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28-Year-Old Man Arrested After Abducting Ex-Girlfriend in Dramatic Roadside Rescue (Link to video in story) A shocking case of jealousy unfolded, when a 28-year-old man lured his ex-girlfriend into a trap, abducted her, and tied her up in the back seat of a car. The victim was saved thanks to a vigilant bystander who reported the incident to the police in time. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344178-28-year-old-man-arrested-after-abducting-ex-girlfriend-in-dramatic-roadside-rescue/

A shocking case of jealousy unfolded on November 20, when a 28-year-old man lured his ex-girlfriend into a trap, abducted her, and tied her up in the back seat of a car. The victim was saved thanks to a vigilant bystander who reported the incident to the police in time. The incident began when a bystander posted a video showing a woman bound at the hands and feet inside a gold Toyota Altis on Pracha Uthit Road., Bangkok. The woman, later identified as Ms. Daranee 26, was seen calling for help from the back seat of the car. The bystander promptly called the emergency hotline at 191 to alert the authorities. At 16:35 Pol. Lt. Sumit Nanon, a traffic officer from Thung Khru Police Station, and his patrol team intercepted the vehicle near Pracha Uthit Soi 93, Thung Khru District, Bangkok. The driver, identified as Mr. Pitiphum 28, and his passenger, Mr. Rattapong 29, were detained at the scene. Ms. Daranee was found tied up with her mouth sealed with tape in the back seat and was immediately rescued. During questioning, Mr. Rattapong admitted that he had orchestrated the abduction due to jealousy. He revealed that after breaking up with Ms. Daranee, he was upset when he learned she had started a new relationship. Pretending to need assistance, he asked her to meet him at a convenience store near Soi Satsan Tabaem 4 on Pracha Uthit 90 Road in Samut Prakan Province. When Ms. Daranee arrived, Mr. Rattapong and Mr. Pitiphum forced her into the car, tying her hands and feet. The struggle inside the vehicle drew attention from locals, prompting the police intervention. Pol. Lt. Sumit, responding quickly after receiving the emergency call and used a red traffic light to halt the suspect’s vehicle. The officers acted swiftly to apprehend the suspects and secure the victim. The suspects are now facing multiple charges, including unlawful detention, assault, and coercion. Both have been handed over to investigators at Thung Khru Police Station for further legal proceedings. Picture captured from social media video. -- 2024-11-21

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Elderly British Man Injured in Electric Tricycle Crash in Pattaya Police in Pattaya City have reported a crash involving an elderly British man who lost control of his red electric tricycle, colliding with a wooden pallet obstructing the road. The incident occurred in front of the Toe-Tae Market on Soi Chaiyapruek 1, Nong Prue. Full Story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344167-elderly-british-man-injured-in-electric-tricycle-crash-in-pattaya/

Police in Pattaya City have reported a crash on the evening of November 20, involving an elderly British man who lost control of his red electric tricycle, colliding with a wooden pallet obstructing the road. The incident occurred in front of the Toe-Tae Market on Soi Chaiyapruek 1, Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District. Emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Foundation were quickly dispatched to the scene after being notified. Upon arrival, they found the electric tricycle overturned with its windshield shattered. Nearby, large wooden pallets were scattered across the road. The injured man, identified as Mr. Garry Leonard Turner, 73, a British national, was found lying on the ground with injuries, including a large head wound. Blood was pooling at the scene. Rescue personnel provided first aid before rushing him to Pattaya City Hospital for further treatment. Witnesses reported that they found the victim already lying in a pool of blood when they arrived. It is believed that Mr. Turner failed to see the wooden pallets, which had been carelessly placed on the road, and collided with them. Examination of the tricycle revealed no signs of impact from another vehicle, reinforcing the theory that the pallets were the primary cause of the collision. Further investigation revealed that the wooden pallets had been left partially obstructing the road, creating a hazard for drivers. The pallets were dislodged and scattered upon impact. Authorities are now conducting an investigation into the crash. Police plan to review CCTV footage from the area to confirm the cause and identify those responsible for leaving the pallets in the road. Pictures from responders -- 2024-11-21

This video from Thai media was filmed at the location on the evening of November 21. My Movie 1.mp4

Truck Carrying Liquid Glue Catches Fire After Tyre Explosion A truck transporting liquid glue narrowly avoided disaster and a sticky problem, when one of its tyres exploded, causing a fire. The incident occurred on Phetkasem Road in Lam Phaya Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nakhon Pathom Province. The driver escaped unscathed. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344160-truck-carrying-liquid-glue-catches-fire-after-tyre-explosion/

