at 10 to 25 kilometres per hour. by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of Nikolas Behrendt, Unsplash Source: The Thaiger 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

70-Year-Old Dutch Man Dies After Falling From Six Story Building on Soi Buakhao By Aim Tanakorn Oplus_0 Pattaya — A 70-year-old Dutch man died after falling from the rooftop of a six-story building on Soi Buakhao in South Pattaya late this afternoon, July 17th, 2024. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333222-70-year-old-dutch-man-dies-after-falling-from-six-story-building-on-soi-buakhao/

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Oplus_0 Pattaya — A 70-year-old Dutch man died after falling from the rooftop of a six-story building on Soi Buakhao in South Pattaya late this afternoon, July 17th, 2024. The incident occurred around 4:06 PM at a building whose name was withheld by police pending further investigation. Emergency responders rushed to the scene to find a crowd of nervous tourists gathered around the scene. On the second-floor canopy, the body of a 70-year-old Dutch national was found lifeless in a curled-up position with blood pooling around him. Rescue personnel faced difficulty in retrieving the body due to the iron frame of the canopy bending and being unable to bear their weight. A crane from Pattaya City was called in to help lower the deceased’s body. Police said initial examinations showed no signs of foul play. By Aim Tanakorn Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe If you or someone you know is feeling depressed please reach out for help. The Pattaya News suggests the Samaritans of Thailand which can be reached here: https://www.facebook.com/Samaritans.Thailand/

NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Thursday 18 July 2024 Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333219-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-thursday-18-july-2024/

A former senator's son has been arrested for running an online gambling network and its payment system. The 33-year-old was detained after raids in the capital. His father, an economist and former senator, has written extensively on gambling and corruption. A 39-year-old gambling website owner was also arrested. Police seized two desktops, a laptop, 14 mobile phones, 21 bank passbooks, 53 ATM cards, and four luxury cars worth over 400 million baht. A House committee has urged the government to clarify misinformation about 265,000 rai of land in an eastern national park. Contrary to claims, the land is not virgin forest but houses a community with a temple, market, school, and healthcare facility. Over 900,000 people participated in public hearings, but their accuracy is in question due to possible misunderstandings about the land's condition. Police and hospital officials confirmed Cyanide poisoning was the cause of 6 deaths including the killer, A Vietnamese American named Sherine Chong, their bodies were found in a room in the Grand Hyatt Erawan hotel on Tuesday, Traces of the rapid-acting, deadly chemical were found during autopsies of the bodies and on drinking glasses and a teapot in the hotel room. Several million cubic metres of water escaped from the breached reservoir in north east Thailand yesterday, swamping some 10 thousand Rai of farmland One man was reported missing. Around the region. China’s foreign ministry says it has halted nuclear-arms-control talks with the United States,in a protest of Washington's arms sales to the democratically governed island of Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its territory. The Chinese decision deals a potentially serious setback to global arms-control efforts, with Beijing joining Moscow in refusing to discuss with Washington measures to curb a nuclear-arms race. Todays’ WEATHER Chiang Mai and the north: Thunderstorms 32C degrees celsius Bangkok: cloudy thundershowers 31 Pattaya: Cloudy, rain and thunderstorms 30 Phuket and the south: cloudy with thundershowers 30 Hua Hin: Cloudy with showers, clearing, but returning later in the day. 31 Much the same over the weekend AQI: green which is good Green clear, yellow moderate, Orange High, Red unhealthy. Credits: Bangkok Post, The Nation, Asean Now, Khaosod English, Hua Hin Today, Channel News Asia, South China Morning Post, The Straits Times. The Irrawaddy. Wunderground.com The Pattaya News, Phuket News, Windy.com. -- SURF 102.5 FM 2024-07-18 Listen Live: Surf 102.5 Facebook: Surf 102.5 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Six-wheel truck rampage damages over 20 cars on Rama II Road (video) by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of เฮียขับรถ Facebook A chaotic scene unfolded on Rama II Road as a six-wheel truck went on a rampage, crashing into over 20 parked vehicles. Locals and police joined forces to chase the vehicle, but the driver did not stop. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333217-six-wheel-truck-rampage-damages-over-20-cars-on-rama-ii-road-video/

