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Picture from responders. A 50-year-old woman died after jumping from a hospital parking structure in Chachoengsao, on January 3. Her body landed on the roof of a parked car, shocking staff and bystanders at the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 13:20 at a hospital in Mueang Chachoengsao District. Police officers from Mueang Chachoengsao Police Station were called to the scene and identified the deceased, whose name was not disclosed, lying on her back atop a parked car. Initial investigations suggested she had jumped from the rooftop of the parking structure. Her shoes were found removed and left on the rooftop. A security guard at the hospital recounted hearing a loud noise, initially mistaking it for the sound of a car door slamming. "I ran to check and was stunned to find the woman's body on the car roof," he said. Mr. Somjai, 38, a cleaner working inside the parking structure at the time, described hearing the noise and witnessing the security guard rushing toward the area. "When I looked, I saw the body on the car below. It was a shocking sight," he added. The security guard stationed on the third floor of the parking building mentioned he had not seen the woman pass by his floor. "I didn't notice her at all. I only heard a loud noise, which echoed in the building, and assumed it was a car door. She must have taken the lift to the rooftop," he explained. Police have notified hospital medical examiners to perform an autopsy, and evidence is being collected to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident. If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai) or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress or depression. Seek out help. -- 2025-01-04

Car Runs Red Light, Collides with Pickup Truck, Injuring 13 Thirteen people, including children, were injured in a collision between a car and a pickup truck after the car ran a red light at an intersection in Phra Phutthabat District, Saraburi. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347865-car-runs-red-light-collides-with-pickup-truck-injuring-13/

Picture captured from CCTV. Thirteen people, including children, were injured in a collision between a car and a pickup truck after the car ran a red light at an intersection in Phra Phutthabat District, Saraburi. Police officer Lt. Kappanat Sriphalan from Phra Phutthabat Police Station responded to the incident at the Bo Phran Lang Nuea intersection. Rescue teams from the Ruam Katanyu Foundation were also dispatched to the scene. Debris and injured victims, including men, women, and children, were scattered across the road. Rescue workers provided first aid before transporting the injured to Phra Phutthabat Hospital. Among them, a woman in the car suffered severe neck injuries and facial injuries, caused by shattered glass and was trapped inside the vehicle. The car’s front was damaged, while the pickup truck sustained major damage to the left-side door. Of the injured, seven were traveling in the car, including three men, three women, and a four-year-old girl. The six passengers in the pickup truck included three men and three women. Fourteen-year-old Adithep, who was riding in the pickup truck, recounted the incident. “My family and I were returning from visiting my grandmother in Phichit. My father was driving normally, and as we turned right on a green light, the car suddenly ran the red light and crashed into us at full speed. I was sitting in the back seat on the driver’s side and only suffered minor injuries, including a nosebleed and a bump on my head.” Mr. Phasakorn, the driver of the car, admitted fault, stating, “My family and I were traveling from Chanthaburi to Lopburi. When we reached the intersection, I didn’t notice the red light and drove straight through.” Police are reviewing CCTV footage to confirm the traffic signal at the time of the collision and will proceed with legal action against the car driver based on the findings. -- 2025-01-04

Day 7 of the New Year Road Safety Campaign At a press conference held on January 3, Chatchatha Mosikarat, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, and Chairman of the Subcommittee for Road Safety, highlighted progress in reducing accidents. While most travellers have returned to Bangkok and major economic zones, smoother traffic on main roads has encouraged speeding, a significant factor in road accidents. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347820-day 7-of-the-new-year-road-safety-campaign /