A truck transporting liquid glue narrowly avoided disaster and a sticky problem, when one of its tyres exploded, causing a fire. The incident occurred on Phetkasem Road in Lam Phaya Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nakhon Pathom Province. The driver escaped unscathed. The police and municipal firefighters responded to the call at 21.00 on November 20, assisted by local rescue volunteers. Upon arrival, they found the Isuzu truck, registered in Tak Province, engulfed in flames at the rear trailer. Thick black smoke filled the air, and a strong burning odour permeated the area. Authorities quickly cordoned off the road to ensure public safety while firefighters battled the blaze. It took them approximately 20 minutes to extinguish the flames completely. The truck driver, Mr. Sukphat, 60, explained that he was transporting liquid glue from Rayong Province to Tha Maka District in Kanchanaburi. As the vehicle reached the incident site, he felt the truck’s tyres suffered an apparent blowout, which caused the trailer to sway. He and his co-driver decided to stop and inspect the vehicle. Upon exiting, they noticed sparks and flames at the rear of the truck. Despite their efforts to extinguish the fire with portable extinguishers, the flames quickly grew out of control. Realising the danger, they immediately called the police and fire service for assistance. He was also able to detach the truck from the trailer. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire to determine whether it was a result of mechanical failure in either the tyre or brakes. Picture from responders -- 2024-11-21

This is the CCTV of the incident, courtesy of Workpoint News. ScreenRecording_11-21-2024 10-01-41_1.mp4

Contractor Ends Life by Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Parked Truck A 43-year-old construction contractor was found dead in his pickup truck after reportedly taking his own life through carbon monoxide poisoning from smoke inhalation, citing financial stress as the likely cause. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344154-contractor-ends-life-by-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-parked-truck/

A 43-year-old construction contractor was found dead in his pickup truck after reportedly taking his own life through carbon monoxide poisoning from smoke inhalation, citing financial stress as the likely cause. The incident occurred at noon on November 20, in a vacant field approximately one kilometre from Ban Tha Kok Hae community in Warin Chamrap Subdistrict, Ubon Ratchathani. Police and rescue personnel discovered the victim, identified as Mr. Thanakrit in the driver's seat of a gray Toyota pickup truck with a shattered rear window. Inside the truck, authorities found a charcoal stove containing wood planks and ashes, alongside a used LPG gas cylinder near the vehicle. There were no signs of physical assault or injury on the body, and initial assessments suggest he died from carbon monoxide poisoning approximately 3-6 hours before being found. The victim's father, Mr. Phot, revealed that his son sent a location pin to his elder brother in Bangkok at around 02.00. However, the message was only seen in the morning. The brother forwarded the information to the victim's wife in Ubon Ratchathani, who then searched for him. Upon locating the truck, the family broke the rear window and called emergency services. Unfortunately, the victim had already passed away. The father stated that the deceased worked as a construction contractor in southern Thailand and often expressed frustration about delays in payment for completed projects. This financial pressure, compounded by the responsibility of supporting a team of over 30 workers, likely contributed to his distress. Authorities have sent the body for an autopsy at Sunpasitthiprasong Hospital to confirm the cause of death. They are also collecting evidence from the scene to finalise their report. 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. -- 2024-11-21

Pickup Truck Plunges Into Suvarnabhumi Canal, Driver Rescued in Critical Condition At midnight rescue workers in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, rushed to the scene of an incident, where a pickup truck had plunged into the Suvarnabhumi water canal in Bang Pla Subdistrict. The rescue operation was launched following a distress call from the Samut Prakan Rescue Centre reporting a vehicle submerged in the canal with the driver trapped inside. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344152-pickup-truck-plunges-into-suvarnabhumi-canal-driver-rescued-in-critical-condition/

At midnight on November 21, rescue workers in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, rushed to the scene of an incident, where a pickup truck had plunged into the Suvarnabhumi water canal in Bang Pla Subdistrict. The rescue operation was launched following a distress call from the Samut Prakan Rescue Centre reporting a vehicle submerged in the canal with the driver trapped inside. Upon arrival, emergency responders found that several witnesses had already dived in, broken the truck’s windows and pulled the driver out of the water. The man, who had been submerged for several minutes, was in critical condition. Rescue workers promptly coordinated with Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital’s emergency team to transfer the victim for urgent medical treatment. According to one of the good Samaritans, the accident occurred when the pickup truck driver lost control, rolled over, and plunged into the canal. Witnesses quickly sprang into action, diving into the water, breaking the truck’s windows, and locating the driver. They managed to pull him out of the submerged vehicle and bring him to the shore while awaiting the arrival of rescue personnel. Police investigators from Bang Phli Police Station have begun examining the scene and interviewing witnesses to determine the cause of the crash. No identification documents were found on the driver, and authorities are working to trace the vehicle’s ownership to contact the man’s relatives. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-21