A chaotic scene unfolded on Rama II Road as a six-wheel truck went on a rampage, crashing into over 20 parked vehicles. Locals and police joined forces to chase the vehicle, but the driver did not stop. Yesterday, a video clip circulated online showing a group of motorcyclists pursuing a six-wheel truck that had caused multiple collisions and then fled the scene. The footage revealed the truck speeding away while police, locals, and several motorcycle riders attempted to catch up. The incident occurred near a well-known shopping mall on Rama II Road. Eyewitnesses reported that the truck showed no signs of stopping as it rammed into stationary vehicles, causing extensive damage. One witness stated, “The truck kept ploughing through the parked cars without any hesitation.” The viral video attracted significant attention on social media, with numerous netizens sharing and commenting on the incident. One viewer remarked, “There must be over 20 damaged cars. How will they compensate for this?,” reported KhaoSod. In related news, a Japanese tourist, in a fit of rage from an argument, drove his car into a popular Pattaya restaurant, crashing into numerous cars and motorcycles before finally colliding with a tour bus. This incident on July 10, left him injured and in police custody. Police Lieutenant Colonel Itthiporn Tangchuthaweesap of Pattaya City Police Station reported that they received a distress call at 9.36pm. A foreign man was reportedly driving erratically, damaging vehicles and property on Bua Khao Road in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung, Chon Buri. The chaos unfolded in front of a well-known entertainment venue where tables, chairs, and motorcycles were found toppled and damaged. Tourists and employees were visibly shaken. The perpetrator, a 60 year old Japanese tourist, was driving a white Toyota. He rampaged through Bua Khao Road to South Pattaya, hitting cars and motorcycles along the way. by Nattapong Westwood Picture courtesy of เฮียขับรถ Facebook Source: The Thaiger 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

House passes supplementary budget bill to fund “digital wallet After a day-long debate, the Lower House passed the first reading of the government’s 122 billion baht mid-year supplementary budget bill, to fund the “digital wallet” scheme, by 297 to 164 votes. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333212-house-passes-supplementary-budget-bill-to-fund-“digital-wallet/

After a day-long debate, the Lower House passed the first reading of the government’s 122 billion baht mid-year supplementary budget bill, to fund the “digital wallet” scheme, by 297 to 164 votes. The House then set up a 32-member scrutiny committee to deliberate the bill for two days, after which it will return to the House for its second and final readings by July 31st. It is reported that 314 government MPs attended the debate yesterday, but 15 of them did not cast votes for unknown reasons. Source: Thai PBS 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thailand Arrests over 100,000 Undocumented Workers, Including 80,000 Myanmar Nationals File photo for reference only. Courtesy Prachachat In a significant crackdown, the Thai Ministry of Labour has announced the arrest of more than 100,000 undocumented foreign workers within the past 36 days. The massive operation forms part of a 120-day initiative aiming to curb illegal employment across Thailand. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333210-thailand-arrests-over-100000-undocumented-workers-including-80000-myanmar-nationals/

In a significant crackdown, the Thai Ministry of Labour has announced the arrest of more than 100,000 undocumented foreign workers within the past 36 days. The massive operation forms part of a 120-day initiative aiming to curb illegal employment across Thailand. The operation, launched on June 5, targeted various businesses and industries nationwide. According to the Department of Employment, Immigration Department, and police, joint inspection teams visited sites such as shops in Huai Khwang, Bangkok, coconut factories in Ratchaburi, restaurants in Udon Thani, and construction sites in Chachoengsao. The sweep resulted in the detention of 108,875 undocumented workers. A significant majority of the arrested individuals, 80,913 to be precise, were Myanmar nationals. Other nationals included 16,507 Cambodians, 7,804 Laotians, 104 Vietnamese, and 3,547 workers from various other countries. The Thai government outlined strict penalties for both undocumented workers and their employers. Workers without proper documentation or work permits, or those engaged in unauthorized jobs, face fines ranging from 5,000 to 50,000 baht. In addition, they will be deported and banned from re-entering Thailand for employment purposes for two years. Employers caught hiring undocumented workers will be subject to fines between 10,000 to 100,000 baht per worker. Repeat offences carry the possibility of up to one year in prison, as well as fines from 50,000 to 200,000 baht. Furthermore, repeat offenders will be banned from employing migrant workers for three years. The announcement underscores Thailand's stringent measures to regulate its workforce, aiming to ensure legal employment practices and safeguard economic stability. As the 120-day operation continues, more arrests and penalties are expected, indicating the Government's commitment to cracking down on illegal employment. File photo for reference only. Courtesy Prachachat -- 2024-07-18 - Cigna offers a range of plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Icelandic Man Found Dead in Samut Prakan Hotel Room Picture courtesy:Kaosod via DV Iceland In a puzzling and tragic incident, a 54-year-old Icelandic man was discovered dead in his hotel room in Samut Prakan, Thailand. The body bore no visible signs of injury, and the room contained only beer cans and liquor bottles. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333209-icelandic-man-found-dead-in-samut-prakan-hotel-room/