At a press conference held on January 3, Chatchatha Mosikarat, Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Interior, and Chairman of the Subcommittee for Road Safety, highlighted progress in reducing accidents. While most travellers have returned to Bangkok and major economic zones, smoother traffic on main roads has encouraged speeding, a significant factor in road accidents. To address this, provinces were instructed to maintain traffic checkpoints to deter speeding and provide rest areas to prevent fatigue-related incidents. Officials were also directed to inspect the readiness of public transport drivers, freight vehicles, and their safety systems before departure. In addition, high-risk areas such as intersections, construction zones, and deteriorated roads are being equipped with improved lighting, warning signs, and clearer traffic markings to enhance safety. Chatchatha emphasised the need for collaboration from local authorities, stating, “Local administrations are the front line in ensuring public safety. Their dedication significantly reduces accidents, injuries, and fatalities.” He also appealed to motorists to follow road safety rules, including wearing helmets and seat belts, refraining from drinking and driving, and reducing speed in unfamiliar areas. On 2 January, the seventh day of the “Safe Driving, Accident-Free Thailand” campaign, 196 crashes were reported, resulting in 200 injuries and 43 fatalities. The leading causes were speeding (40.31%), reckless overtaking (26.02%), and drunk driving (15.82%). Motorcycles were involved in 86.07% of accidents, with most occurring on straight roads (83.67%) and during daylight hours. Key Figures (27 December 2024 – 2 January 2025): • Total Accidents: 1,938 • Injuries: 1,894 • Fatalities: 321 • Highest Incidents: Surat Thani (72 cases, 20 fatalities). • Zero Fatalities: Six provinces. Efforts will continue to minimise road casualties and promote safe travel across the nation during the holiday period. Related article: Road Crashes Claim 272 Lives Over New Year’s Dangerous First Six Days: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347726-road-crashes-claim-272-lives-over-new-year’s-dangerous-first-six-days/ -- 2025-01-03

American on Dirt Bike Kills Thai Woman Crossing Road in Chiang Mai Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An American riding a dirt bike struck and killed a Thai woman crossing the road in Mae On District, Chiang Mai. Tearfully, the tourist knelt to apologise to the victim’s family at the scene. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347786-american-on-dirt-bike-kills-thai-woman-crossing-road-in-chiang-mai/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An American riding a dirt bike struck and killed a Thai woman crossing the road in Mae On District, Chiang Mai. Tearfully, the tourist knelt to apologise to the victim’s family at the scene. On January 2, officers from the Mae On Police Station received a report of an collision involving a dirt bike and a middle-aged Thai woman. The incident occurred near Ban Sahakorn in Mae On Subdistrict. Emergency responders from Wiang Fa Mae On Rescue Team and medical staff from Mae On Hospital were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers, including Pol. Col. Chakkarin Adsongpongphana, Chief of Mae On Police Station, and Pol. Col. Damnoen Kanong, Deputy Commander of Chiang Mai Provincial Police, found the victim, later identified as Mrs. Kia Saewang, 58, lying unconscious in the middle of the road. Rescuers attempted CPR and rushed her to Mae On Hospital, but she was pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The rider of the dirt bike, identified as Mr. Philip Morrow, 38, from the United States, tearfully knelt and apologised to the victim’s family, visibly distraught over the incident. Preliminary investigations revealed that Mrs. Kia was crossing the road to dine at a restaurant on the opposite side when the dirt bike, traveling from Huay Kaew Subdistrict, collided with her. Mr Morrow was riding his dirt bike alongside his friend, who was on another motorcycle. Police took Mr. Morrow into custody for questioning at the Mae On Police Station. Further legal proceedings are underway to determine the next steps, but Police have indicated they will charge him with reckless driving causing death. -- 2025-01-03

Worker Injured in LPG Cylinder Cutting Explosion in Samut Prakan Officers from the Samrong Tai Police Station received a report ar approximately 09.30 on January 2, of an LPG gas cylinder explosion at an unregistered scrap shop in Soi Babutek, or Soi Thetsaban Mueang Pu Chao Saming Phrai Soi 2, Samrong Klang Subdistrict, Phra Pradaeng District, Samut Prakan Province. Full story and video:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347785-worker-injured-in-lpg-cylinder-cutting-explosion-in-samut-prakan/

Pictures from responders and CCTV below. Officers from the Samrong Tai Police Station received a report ar approximately 09.30 on January 2, of an LPG gas cylinder explosion at an unregistered scrap shop in Soi Babutek, or Soi Thetsaban Mueang Pu Chao Saming Phrai Soi 2, Samrong Klang Subdistrict, Phra Pradaeng District, Samut Prakan Province. Firefighters and rescue personnel from the Pu Chao Saming Phrai Municipality responded to the scene. Rescuers found Mr. Win Hiut Oo, a 34-year-old Burmese worker, suffering from burns across his body. He was rushed to Samut Prakan Hospital for treatment. Investigators discovered a damaged LPG cylinder with signs that someone had tried to cut off the valve, inside the shop, along with other items and parts of the premises scorched by the fire. Witness Mr. Wanchai Buaput, 47, said he saw flames rising from behind his house and went to investigate after the fire subsided. He found the injured worker with his clothes completely burned off except for his underwear. He explained that the shop owner had instructed workers to remove the valve bolts with a wrench, but one worker instead used a grinder, leading to the explosion. According to Mr. Santi Kusonsong, a firefighter from Pu Chao Saming Phrai Municipality, the grinder’s sparks ignited gas leaking from the cylinder, while the worker was cutting the valve off, causing the fireball that injured him. The shop owner admitted to buying the LPG cylinders to salvage the scrap metal and said he had warned workers to use proper tools and avoid smoking. However, one worker disregarded these instructions and used a grinder, resulting in the explosion. Initial investigations revealed that the scrap shop was operating without a license. Police documented the scene and summoned the shop owner for further questioning at the Samrong Tai Police Station. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident. -- 2025-01-03 ScreenRecording_01-02-2025 18-01-24_1.mp4

