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This is the dash-cam footage released by police, before the crash, with the pickup being recorded at over 140 Km/h before the collision. ScreenRecording_11-27-2024 14-35-48_1.mp4

British Man Collides With Pedestrian in Pattaya Big Bike Crash Pattaya City Police reported a collision involving a big bike and a pedestrian at approximately 21:40 on November 26. The incident left one person severely injured. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344736-british-man-collides-with-pedestrian-in-pattaya-big-bike-crash/

Pattaya City Police reported a collision involving a big bike and a pedestrian at approximately 21:40 on November 26. The incident left one person severely injured. The crash occurred on Jomtien Second Road, near Rompho Market in Jomtien, Bang Lamung District. Police coordinated with the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit to provide an urgent response. At the scene, rescue workers found a man lying face down in the middle of the road. The pedestrian, identified as Mr. Surat Sirichan, 45, from Ubon Ratchathani province, sustained a head injury and abrasions across his body. He was reportedly heavily intoxicated at the time. Rescue teams administered first aid before transporting him to a nearby hospital. A damaged red-and-black Kawasaki Z900 motorcycle with a Chonburi license plate was found near the scene. The rider, a 53-year-old British national, whose identity has not been disclosed, sustained minor injuries, including abrasions. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting further investigations to determine the circumstances of the crash and whether any legal action will be taken. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Swedish Tourist Robbed of Over 40,000 Baht After Heavy Drinking in Pattaya Picture courtesy of SiamChon. A 65-year-old Swedish tourist was robbed of cash and valuables worth over 40,000 baht after stopping to rest while heavily intoxicated. The incident occurred in the early hours, near Pattaya City School 8 in South Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344705-swedish-tourist-robbed-of-over-40000-baht-after-heavy-drinking-in-pattaya/

A 65-year-old Swedish tourist was robbed of cash and valuables worth over 40,000 baht after stopping to rest while heavily intoxicated. The incident occurred in the early hours of November 27 near Pattaya City School 8 in South Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Police from Pattaya City Police Station were alerted to the theft at 03:35 and quickly arrived at the scene. The victim, identified as Mr. Lars Reikwike, reported that a man, described as appearing effeminate, approached him and stole 2,000 baht in cash and a gold ring valued at over 40,000 baht before fleeing. Mr. Vinai, 50, a motorcycle taxi driver who witnessed the incident, stated that the tourist, who appeared very drunk, had stopped to rest while waiting for transportation back to his accommodation. The alleged perpetrator, who is known to frequent the area, noticed the tourist’s condition and approached him under the guise of offering help. Sensing something suspicious, Mr. Vinai intervened and warned the man not to bother the tourist. However, the robbery had already taken place before police arrived. Authorities have documented the scene and are reviewing CCTV footage from the area to identify and locate the suspect. Investigators are also gathering witness statements as part of their efforts to apprehend the perpetrator and bring them to justice. Picture courtesy of SiamChon. -- 2024-11-27

Father and Son Die in Motorcycle Crash During Test Ride of New Bike A father and son lost their lives in a motorcycle crash, while test-riding their newly purchased motorcycle. The incident occurred near Ban Mae Pim, Tom Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phayao Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344701-father-and-son-die-in-motorcycle-crash-during-test-ride-of-new-bike/

. A father and son lost their lives in a motorcycle crash on November 26, while test-riding their newly purchased motorcycle. The incident occurred around 15:30 near Ban Mae Pim, Tom Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phayao Province. Police Lieutenant Raviporn Inkhum, an investigator at Mueang Phayao Police Station, responded to the accident alongside doctors from Phayao Hospital and local rescue personnel from the Mae Pim Subdistrict Municipality. At the scene, a motorcycle with no license plate was found severely damaged after crashing into a roadside post and subsequently hitting a tree. Debris from the motorcycle was scattered across the whole area. Lying near the wreckage was the body of Mr. Supakorn, found lying face down in a pool of blood. Nearby, the lifeless body of his 13-year-old son was also found, on the road and covered in blood. The father and son had recently purchased the motorcycle and decided to test-ride it along the road where the crash occurred. Unfortunately, they lost control of the bike and collided with the post, resulting in the fatal crash. Authorities have recorded the details for further investigation. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Two Foreigners Dead, Two Injured in Fiery Crash in Phrae A car crash in Phrae Province left two people dead and two injured after their car overturned and caught fire. The incident occurred on a sharp curve near Ban Mae Ram in Huai Rai Subdistrict, Den Chai District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344695-two-foreigners-dead-two-injured-in-fiery-crash-in-phrae/