In a puzzling and tragic incident, a 54-year-old Icelandic man was discovered dead in his hotel room in Samut Prakan, Thailand. The body bore no visible signs of injury, and the room contained only beer cans and liquor bottles. The man had been residing at the well-known hotel for nearly a month. According to hotel staff, he had a routine of checking out and back in daily around 10.30 a.m. However, when he did not follow his usual pattern on July 17th, a concerned hotel employee used a keycard to enter his room and found him deceased. Police Lieutenant Colonel Damrong Sukchusri from Bang Kaew Police Station received the report at 11.30 a.m. and promptly proceeded to the scene with his team. Among them were Police Colonel Direk Thongkamkaew, specialist doctors from Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital, and volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation. In the second-floor room, the Icelandic man was found lying beside the bed, dressed in a black T-shirt and red shorts, with hands and feet stiffened, indicating he had been dead for between six and twelve hours. A thorough examination revealed no signs of physical assault or struggle. Authorities documented the liquor bottles and beer cans found in the room as evidence. Subsequently, the body was transported to Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital for an autopsy to determine the precise cause of death. The hotel employee, who found the body, mentioned that the man drank alcohol daily. This detail led police to initial suspicions that excessive alcohol consumption or a related health issue might have contributed to his death. However, confirmation of the cause awaits the autopsy results from the hospital. As investigations continue, the police await further insights from medical professionals to solve the mystery surrounding this tragic death. Picture courtesy:Kaosod via DV Iceland -- 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Bangkok hotel deaths: Vietnamese Guide Admits to Supplying 'Snake Poison' Picture courtesy: Matichon via Thai Newsroom In a new development, a Vietnamese guide has admitted to being involved in a murder-suicide at a luxury downtown Bangkok hotel. On July 16, six Vietnamese visitors, including two American citizens, died under mysterious circumstances at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333208-bangkok-hotel-deaths-vietnamese-guide-admits-to-supplying-snake-poison/

In a new development, a Vietnamese guide has admitted to being involved in a murder-suicide at a luxury downtown Bangkok hotel. On July 16, six Vietnamese visitors, including two American citizens, died under mysterious circumstances at the Grand Hyatt Erawan Hotel. The guide, Mr. Phan Ngoc Vu, 35, revealed to police that one of the deceased, Ms. Thi Nguyen Phuong Lan, 47, had given him 11,000 baht between July 3-5 to purchase what she referred to as "snake medicine No. 7." Phan passed this task on to a man known only as “Tiger,” who delivered the item to Lan at one of the Atrium hotels in Bangkok. Initially feared to be poison, police have sent a sample of the "snake medicine" for testing to determine its nature. They are currently reviewing surveillance footage to identify and capture the elusive "Tiger." Adding another layer of intrigue, Lan's Japanese businessman husband informed police that he had given 70 million dong (about 90,000 baht) to Lan's sister, who returned to Vietnam on July 10. Phan confirmed he had exchanged this sum into Thai baht and handed it over to Lan’s sister while she was in the company of Mr. Hung Dang Van, 55, one of the deceased. Lan's husband, who flew in from Japan, disclosed that his wife had convinced their friends, Ms. Thi Nguyen Phuong, 46, and Mr. Hong Pham Thanh, 49, to invest over 10 million baht to build a hospital in Japan. Contrary to earlier suspicions, Lan had not misused the investment for personal gain but entrusted it to another Vietnamese-American investor, Ms. Sherine Chong, 56, also among the deceased. Her husband further noted that on July 15, he had video-called Lan twice. Although she seemed cheerful and showed no signs of distress, she later did not answer his repeated calls but managed to transfer 7,000 baht to their child, reported Thai Newsroom. Picture courtesy: Matichon via Thai Newsroom -- 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Thailand’s Digital Wallet Crisis: MFP Opposes Budget Allocation Picture courtesy: Thai PBS Thailand's Move Forward Party (MFP) has robustly opposed the government's supplementary budget bill, spotlighting the controversial digital wallet scheme. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333207-thailand’s-digital-wallet-crisis-mfp-opposes-budget-allocation/