Fire Ravages Synthetic Fibre Factory in Samut Prakan, Causing ฿20 Million in Damage A fire broke out at a synthetic fibre factory in Bangpu Industrial Estate, Samut Prakan, early on January 2, causing damage estimated of over ฿20 million. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347784-fire-ravages-synthetic-fibre-factory-in-samut-prakan-causing-฿20-million-in-damage/

Pictures from responders. A fire broke out at a synthetic fibre factory in Bangpu Industrial Estate, Samut Prakan, early on January 2, causing damage estimated of over ฿20 million. The fire was reported to Bangpu Police Station at around 07:00. Firefighters from Bangpu Municipality and nearby areas responded with muliple fire engines. Upon arrival, they found one of the factory’s warehouses engulfed in flames, with thick black smoke billowing into the sky. Workers from nearby buildings scrambled to evacuate materials, while firefighters battled to prevent the fire from spreading to adjacent warehouses. The factory, located in Soi Bangpu 73, produces synthetic fibres used in car interiors. Despite being closed for the New Year holiday, three staff members, including two technicians and a security guard, were on-site. Mr Sak, 60, the security guard, reported that the fire began in the last warehouse before spreading to others. He suspected an electrical short circuit as the cause, as no machinery was in operation. By 10:00 after deploying 32 fire engines and numerous personnel from disaster response and volunteer units, the fire was brought under control. Officials confirmed that two production lines had been destroyed, but there were no injuries or fatalities. Police General Wichit Bun Chinwutikul, Provincial Police Commander of Samut Prakan, and other officials inspected the site. The factory owner, Mr Tara, was visibly distressed, breaking into tears as this was the second fire to strike the factory in recent years. General Wichit stated that the fire had started in the fifth warehouse of the single-storey facility, which spans eight rai of land and consists of five interconnected warehouses. The fire spread to the fourth warehouse before being contained. Authorities are conducting further investigations to determine the exact cause of the blaze. Preliminary assessments attribute the fire spread to the synthetic materials stored in the warehouses, which are highly flammable. While the fire produced large plumes of smoke, officials assured that there was no immediate impact on nearby communities, including a hospital, as the smoke dissipated towards the sea. -- 2025-01-03

Elderly Woman with Alzheimer’s Killed by Train in Udon Thani A 70-year-old woman suffering from Alzheimer’s disease was killed after being struck by a train in Udon Thani on New Year’s Day. The victim, identified as Mrs Somboon from Makkhaeng Subdistrict, Udon Thani City, had been reported missing by her family earlier in the day. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347783-elderly-woman-with-alzheimer’s-killed-by-train-in-udon-thani/

Picture from responders. A 70-year-old woman suffering from Alzheimer’s disease was killed after being struck by a train in Udon Thani on New Year’s Day. The victim, identified as Mrs Somboon from Makkhaeng Subdistrict, Udon Thani City, had been reported missing by her family earlier in the day. Police and rescue teams were called to the railway crossing at Ban Khok Na Khong, Village 8, Nong Khon Kwang Subdistrict, after receiving reports of the incident at 19:10. The victim’s body was found lying in the grass near the tracks. An initial examination revealed a severe head trauma on the left side of her skull. Mr Suthep Chaichomphu, a local rescue volunteer, said he was alerted by a passer-by about the collision. Upon arriving at the scene, he found a freight train carrying cement parked on the tracks. The train driver reported seeing the victim cross the tracks suddenly, leaving no time to stop. After the collision, the driver halted the train near a railway bridge and sought help from nearby villagers. The victim’s family had been searching for her since the afternoon and had posted notices about her disappearance on social media. Police believe Mrs Somboon, disoriented due to her condition, wandered along the railway tracks and crossed in front of the train at the wrong moment. Her body was taken to the morgue at Udon Thani Hospital for further examination, where her family will later collect her body. -- 2025-01-03