A car crash in Phrae Province on the evening of November 26 left two people dead and two injured after their car overturned and caught fire. The incident occurred on a sharp curve near Ban Mae Ram in Huai Rai Subdistrict, Den Chai District. A Toyota Land Cruiser, license plate from Bangkok, veered off the road and plunged into a ravine, bursting into flames. Rescue teams from Den Chai Ruam Boon, local police, and fire trucks from the Huai Rai Subdistrict Administrative Organisation were dispatched to extinguish the flames. Eyewitnesses reported hearing the sound of the vehicle overturning, followed by two explosions, believed to be caused by the gas system in the vehicle. The car was quickly engulfed in flames. Nearby residents managed to pull four passengers from the burning wreckage, but two had already succumbed to their injuries. The other two were rushed to Somdet Phra Yupparat Den Chai Hospital for emergency treatment. Preliminary investigations revealed that all four occupants of the vehicle were foreign nationals, one Indian and three Pakistanis. They were reportedly traveling to Nan Province on business when the accident occurred. Authorities suspect that wet and slippery road conditions from earlier rainfall may have contributed to the crash. The exact cause is under investigation. The bodies of the two deceased have been sent to Somdet Phra Yupparat Den Chai Hospital for autopsy. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Truck Owner Crushed to Death by Dump Bed While Repairing Hydraulic Hose A 57-year-old truck owner lost his life, when the dump bed of his six- wheel truck fell and crushed him while he was repairing a hydraulic hose. The incident occurred at a residence in Moo 4, Ban Sok Pho, Bueng Khong Long Subdistrict, Bueng Khong Long District, Bueng Kan Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344683-truck-owner-crushed-to-death-by-dump-bed-while-repairing-hydraulic-hose/

A 57-year-old truck owner lost his life in an incident on November 26, when the dump bed of his six- wheel truck fell and crushed him while he was repairing a hydraulic hose. The incident occurred at a residence in Moo 4, Ban Sok Pho, Bueng Khong Long Subdistrict, Bueng Khong Long District, Bueng Kan Province. Police Captain Pongdet Kumkong, an investigator from Bueng Khong Long Police Station, was notified of the accident and coordinated with doctors from Bueng Khong Long Hospital and local rescue teams to investigate the scene. The accident took place in a truck parking shed where a white Isuzu six-wheel dump truck, license plate registered in Bueng Kan, was parked. Neighbours gathered around, trying to find ways to assist the victim, but it was too late. The truck's dump bed had crushed the man, leaving a pool of blood on the ground. The deceased was identified as Mr. Preecha, 57, his upper body and head were pinned under the dump bed in a bent-over position, with blood streaming across the ground. Family members sought help from neighbours, who used an excavator to lift the dump bed. It took approximately 10 minutes to retrieve the victim's body. An examination revealed severe injuries, including a fractured skull at the back of his head and a deep indentation on the left side of his face, likely caused by metal piercing his skin. Mr. Kanong, 33, an employee hired to drive the deceased's truck for soil transport, recounted the events. He explained that they had been working as usual when the truck's hydraulic system malfunctioned. Upon inspecting the vehicle, the deceased discovered a leak in the hydraulic cylinder and a broken hose. He decided to replace the hose. While loosening the bolts, hydraulic oil suddenly gushed out, causing the dump bed to collapse rapidly and crush him. Authorities believe the victim forgot to secure the dump bed with a support beam or other safety measures, leading to the fatal incident. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Car Collision in Suphan Buri Leaves One Dead and Another Injured The Naen Kaew Highway Rescue Association and other local emergency services responded to a crash on Suphan Buri-Kao Hong Road (Bang Pla Ma Old Road) near Moo 9, Tambon Bang Pla Ma, Bang Pla Ma District, Suphan Buri Province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344682-car-collision-in-suphan-buri-leaves-one-dead-and-another-injured/