Thailand's Move Forward Party (MFP) has robustly opposed the government's supplementary budget bill, spotlighting the controversial digital wallet scheme. The scheme, pegged at an astronomical 450 billion baht, aims to inject 10,000 baht into the wallets of eligible citizens. However, it has faced severe criticism for its dubious effectiveness in stimulating economic growth and its potential to breach legal and fiscal policy principles. MFP Deputy Leader Sirikanya Tansakul led the charge, urging coalition parties to turn down the Pheu Thai Party's flagship initiative. She forewarned that endorsing the scheme might entail legal implications and expose Thailand to significant financial risks. The issue dominated discussions in the Lower House, where representatives deliberated over the government's mid-year budget bill. This bill seeks an extra 122 billion baht to cover funding gaps following the decision not to borrow from the Bank of Agriculture and Agricultural Cooperatives (BAAC). As the launch date for the digital wallet registration looms, barely 15 days away, Sirikanya underscored the ambiguity around the executing ministry or agency. Despite two companies securing contracts to develop the system, the disbursement details of the 10,000 baht to Thai citizens remain unclear. Sirikanya argued that the scheme could favour major retailers with strong financial reserves, disadvantaging smaller shops struggling with liquidity issues. The downscaled budget, assuming a 90% registration rate among eligible participants, was dismissed as a face-saving measure to fulfil election pledges. With GDP growth forecasts downgraded from 2.7% to 2.5%, Sirikanya slammed the government for not revising its revenue projections. She highlighted a 26 billion baht shortfall in revenue over the last eight months, questioning the reliability of the government's revenue forecast. Sirikanya also pointed out that the underutilised 100 billion baht Central Fund should have been used to mitigate the financial woes stemming from high electricity and oil prices or to assist those affected by environmental disasters like flooding and drought. She accused the government of reserving the Central Fund for the digital wallet scheme instead of urgently needed support measures. Additionally, she criticised the government's intent to roll over 2024 fiscal year funds into the next year, deeming it a breach of fiscal discipline principles. This brewing financial storm underlines the growing tension and the need for more transparent and effective fiscal management to steer Thailand's economy towards stability. Picture courtesy: Thai PBS -- 2024-07-18 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

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Unidentified Foreigner Found Asleep on Pattaya Beach Dressed as Monk Photo: The Pattaya News Early this morning, an odd incident occurred on Pattaya Beach, Thailand. A foreign man, outfitted in monk's attire, was found asleep on the beach. Local residents and tourists spotted the unfamiliar man dozing on the beach. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333184-unidentified-foreigner-found-asleep-on-pattaya-beach-dressed-as-monk/

Mae Hong Son cracks down on inappropriate tourist behaviour Image courtesy of Pattaya Mail Mae Hong Son Governor Chucheep Pongchai issued an urgent directive to tighten regulations and enhance supervision of tourism activities in the Pai district, following reports of inappropriate behaviour by some foreign tourists during river tubing on the Pai River. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333182-mae-hong-son-cracks-down-on-inappropriate-tourist-behaviour/

Following the suspicious deaths of six Vietnamese nationals at a hotel in Bangkok, Thai police discovered that one of the deceased, a Vietnamese-American woman, allegedly poisoned her friends before committing suicide with the toxin over a 10 million baht debt. UPDATE: Murder-suicide: 6 Vietnamese deaths linked to 10 million baht debt Photo via Matichon Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333115-six-vietnamese-found-dead-in-bangkok-hotel-room/?do=findComment&comment=19072149