Three Dead, One Injured in Collision Between Car & Truck in Uthai Thani At approximately 12:00 on January 2, the “Samorkan Dan Chang” radio centre received a report of a severe collision involving a private car and a 10-wheel truck. The crash occurred near Ban Rung Arun, Moo 8, in Taph Luang subdistrict, Ban Rai district, Uthai Thani province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347782-three-dead-one-injured-in-collision-between-car-truck-in-uthai-thani/

Picture from responders. At approximately 12:00 on January 2, the “Samorkan Dan Chang” radio centre received a report of a severe collision involving a private car and a 10-wheel truck. The crash occurred near Ban Rung Arun, Moo 8, in Taph Luang subdistrict, Ban Rai district, Uthai Thani province, near the border with Dan Chang district in Suphan Buri province. Emergency responders from the Samorkan Rescue Foundation in Dan Chang district, Suphan Buri, were dispatched to the scene, equipped with hydraulic cutting tools. Upon arrival, rescue workers found four people trapped in the wreckage, including two men and two women, all critically injured. Emergency personnel used cutting tools to extricate the victims from the vehicles and provided first aid at the scene. Three of the injured were transported to Dan Chang Hospital, while the fourth was sent to Ban Rai Hospital in Uthai Thani for further medical attention. Unfortunately, doctors later confirmed that three of the victims succumbed to their injuries. The fourth victim remains in critical condition, in ICU. Pol Sub Lt. Natthakit Thammakhun, the case officer from Ban Rai Police Station, is leading the investigation into the cause of the collision, which was a head-on crash on a single carriageway road. -- 2025-01-03

Man Found Dead in Chonburi After Drinking Session A 40-year-old man was found dead on January 2, in his rented room in Phan Thong District, Chonburi, following a suspected heavy drinking session to mark the New Year. The grim discovery was made after the landlord became concerned about his prolonged absence and unusual water usage. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347781-man-found-dead-in-chonburi-after-drinking-session/

Picture from responders. A 40-year-old man was found dead on January 2, in his rented room in Phan Thong District, Chonburi, following a suspected heavy drinking session to mark the New Year. The grim discovery was made after the landlord became concerned about his prolonged absence and unusual water usage. Police Lieutenant Boonchuen Sarasuk, an investigator with Phan Thong Police Station, received the report and arrived at the scene along with rescue workers from the Traikuntham Foundation. The property, located in Moo 4, Nong Tamlueng Subdistrict, was a row of single-storey rental rooms. At the scene, officers found empty bottles of herbal liquor and beer scattered outside the room. Inside, they discovered the decomposed body of Mr. Anurak Wangsant, aged 40, lying in the bathroom, with the shower running. It is estimated that he had been dead for approximately three days. Mr. Boonsong, 42, a friend of the deceased, told police that they had last been together in late December, sharing a bottle of herbal liquor. He said he had not seen or heard from Mr. Anurak since and had assumed nothing was wrong until police and the landlord intervened. The landlord explained that he became suspicious after noticing irregular water usage in Mr. Anurak’s room. Multiple attempts to contact the tenant went unanswered. Concerned, he unlocked the door with a spare key and was met with a foul odour. Upon investigation, he found the body in the bathroom. Police have taken Mr. Boonsong in for further questioning as part of their ongoing investigation. The body has been sent for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. -- 2025-01-03

Woman Killed in Collision Between Car and Motorbike in Sattahip A woman lost her life in a fatal collision involving a car and a motorcycle on Sukhumvit Road, heading towards Sattahip, opposite the Royal Thai Navy Sports Stadium. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347780-woman-killed-in-collision-between-car-and-motorbike-in-sattahip/