At approximately 07:55 on November 26, the Naen Kaew Highway Rescue Association and other local emergency services responded to a crash on Suphan Buri-Kao Hong Road (Bang Pla Ma Old Road) near Moo 9, Tambon Bang Pla Ma, Bang Pla Ma District, Suphan Buri Province. The incident, reported by Bang Pla Ma Police Station and the Provincial Rescue Coordination Centre, involved a collision between a silver Honda car (license plate from Bangkok) and a white Toyota Revo pickup truck (red license plate from Bangkok, temporary registration). The Honda was found overturned approximately 15 metres off the road, completely wrecked, while the front of the Toyota Revo sustained severe damage. The collision left one man injured and one woman deceased, both trapped inside the vehicles. Rescue workers from the Naen Kaew Highway Rescue Association and the Bang Pla Ma Subdistrict Administration Organisation (SAO) Rescue Unit worked to free the victims. The injured male victim was extricated without the use of heavy tools, given first aid, and transported to Bang Pla Ma Hospital for further medical care. Unfortunately, the female victim trapped in the Honda, identified as Ms. Watcharaporn Puangsomboon, 26, of Moo 5, Tambon Don Chedi, Suphan Buri, was pronounced dead at the scene. Rescue teams used hydraulic cutting tools to remove her body from the vehicle, completing the task within about 20 minutes. Her remains were sent to Bang Pla Ma Hospital for forensic examination. Police Lieutenant Colonel Pisit Patumsuthi, Deputy Inspector at Bang Pla Ma Police Station, oversaw the investigation and documented the scene of the collision. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Fire Breaks Out at School Dormitory in Phetchabun A fire erupted at a third-floor dormitory of Kanjanapisek School in Nam Chun Subdistrict, Lom Sak District, Phetchabun Province. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit as the likely cause. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344681-fire-breaks-out-at-school-dormitory-in-phetchabun/

A fire erupted in the early hours of the morning of November 26, at a third-floor dormitory of Kanjanapisek School in Nam Chun Subdistrict, Lom Sak District, Phetchabun Province. Authorities suspect an electrical short circuit as the likely cause. The incident occurred at approximately 01:15. Rescue teams from Sawang Mongkol Sattha Thammasathan Lom Sak Foundation and local fire services were alerted to the blaze. Nam Chun Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO) coordinated with neighbouring local organisations to dispatch fire trucks and rescue personnel to the scene. “ The fire, located on the third floor of the dormitory, posed challenges for the firefighting teams. Crews had to manoeuvre hoses up to the floor involved. After approximately one hour of firefighting efforts, the fire was brought under control. Initial inspections revealed significant damage to beds and other furnishings within the dormitory. While the fire’s origin is suspected to be an electrical short circuit, further investigations by relevant authorities are ongoing. Fortunately no casualties have been reported. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Pickup Driver Dozes Off, Crashes Into Somtam Cart: 3 Seriously Injured Three people were seriously injured when a pickup truck veered off the road and collided with a roadside somtam cart in Bang Phli District of Samut Prakan on Wat Plad Priang Road, just 100 metres from the entrance of Soi Sridan 22, heading towards Bang Na-Trat Road. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344680-pickup-driver-dozes-off-crashes-into-somtam-cart-3-seriously-injured/

Three people were seriously injured when a pickup truck veered off the road and collided with a roadside somtam cart in Bang Phli District of Samut Prakan on the morning of November 26. The incident occurred at 10:30 on Wat Plad Priang Road, just 100 metres from the entrance of Soi Sridan 22, heading towards Bang Na-Trat Road. Police Captain Damrong Sutchusri of the Bang Kaeo Police Station, along with emergency responders from Prince Suvarnabhumi Hospital and the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, rushed to the scene. At the site, a blue Toyota pickup truck with Bangkok license plate was found severely damaged. The driver, identified as Mr. Anan, 31, a resident of Bang Muang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Prakan, was trapped in the driver’s seat with the left front of the vehicle crushed against the somtam cart. Mr. Anan suffered injuries, including chest trauma and was bleeding from his mouth and nose. Nearby, Ms. Sakawduen, 46, a somtam vendor from Loei Province, was found pinned to the front of the pickup truck. She sustained serious chest injuries and struggled to breathe. Emergency responders transported her to Prince Suvarnabhumi Hospital for treatment. Another victim, Ms. Chayapha, 46, a customer from Bang Kaeo Subdistrict, Bang Phli District, was also critically injured. She was struck and pinned against a tree after the pickup pushed the cart into her. She was rushed to Sikarin Hospital. Mr. Anan admitted to dozing off behind the wheel while driving to work in the Bang Na-Trat area, citing insufficient rest as the cause of his drowsiness. A witness, identified only as Ms. A, who was driving behind the pickup, reported that the truck initially veered into the oncoming lane before suddenly swerving back into its own lane and crashing into the somtam cart. The impact pushed the cart into a tree, leaving a trail of destruction. Authorities are investigating further to determine any additional factors contributing to the accident. Picture from responders. CCTV below. -- 2024-11-27 ScreenRecording_11-26-2024 19-43-40_1.mp4