UPDATE British Tourist Dies in Patong Drain Accident; Family Confirm No Foul Play The family of a British tourist who tragically drowned after falling into a roadside drain in Patong has expressed they have no suspicion of foul play, following the review of CCTV footage. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344094-british-tourist-found-dead-in-phuket-drainage-ditch/page/2/#findComment-19396477

UPDATE British Tourist Dies in Patong Drain Accident; Family Confirm No Foul Play The family of a British tourist who tragically drowned after falling into a roadside drain in Patong has expressed they have no suspicion of foul play, following the review of CCTV footage. Investigators have reviewed nearby CCTV footage to determine the events leading up to the death. Once the body was retrieved, forensic specialist Dr. Tulya Wich Wansri identified the deceased as Mr. Fraser Wright, a 36-year-old British national. No external injuries were observed, and it was determined that the cause of death was attributed to suffocation by drowning. Miss Katie Isabel, 17, a relative of the deceased, informed investigators that Mr. Wright and his family of three had arrived in Phuket on November 17, staying at Seaview Hotel. On the evening of November 19, around 22:00. Mr. Wright left the hotel room and failed to return. Attempts to contact him were unsuccessful. Miss Isabel confirmed that, after reviewing the CCTV footage, the family had no concerns about foul play and the victim was alone at the time. The footage showed Mr. Wright climbing over the drain’s barrier before falling into the waterway. It remains unclear the motive for gaining access to the drain. The body has been sent to Vachira Phuket Hospital for a detailed autopsy to confirm the cause of death and test for alcohol or drugs. Police have logged the incident and notified the British Embassy for further assistance with repatriation. Picture captured from CCTV. -- 2024-11-21

This is a picture captured from CCTV. It shows that the victim had climbed over the railings and no-one else was involved. It is not clear why he climbed over.

Mother Finds Son’s Body After 22 Days Missing: Authorities Investigate Possible Murder A heartbroken mother helped identified the near skeletal remains of her 40-year-old son, found kneeling beneath a longan tree after being missing for 22 days. Police are now investigating whether foul play was involved. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344143-mother-finds-son’s-body-after-22-days-missing-authorities-investigate-possible-murder/

A heartbroken mother helped identified the near skeletal remains of her 40-year-old son, found kneeling beneath a longan tree after being missing for 22 days. Police are now investigating whether foul play was involved. The discovery was made in a field near a corn plantation in Hong Lee Village, Chae Hom District, Lampang Province on November 20. Police Lieutenant Apirak Meetham, Deputy Investigator at Chae Hom Police Station, led a team of investigators, medical personnel from Chae Hom Hospital, and local rescue volunteers to the scene following a report of a body found. Upon arrival, authorities found the decomposed remains of a man, believed to be Mr. Peerapon Thaimai, who had disappeared under mysterious circumstances on October 29. The body was found in a kneeling position with a red nylon rope tied to a branch of the longan tree, suggesting possible suicide. The body was severely decomposed, leaving mostly only the skull and skeletal remains. Mr. Peerapon was last seen leaving home at around 20.00 on October 29. His mother, 60-year-old Mrs. Rattanaporn Tawai, had expressed fears that her son might have fallen victim to local drug gangs, as he was rumored to have been involved with illicit activities. Days later, his motorcycle was found abandoned at a pavilion near Huai Chok Reservoir, just 2 kilometres from his home. Mrs. Rattanaporn confirmed the identity of her son based on the clothing found on the remains, which police will confirm from the autopsy. The location of the body was about 1 kilometre away from where the motorcycle was discovered. While initial observations suggest the man may have died by hanging, police are not ruling out the possibility of murder. Further forensic analysis and investigations are ongoing to determine the exact cause of death and whether any criminal involvement occurred. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-21

Motorcyclist Dies in Crash Under 18-Wheel Truck in Prachinburi A fatal crash occurred when a motorbike rider lost control and was struck by an 18- wheel truck on Highway 304 at the Ban Nong Khla Bridge in Kabin Buri district, Prachinburi province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344142-motorcyclist-dies-in-crash-under-18-wheel-truck-in-prachinburi/

A fatal crash occurred on the morning of November 20, when a motorbike rider lost control and was struck by an 18- wheel truck on Highway 304 at the Ban Nong Khla Bridge in Kabin Buri district, Prachinburi province. At approximately 07:00, Pol. Lt. Thanawat Chandi, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at Sa Bua Police Station, was informed of the collision by the Sajja Phutthatham Kabin Buri Foundation rescue unit. The crash left one woman dead at the scene. Upon arriving at the site, authorities found a red motorcycle lying in the middle of the road. Nearby was the body of a 30-year-old woman, identified as Ms. Juthamas, a resident of Moo 5, Sala Lamduan Subdistrict District. The victim's body was severely mutilated, a left a horrific scene, with human remains scattered across the road. Approximately 30 metres from the crash site, a white Isuzu 18- wheel truck was parked. The driver, identified as Mr. Thawatchai explained that he was transporting timber from Sa Kaeo to Laem Chabang, Chonburi. According to Mr. Thawatchai, the motorcyclist was traveling ahead of him when the bike struck the bridge's edge, causing the rider to lose control and fall directly into the path of his truck. Despite his efforts, he was unable to avoid running over the victim and dragged the body approximately 100 metres along the road. Authorities are conducting further investigations to determine the exact cause of the crash. The victim's remains have been sent to the local hospital for autopsy, and the driver will be questioned as part of routine legal procedures. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-21

Murder Suspect Found Dead in Jail Cell, Likely Due to Stress A murder suspect was found dead in his jail cell at Phan Na Nikhom Police Station and is believed to have taken his own life due to stress related to his case. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344141-murder-suspect-found-dead-in-jail-cell-likely-due-to-stress/

A murder suspect was found dead in his jail cell on November 20, at Phan Na Nikhom Police Station and is believed to have taken his own life due to stress related to his case. The incident involved Mr. Adirek who was accused of fatally stabbing Mr. Prasert during an altercation the previous night. Police confirmed that around noon today, Mr. Adirek used his shirt to hang himself in the detention cell where he was being held on charges of intentional homicide. Forensic officers arrived at the scene to examine the body and are preparing to return it to the suspect's family for funeral rites. Pol. Col. Kampanat Setritthikul, Chief of Phan Na Nikhom Police Station, stated that preliminary investigations suggest the suspect's death resulted from severe emotional distress. Security camera footage from the detention area showed the suspect entering the bathroom shortly before the incident. However, the actual act was not captured due to a blind spot in the camera's coverage. Col. Kampanat noted that the suspect had appeared visibly stressed in the hours leading up to his death but had not requested any special assistance or shown alarming behaviour. Family members had visited him regularly and reported no significant changes in his demeanour. The police chief emphasised that the incident will trigger a thorough review to determine whether any negligence by law enforcement contributed to the tragedy or if the circumstances were unavoidable. Investigations will proceed based on all available evidence and testimonies. Picture from police station. -- 2024-11-21

School Bus Runs Off Road in Udon Thani, No Serious Injuries Reported A school bus carrying students from Wang Sam Mo Wittayakarn School, ran off a rural road connecting Ban Nong Kung Thap Ma and Ban Na Kae in Wang Sam Mo District, Udon Thani. Emergency responders promptly arrived at the scene, where they found the blue Isuzu bus off the road, at an angle and resting up against a tree. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1344140-school-bus-runs-off-road-in-udon-thani-no-serious-injuries-reported/

A school bus carrying students from Wang Sam Mo Wittayakarn School, ran off a rural road connecting Ban Nong Kung Thap Ma and Ban Na Kae in Wang Sam Mo District, Udon Thani. Emergency responders promptly arrived at the scene, where they found the blue Isuzu bus off the road, at an angle and resting up against a tree. The Wang Sam Mo District Hospital rescue team, in collaboration with the Wang Sam Mo VR Rescue Association and emergency responders from Kham Khok Sung Subdistrict, were dispatched to assess the situation. Fortunately, none of the students onboard suffered severe injuries. Most sustained only minor cuts abrasions and bruises. After being treated at the scene, about 10 students were transported to Wang Sam Mo District Hospital for further medical evaluation, in a fleet of ambulances. According to preliminary reports, the driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and tun into a ditch. While the exact cause of the accident remains under investigation, initial assessments suggest that road was dry and it was not raining. The students at the scene described the moment of the crash as frightening but commended the driver who got everyone off the bus and onto the road, to wait for the rescue and medical teams. Parents of the students were informed, with many travelling to the scene to comfort their children. The school has assured families that additional safety measures will be reviewed to prevent similar incidents in the future. Authorities are continuing to investigate the crash to determine whether mechanical failure or driver error played a role. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-21