Picture from responders. A woman lost her life in a fatal collision involving a car and a motorcycle on Sukhumvit Road, heading towards Sattahip, opposite the Royal Thai Navy Sports Stadium. The crash occurred at around 09:10 on January 2. Police Captain Ratchawut Sap Siri, the investigating officer from Plutaluang Police Station in Chonburi Province, rushed to the scene alongside medics from Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital and rescue workers from the Sawang Rojanathamsathan Foundation. At the scene, first responders were performing CPR on Mrs Sunit, 67, who was lying in a pool of blood on the road. Despite their efforts, she succumbed to her injuries due to the severity of the wounds. She had been riding a blue Honda Scoopy motorbike, registration from Chonburi, which showed signs of a collision. Nearby, officers found a grey Toyota car, registration from Bangkok, with damage to the front on the driver’s side. The driver, Ms Charunan, 27, was visibly distraught, crying over the incident. Ms Charunan told police through tears that she had been driving straight at a normal speed when she approached a green traffic light at the intersection. Suddenly, Mrs Sunit rode her motorbike across the intersection, leaving Ms Charunan unable to stop in time. The car struck the motorbike forcefully, leading to the fatal collision. Police recorded the details of the scene and will interview Ms Charunan and any witnesses to determine the exact circumstances of the crash and pursue legal proceedings accordingly. -- 2025-01-03

Elderly Man, 85, Severely Injured After Modified Grinder Slips While Cutting Wood An 85-year-old man narrowly escaped losing his lower leg after a modified hand grinder slipped from his grip and struck his shin in Rayong. The incident, which caused significant blood loss, occurred on January 2 at the man's home near Ban Khai District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347779-elderly-man-85-severely-injured-after-modified-grinder-slips-while-cutting-wood/

Picture from responders. An 85-year-old man narrowly escaped losing his lower leg after a modified hand grinder slipped from his grip and struck his shin in Rayong. The incident, which caused significant blood loss, occurred on January 2 at the man's home near Ban Khai District. Rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation were alerted to the scene and found Mr San, the injured man, sitting outside his home with a deep laceration to his left shin, fully exposing the bone. He also sustained injuries to his hand. A pool of blood was visible nearby. Rescuers quickly administered first aid to stop the bleeding, immobilised his leg, and transported him to Ban Khai Hospital for emergency treatment. Mr San explained that he was using a hand grinder, commonly referred to as a "baby grinder" in the area, which he had modified by attaching a circular saw blade to cut wood. While working, the tool slipped from his hand and struck his leg and hand. Struggling to stop the device, he managed to unplug it, preventing further injuries. Mr Jui, 49, a relative of Mr San, said that the use of modified grinders for cutting wood is common in the area, but they are notoriously dangerous. He noted that many incidents involving such tools have been reported, often resulting in serious injuries. A neighbour, Mr Net, 50, was the first to discover Mr San. He said he had been walking over to wish him a Happy New Year when he saw him sitting in a pool of blood. Shocked, he quickly called for emergency assistance. This incident serves as a cautionary tale, highlighting the dangers of using power tools for unintended purposes. Users are urged to exercise caution and adhere strictly to manufacturers' guidelines to avoid potentially life-threatening incidents. -- 2025-01-03

Pickup Truck Collides with Van in Lampang-Tak Crash: 11 Injured A road crash occurred on the Phahonyothin Highway between Lampang and Tak provinces, leaving 11 people injured, including children aged 5, 6, and 13. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1347778-pickup-truck-collides-with-van-in-lampang-tak-crash-11-injured/

Picture from responders. A road crash occurred on the Phahonyothin Highway between Lampang and Tak provinces, leaving 11 people injured, including children aged 5, 6, and 13. The incident took place at 12:15 on January 2, near Wang Phrao village in Wang Phrao Subdistrict, Ko Kha District, Lampang Province. Police from Ko Kha Police Station and rescue teams from Ko Kha Hospital, local volunteer associations, and municipal rescue units rushed to the scene after receiving reports of multiple injuries. Upon arrival, authorities found two vehicles involved in the collision, a Toyota Vigo Champ pickup truck with Nakhon Pathom registration and a Toyota Avanza van registered as a Bangkok taxi. Both vehicles had plunged into roadside grasslands following the collision. The van’s front end was damaged,with the company name was visible on its door. All 11 injured occupants, from Lampang and Nakhon Pathom provinces, were found near the vehicles. Those with more severe injuries were lying on the roadside, while others sat nearby awaiting assistance. Rescue teams administered first aid before transporting the injured to Ko Kha Hospital. Initial reports confirmed the injured included three children aged 5, 6, and 13. Police have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash. -- 2025-01-03

Gas Blast Rocks Home of Famous Seaweed Brand Owner, Two Injured A gas explosion at the residence of a prominent businessman in Don Mueang, Bangkok, left two housekeepers injured on the morning of January 2. The incident occurred in the kitchen of a luxury housing estate and caused damage to the property. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1347777-gas-blast-rocks-home-of-famous-seaweed-brand-owner-two-injured/