Myanmar Worker Injured in Oil Drum Explosion Police investigator Pol. Lt. Narong Wangso from the Sakaeo Police Station, Suphan Buri Province, responded to a report of an oil drum explosion at a scrap metal yard in Moo 1, Sanam Khli Subdistrict, Mueang Suphan Buri District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344679-myanmar-worker-injured-in-oil-drum-explosion/

At approximately 11:00 on November 26, police investigator Pol. Lt. Narong Wangso from the Sakaeo Police Station, Suphan Buri Province, responded to a report of an oil drum explosion at a scrap metal yard in Moo 1, Sanam Khli Subdistrict, Mueang Suphan Buri District. Local officials, including Prasong Thammapala, head of the Provincial Disaster Prevention Office; Wirat Khamhomkul, Mayor of Ban Pho Subdistrict Municipality; Thet Mongkhon Suphankong, Mayor of Sanam Khli Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO); and rescue teams, also attended the scene. The incident occurred at a scrap yard handling aluminium and pallets, with part of the site converted for aluminium smelting. The injured worker, identified as Mr. Tuy, a 32-year-old Myanmar national, suffered a fractured right leg. Rescue personnel provided first aid before rushing him to Chaophraya Yommarat Hospital. At the scene, authorities found several 200 litre steel oil drums, some partially cut open. One drum, lying near a pile of tamarind branches, showed signs of buckling at its base, with its lid blown off and landing over 50 metres away. Mr. Tuy explained that he was using an oxy-propane torch to cut open the drums, which previously contained used engine oil. While cutting one drum, an explosion occurred, sending the lid flying past his head and causing the drum to strike his left leg, fracturing it. He attributed the explosion to leftover flammable vapour inside the drum, as he had not vented it properly. Mrs. Som Song, 75, the scrap yard owner, stated that she had registered her business with the SAO but was unaware of the need for additional permits. She claimed that aluminum smelting activities had been deemed minor by provincial industry officials, who assured her no permit was required. However, Pol. Sub. Lt. Chakrawan Mueanbangsue, a Sanam Khli SAO officer, noted that the yard had previously been the subject of complaints regarding wastewater discharge into nearby rice fields. On March 28, the SAO inspected the site and issued a warning to halt operations until proper permits were obtained. Despite this, no action was taken, and the owner continued operations. Following the explosion, authorities reiterated that the business must cease unauthorised activities and obtain the required permits. While this specific incident was linked to the worker’s use of a gas torch rather than aluminium smelting, officials emphasised the importance of compliance with regulations to prevent further incidents and legal consequences. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

University Student Found Dead After Sending Farewell Message The lifeless body of an 18-year-old first-year university student, identified as Mr. Teerawat, or “Ice” (surname withheld), was recovered from a large pond near Walailak University. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344677-university-student-found-dead-after-sending-farewell-message/

The lifeless body of an 18-year-old first-year university student, identified as Mr. Teerawat, or “Ice” (surname withheld), was recovered from a large pond near Walailak University late on November 25. Emergency rescue teams from three local foundations worked together for approximately 20 minutes to retrieve the body from the pond in Thaiburi subdistrict, Thasala district, Nakhon Si Thammarat. The search, complicated by rain and the size of the pond, began after the student’s sandals and mobile phone were discovered on the water’s edge. Authorities responded to the scene following reports from friends and witnesses. According to initial information, the student, who was suspected of suffering from depression, had earlier sent an emotional farewell message to his peers in a university group chat. In the message, he expressed gratitude for their friendship and apologised for any past actions, stating, “I may be going far away and may not return. Thank you for all the happy moments.” After receiving the message, the student’s friends, alarmed and confused, began searching the area and eventually found his belongings near the pond. They promptly contacted the authorities. Rescue divers located the student’s body at the bottom of the pond. Preliminary examination by forensic officials revealed no signs of external injuries or foul play. The police and a duty physician conducted a detailed autopsy before releasing the body to the family for funeral arrangements. Police from Thasala Police Station have opened an investigation to determine the exact cause of death, with a focus on confirming the circumstances surrounding the tragedy. This incident highlights concerns regarding mental health among young people, particularly students under pressure. It has prompted discussions on the need for increased mental health support and resources within educational institutions. 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 help. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

A 14-year-old schoolgirl lost her life after being struck by a six-wheel truck while riding her motorcycle in Lopburi on November 25. At approximately 17:30 the Lopburi Police Station received reports of a fatal accident on Highway 3017, between Lopburi and Wang Muang, near the Khao Tumn intersection. Police and rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found a white Honda Zoomer X motorcycle overturned in the far-left lane of the road. About 10 metres away, a six-wheel Isuzu truck with the license plate from Lopburi was stopped at the roadside. Beneath the truck, near the rear right wheel, was the body of a young girl, later identified as Chanantida Riewwongsak (nicknamed “Nong Great”), a 14-year-old student from the nearby Nikom Sangkathon District. The victim was wearing a school sports uniform when she was found trapped under the truck. Relatives who arrived at the scene were devastated, with the girl’s grandmother, 64-year-old Chaluai, collapsing in shock and having to be treated by emergency responders. She explained that the girl had left home to buy snacks at a convenience store and was only gone for about five minutes before the tragic news came. The truck driver, 33-year-old Rungroj Sirong, remained at the scene and cooperated with the police. He explained that he had been transporting rice from the Phatthana Nikhom District to Ban Mi District when the crash occurred. As he was driving through a curve, the victim emerged from a side street, failing to notice his oncoming vehicle. The truck struck her motorcycle and dragged her for over 10 metres before stopping. The driver was taken into police custody for further investigation, while the victim’s body was sent to Phra Narai Maharaj Hospital for an autopsy. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the incident. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-27

Illegal Gold Mining Operation Busted in Thong Pha Phum National Park Authorities have apprehended three individuals involved in illegal gold mining activities within Thong Pha Phum National Park, Kanchanaburi. The operation followed a directive issued by the Thong Pha Phum District, aimed at cracking down on forestry-related offenses. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344674-illegal-gold-mining-operation-busted-in-thong-pha-phum-national-park/

Authorities have apprehended three individuals involved in illegal gold mining activities within Thong Pha Phum National Park, Kanchanaburi. The operation followed a directive issued by the Thong Pha Phum District on November 19, 2024, aimed at cracking down on forestry-related offenses. During patrols, officials discovered a newly excavated site, approximately 17 kilometres from Pilok Kee Village and 7 kilometres from the Thai-Myanmar border. The area featured pits measuring 1x1 metres and as deep as 5-10 metres. Evidence of bamboo structures used for soil and rock filtering, as well as makeshift shelters, was also found. Authorities detained two individuals at the site: • Mr. A Chong, 32, a stateless person, found with five items of equipment used for mining. • Mr. Anusorn, 35, a Thai national, discovered with 18 items of equipment. A third suspect, Mr. Sochi, of Karen ethnicity, was arrested at a checkpoint. Upon searching his bag, officials found fragments of gold ore. He admitted to mining gold illegally in the seized area, which was corroborated by photographic evidence. A total of 12 items of mining equipment were confiscated, and the three suspects were handed over to the Pilok Police Station for legal action. They face six charges, including: 1. Unauthorized forest clearing and occupation under the Forest Act of 1941. 2. Illegal possession of cleared forest land, presumed to have been cleared by the possessor. 3. Degradation of a national reserved forest under the National Reserved Forest Act of 1964. 4. Encroachment and environmental damage within a national park under the National Parks Act of 2019. 5. Illegal collection of natural resources causing ecological harm under the National Parks Act of 2019. 6. Unauthorized commercial activities within a national park under the National Parks Act of 2019. The park’s chief, Mr. Yuthapong Damsrisuk, stated that further surveillance is underway to intercept other individuals suspected of hiding in the forest near the border. Entry points to the illegal mining site have been sealed, and authorities are working closely with the Border Patrol Police Unit 135 and local administrative agencies to prevent further incursions. Picture of the mine entrance. -- 2024-11-27