Burmese man wanted for murder of Iranian-Thai couple in Pattaya by Petch Petpailin Photo via ThaiRath Police in Pattaya are searching for a Burmese man suspected of murdering his employees, an Iranian man and his Thai wife. Their bodies were discovered in a bedroom above their Iranian restaurant on July 16. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1333146-burmese-man-wanted-for-murder-of-iranian-thai-couple-in-pattaya/

Police in Pattaya are searching for a Burmese man suspected of murdering his employees, an Iranian man and his Thai wife. Their bodies were discovered in a bedroom above their Iranian restaurant on July 16. The victims, 63 year old Mojtaba Ghanbariazad and his wife Thanaporn Poonprakone, were found by a relative who had a dream about Thanaporn and was concerned because her daughter had been unable to contact her since July 11. ThaiRath reported that Ghanbariazad was found lying half-naked on the floor next to the bed with a swollen penis and red sweatpants wrapped around his neck. Thanaporn’s body was on the bed, covered with a red blanket, with her arms tied with a phone charger wire and her legs tied with a green robe. The bedroom showed signs of a struggle and a search for valuables. The main suspect is the couple’s 21 year old Burmese employee, Min Lwin OO. The motive is believed to be delayed salary payment and physical assault by Ghanbariazad. Security footage showed Min Lwin OO arriving at the restaurant around 8.19pm on July 11, before the couple arrived home around 11pm. He was seen again at 6.20am leaving with his 19 year old girlfriend, Ei, on the deceased’s motorcycle and carrying all their belongings. Thanaporn’s friend, 59 year old Wan, told ThaiRath that Thanaporn previously complained about money going missing and suspected Min Lwin OO. Thanaporn was also unhappy that he brought his girlfriend to the premises without permission. Wan believes Min Lwin OO killed the couple to steal valuables, possibly motivated by a gold necklace worth about 42,000 baht that Thanaporn’s daughter had recently given her. Thanaporn’s 31 year old daughter, Nam, became concerned when she couldn’t reach her mother after July 11, prompting her to ask a relative to check on her. Nam explained that her mother had voiced distrust towards Min Lwin OO due to missing money and was unhappy about his girlfriend being at the restaurant. Nam intended to travel from their family home in Buriram to Pattaya to investigate further. Despite Thanaporn’s reservations about her Burmese employee, CCTV footage captured her and her Iranian husband enjoying a birthday party for a friend, where Min Lwin OO and his girlfriend were also present. ORIGINAL STORY: Iranian man and Thai wife murdered in Pattaya restaurant A relative’s dream led to the discovery of the murder of an Iranian man and his Thai wife at their restaurant in Pattaya. The bodies of Mojtaba Ghanbariazad, a 64 year old Iranian, and his Thai wife, Thanaporn Poonprakone, were found in their bedroom on the second floor of their Iranian restaurant today, July 16. Ghanbariazad was lying half-naked in his bedroom. His penis was reportedly swollen. Thanaporn’s body was on the bed and was covered with a blanket. The details of wounds and bruises on her body were not included in the police report. A hammer was found on the floor near her body. Thanaporn’s relative, Phan, revealed to Channel 7 that he dreamt about Thanaporn. In the dream, Thanaporn asked him for help saying she could not get out of her restaurant. He came to check on her at the place and found it was locked. Unable to contact Thanaporn, Phan sought help from Mueang Pattaya Police Station officers to force entry into the restaurant leading to the discovery of their dead bodies. Phan suspected that the couple’s Burmese employee, 21 year old Min, was the murderer. He anticipated that the conflict might be related to the late salary payment or physical punishment as the Iranian man usually beat Min for being slow at work. Thanaporn’s friend, 27 year old Krittaporn, told Channel 7 that the couple engaged in a heated argument with the Burmese employer on July 11 before the Burmese man left the restaurant on the couple’s motorcycle. She did not suspect anything until her friend’s relative arrived and told her about his dream. Channel 7 reported that the reporter team managed to obtain CCTV footage near the restaurant which showed that the Burmese suspect parked a motorcycle outside the restaurant at about 11.19pm on July 11. The media did not reveal further details displayed on the footage to the public. Police are now questioning business operators and residents in the area and ensuring to bring the murderer to justice. by Petch Petpailin Photo via ThaiRath Source: The Thaiger 2024-07-17 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe