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Passenger Catches Chinese Man Red-Handed Stealing on Bangkok-Phuket Flight Picture courtesy of Facebook. A Thai woman has shared a dramatic in-flight experience on a domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket, where a fellow passenger was caught in the act of stealing valuables from another traveller’s bag. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358912-passenger-catches-chinese-man-red-handed-stealing-on-bangkok-phuket-flight/

Pictures courtesy of Matichon. UNESCO has officially recognised three Thai cultural treasures as part of its prestigious Memory of the World Register for 2025, highlighting the country’s rich literary, religious, and diplomatic heritage. Ms Sasikan Watthanachan, Deputy Spokesperson for the Prime Minister’s Office, announced the news on Friday, stating that the Department of Fine Arts had reported the successful inclusion of the following three Thai entries among a total of 74 newly listed items worldwide: 1. The Manuscript of Nanthopananthasut Kamlaung This ancient Buddhist scripture, authored in 1736 by Prince Thammathibet Chaiyachet Suriyawong (commonly known as Prince Kung), is a significant example of Thai classical literature. It is preserved at the National Library of Thailand under the supervision of the Department of Fine Arts. 2. The King of the White Elephant Film and Related Archival Documents This historical film and its associated documents have been recognised for their cultural and cinematic value. The film is housed at the Thai Film Archive, while related documents are kept at the Thai Studies Institute, Thammasat University. The work reflects important themes of peace and leadership. 3. Archives on the Founding of ASEAN (1967–1976) This entry includes vital documents detailing the formation of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), a collaborative submission by Thailand, Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore. The documents are also preserved at the Thai Film Archive. Thailand now has a total of nine entries on UNESCO’s Memory of the World Register. These include the Ramkhamhaeng Inscription, Wat Pho Epigraphs, King Chulalongkorn’s Administrative Reform Records, the Vajirayana Library Glass Plate Negatives and Original Photographs, and other significant historical manuscripts and meeting records. “This recognition underscores the literary, religious, and cultural importance of Thai heritage, not only for the nation but for all humanity,” said Ms Sasikan. “It is a reminder of our responsibility to preserve and pass on this invaluable legacy to future generations.” Those interested in exploring Thailand’s registered Memory of the World documents can visit the official website of the National Archives of Thailand at https://www.nat.go.th/mow/th-th. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-04-27.

Picture courtesy of Facebook. A Thai woman has shared a dramatic in-flight experience on a domestic flight from Bangkok to Phuket, where a fellow passenger was caught in the act of stealing valuables from another traveller’s bag. The incident was recounted in a viral Facebook post by user Orathai Chirapornchai. She described how the theft occurred mid-flight after cabin lights were dimmed and most passengers had dozed off. According to Orathai, she had placed her bag in the overhead compartment and kept her iPad and a book with her for entertainment. Her handbag, containing her wallet, remained securely on her lap. However, the peaceful atmosphere was abruptly shattered when a passenger seated in the aisle seat suddenly shouted, “What are you doing with my bag!” at an elderly Chinese man seated behind him. The accused was allegedly caught red-handed, rummaging through the man’s bag and attempting to remove cash from his wallet. The confrontation escalated quickly, with the victim threatening physical retaliation, even exclaiming, “I know Muay Thai!” Despite the evidence, the Chinese passenger reportedly denied any wrongdoing before breaking into rapid speech in Mandarin. Fortunately, another passenger seated behind Orathai had witnessed the entire incident. She confirmed that the suspect had been opening multiple overhead compartments before eventually taking down the victim’s bag and discreetly rifling through it. Flight attendants promptly intervened, isolating the suspect and alerting airport security to await the aircraft’s arrival in Phuket. Upon landing, authorities were on standby to take the individual in for questioning. Orathai later discovered that her own bag, stored overhead, had also been tampered with. Although her notebook was left untouched, likely due to its size, she expressed deep concern over how close she had come to becoming a victim herself. This incident follows several similar reports in recent months involving Chinese nationals stealing from passengers during flights, often targeting small, high-value items while travellers are asleep. In one high-profile case earlier this month, two Chinese men were apprehended by Suvarnabhumi Airport’s tourist police for repeatedly robbing passengers mid-flight. Orathai ended her post with a warning: “From now on, never leave your valuables in the overhead bin. Always keep them with you, it’s just too risky.” Authorities have yet to issue a statement. Adapted by Asean Now from Daily News 2025-04-27.

Driver Burned Alive in Fiery Crash Between Car and Lorry in Loei Province Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A devastating road accident in the early hours of 26 April, has left one person dead after a car collided with a lorry in Loei province, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and burst into flames. The victim, who was trapped behind the wheel, was found charred inside the car. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358911-driver-burned-alive-in-fiery-crash-between-car-and-lorry-in-loei-province/

Chinese National Arrested at Airport for Murder & Dismemberment of Transgender in Pattaya Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A Chinese man has been arrested at a Bangkok airport after allegedly murdering and attempting to dismember a transgender in a hotel in Central Pattaya, authorities confirmed on the afternoon of 26 April. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358904-chinese-national-arrested-at-airport-for-murder-dismemberment-of-transgender-in-pattaya/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A devastating road accident in the early hours of 26 April, has left one person dead after a car collided with a lorry in Loei province, causing the vehicle to veer off the road and burst into flames. The victim, who was trapped behind the wheel, was found charred inside the car. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 00:15 on Highway 2195 near Ban Wang Peng in Tha Li District. A white Suzuki Swift, registration number from Loei, collided with a heavy goods vehicle pulling a trailer. The impact was so severe that one of the lorry’s front tyres burst from the force of the collision. Local military personnel from Paramilitary Unit 2102 assisted in managing the scene and directing traffic, while firefighters from Ahee Subdistrict Administrative Organisation extinguished the blaze. Inside the burnt-out wreckage of the car, officials discovered the charred remains of an unidentified individual, believed to be male. Forensic teams are working to determine the identity of the deceased. The body has been sent to Loei Hospital for examination and to await relatives. Preliminary investigations suggest that the lorry was climbing a hill en route to Dan Sai District when the car, travelling in the opposite direction downhill, may have crossed into the lorry’s path. The collision caused the car to spin off the road and catch fire almost immediately. The cause of the crash remains under investigation, with forensic officers conducting a detailed inspection of the scene to confirm the circumstances. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-04-27.

Foreign National Detained After Threatening Jomtien Beachgoers with Scissors Picture courtesy of Pattaya City Police A foreign national was arrested on the afternoon of 25 April after allegedly threatening beach visitors with a pair of scissors, sparking panic along Jomtien Beach. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358894-foreign-national-detained-after-threatening-jomtien-beachgoers-with-scissors/

UPDATE Chinese National Arrested at Suvarnabhumi for Brutal Murder of Transgender Crime scene image from the hotel room. Immigration officers at Suvarnabhumi Airport detained Mr. Fu Tongyuan, a 42-year-old Chinese national, after he attempted to flee the country on China Eastern Airlines flight MU742 to Kunming, China. Mr. Fu was unable to pass through the automated passport control system, prompting further investigation and subsequent arrest. Authorities found that he was on a watchlist for his alleged involvement in the brutal murder of “Nong Note” (Worranan Phannakha), a transgender, in Pattaya. The victim’s body had been mutilated, with the heart, lungs, and silicone breast implants removed. Picture of the suspect arrested at the airport. Officers observed fresh wounds on Mr. Fu’s body and face, believed to be sustained during a struggle with the victim. Nong Note’s family revealed that she was the main provider for the household, working in Pattaya to send money home to support her parents, and that she had previously worked in Taiwan. Her family is demanding the harshest possible punishment, including the death penalty, to achieve justice. CCTV image of the suspect and victim on entering the hotel. Key evidence in the case includes CCTV footage showing Mr. Fu picking up the victim and taking her to his room. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-04-26.

to continue: Thailand Live Sunday 27 April 2025 https://aseannow.com/topic/1358910-thailand-live-sunday-27-april-2025/

UPDATE Thai media reports are stating that the victim was a post op transgender and when found, had a deep slash wound in the middle of the chest that revealed the internal organs. The heart had been removed and placed next to the body and police believe one lung was missing from the scene.

Chinese National Arrested at Airport for Murder & Dismemberment of Transgender in Pattaya Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A Chinese man has been arrested at a Bangkok airport after allegedly murdering and attempting to dismember a transgender in a hotel in Central Pattaya, authorities confirmed on the afternoon of 26 April. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358904-chinese-national-arrested-at-airport-for-murder-dismemberment-of-transgender-in-pattaya/

Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A Chinese man has been arrested at a Bangkok airport after allegedly murdering and attempting to dismember a transgender in a hotel in Central Pattaya, authorities confirmed on the afternoon of 26 April. At approximately 11:00 on 26 April, Pol. Col. Anek Sarathongyu, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, alongside Pol. Lt. Col. Arut Saphanont, Deputy Superintendent of Investigations, and other officers, responded to reports of a deceased person at a hotel located in Pattaya, Chonburi Province. Upon arrival at the scene, police discovered the body of a transgender, concealed inside a bathroom on the second floor of the building. Officers immediately sealed off the area and called in forensic experts and medical examiners to conduct a thorough investigation. Initial examinations of the room revealed a large clothing bag, scissors, and other equipment believed to have been intended for use in concealing or dismembering the body. No unauthorised persons were allowed to enter the scene during the investigation. Preliminary enquiries established that the room had been rented one week prior by a Chinese man, later identified as Mr Tongyung Fu, aged 42. According to other guests, a loud and prolonged altercation was heard emanating from the room at around 01:00 and lasted about an hour. Witnesses reported hearing desperate cries for help during the disturbance, but no one intervened. Image of the suspect released before his capture. In the morning, concerned by the lack of response from the room, the hotel owner attempted to make contact by knocking on the door. Receiving no reply, they entered the room and made the grim discovery. Further investigations and CCTV footage showed the suspect leaving the hotel with a suitcase at 06:00. This led Pattaya Police to swiftly coordinate with Immigration authorities. Mr Tongyung Fu was intercepted at the airport just as he was preparing to board an international flight out of Thailand. He was taken into custody without incident and is being transported back to Pattaya to face charges. Image of the victim from Thai media. Authorities are awaiting the results of a full forensic examination to determine the exact cause of death. Mr Tongyung Fu is expected to be formally charged with murder and related offences in connection with the incident. The investigation is ongoing as police piece together the circumstances surrounding the horrific crime. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-04-26.

Foreign National Detained After Threatening Jomtien Beachgoers with Scissors Picture courtesy of Pattaya City Police A foreign national was arrested on the afternoon of 25 April after allegedly threatening beach visitors with a pair of scissors, sparking panic along Jomtien Beach. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358894-foreign-national-detained-after-threatening-jomtien-beachgoers-with-scissors/

Picture courtesy of Pattaya City Police A foreign national was arrested on the afternoon of 25 April after allegedly threatening beach visitors with a pair of scissors, sparking panic along Jomtien Beach. The man, whose identity and nationality have not yet been disclosed, was restrained by municipal officers with assistance from beach lifeguards before being handed over to Pattaya City Police at the Dongtan Curve substation. The unsettling incident unfolded in broad daylight, with eyewitnesses reporting the man behaving in an aggressive and erratic manner towards members of the public. One local resident recalled, “He was walking around yelling and pointing at no one in particular. Then he sat in a restaurant talking to himself. He was very scary.” Another witness claimed to have seen the same individual the previous night. “At around 2 a.m., I saw him near the 7-Eleven on Jomtien Second Road. He looked drunk, muttering to himself and staring people down. It was really unnerving,” they said. Beachgoers expressed alarm in the aftermath, with several stating they had never seen the man before and had no prior interaction with him. One tourist remarked that it felt like “vacationing in fear”, noting a rise in unpredictable behaviour from certain individuals, both foreign and local, around the area. Police have not released further details, other than the investigation remains ongoing. Adapted by Asean Now from Pattaya News. 2025-04-26.

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UPDATE Plane Wreckage Successfully Lifted Off Beach A crane successfully lifted the wreckage of the police aircraft from beach, near the Hua Hin Air Force Welfare Housing at 19:00 on 25 April. The wreckage will moved a secure location and carefully examined as part of the official investigation into the incident. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358781-police-aircraft-crashes-into-sea-off-cha-am-leaving-four-dead/page/2/#findComment-19758722

UPDATE Plane Wreckage Successfully Lifted Off Beach Pictures from responders. A crane successfully lifted the wreckage of the police aircraft from beach, near the Hua Hin Air Force Welfare Housing at 19:00 on 25 April. The wreckage is expected to be moved to a secure location and carefully examined as part of the official investigation into the incident. Authorities are also awaiting the arrival of team of Canadian experts, who will assist in the joint analysis of the planes recorded data, to support efforts to determine the exact cause of the crash. The National Police Chief has paid tribute to the officers for their dedication and service. The Royal Thai Police announced that the National Police Office had reviewed the officers’ contributions and decided to posthumously promote them and provide financial benefits to their families: 1. Pol. Col. Prathan Kiewkham (Class of 54, pilot trainee) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Gen. with a financial benefit of 2,684,910 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. 2. Pol. Lt. Col. Panthep Manee-wachirangkoon (Class of 63, pilot) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Lt. Gen. with a financial benefit of 1,837,500 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. 3. Pol. Lt. Jaturong Watthanaprayasan (pilot) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Lt. Col. with a financial benefit of 664,320 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. 4. Pol Lt. Thannawat Mekprasertsuk (aircraft engineer) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Lt. Col. with a financial benefit of 377,960 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. 5. Pol. Sgt. Maj. Chiratwat Maksa-ka (mechanic) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Lt. with a financial benefit of 303,040 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. 6. Pol. Sgt. Phawat Phonhongsa (mechanic) will be posthumously promoted to Pol. Lt. with a financial benefit of 1,182,680 THB and a salary increase of 4 steps. The bodies of the deceased officers were examined at Hua Hin Hospital, with the autopsies completed by 29:00 on 25 April. The remains will be transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine at the Police General Hospital for further procedures. On 26 April, a royal water ceremony will be held for the deceased at Wat Trithodthep, followed by a one-night prayer service. The families will also hold the final rites and cremation ceremony at a later date. Procession carrying the bodies of the six police officers as it left Hua Hin Hospital and headed to Wat Tri Thotsathep Worawihan in Bangkok for religious ceremonies. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-04-26.

Woman Seriously Injured in Sattahip Beach Attack Picture courtesy of Sattahip News. Police in Sattahip responded to a violent assault on a woman near the seafront in front of the Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital, located at Sattahip Naval Base, Moo 1, Sattahip District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358879-woman-seriously-injured-in-sattahip-beach-attack/

Picture courtesy of Sattahip News. Police in Sattahip responded to a violent assault on a woman near the seafront in front of the Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital, located at Sattahip Naval Base, Moo 1, Sattahip District. Pol. Col. Komsan Kamtunkaew, Superintendent of Sattahip Police Station, received the emergency call and immediately coordinated with patrol officers, rescue workers from the Sawang Rojanathammasathan Foundation, and medical staff from the hospital to attend the scene. Upon arrival, authorities discovered a 52-year-old woman, identified as Mrs. Namnong Samsi, suffering from head injuries inflicted by a wooden object. She was bleeding profusely and was given emergency first aid at the scene before being transferred to Queen Sirikit Naval Medical Centre for further treatment. Witnesses at the scene reported that the attacker was a homeless man exhibiting signs of mental instability. The motive for the attack remains unclear. After the assault, the suspect fled to a nearby bus shelter near the lighthouse roundabout, opposite TTB Bank at Sattahip Market. Sattahip police responded swiftly and located the suspect in the vicinity. During the attempted arrest, the man resisted and engaged in a physical struggle with officers. Police were forced to use physical restraint to bring the situation under control and successfully detained the suspect. He has since been taken for psychiatric evaluation, and legal proceedings are now underway. Authorities continue to investigate the motive behind the unprovoked attack. Adapted by Asean Now from Sattahip News 2025-04-26.

Road Rage in Phuket: Pickup Driver Rams Car & Threatens with Sword Picture courtesy of Amarin. A dramatic case of road rage unfolded in the heart of Phuket on 25 April, when a pickup truck driver deliberately rammed a sedan before threatening the injured driver with a sword and physically assaulting him in broad daylight. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358878-road-rage-in-phuket-pickup-driver-rams-car-threatens-with-sword/

Picture courtesy of Amarin. A dramatic case of road rage unfolded in the heart of Phuket on 25 April, when a pickup truck driver deliberately rammed a sedan before threatening the injured driver with a sword and physically assaulting him in broad daylight. The incident occurred on Chao Fah Suan Luang Road in Wichit subdistrict, Mueang Phuket district. The shocking scene was captured on video and widely shared on social media by a bystander, who appealed for calm and urged Thais to avoid violence, stating, “We can talk things out, we are Thai people.” Footage shows the pickup driver exiting his vehicle wielding a sword, aggressively confronting the sedan driver, a man who was already wearing a cast on his leg and struggling to stand. The attacker proceeded to kick the injured man as he sat helplessly on the road, hands clasped in a wai, pleading for mercy. Eyewitnesses reported that the two vehicles had been chasing each other from the Sri Phuwanat Park area along Phatthana Thongthin Road before the collision occurred. After crashing into the sedan, the pickup driver reportedly smashed the car’s windows before confronting the victim. Initial reports suggest that the two men knew each other and had previously been in dispute over unpaid wages. The confrontation escalated after attempts at negotiation failed. In a live-streamed video taken by the pickup driver, he is heard shouting: “You ruined my life! Are you trying to destroy me? My father is dying, and you’ve destroyed my life. Do you understand? I’ve lost everything. All I have left is despair.” He then addressed bystanders, saying: “I’ve struggled my whole life. He destroyed everything. I have no one. I do glass work. My father is dying, and he’s mocked me. He doesn’t care.” Police are currently investigating the incident, reviewing the video evidence, and questioning those involved. No official charges have been announced yet, but authorities are treating the matter as a serious case of assault and intimidation on a public road. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-04-26.

Irish Man Stabbed in Brutal Attack Outside Pattaya Condo Picture courtesy of SiamChon. In the early hours of April 26, a brutal stabbing incident left a 34-year-old Irish national injured outside a condominium on Thepprasit Soi 17, Pattaya, Chonburi province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358877-irish-man-stabbed-in-brutal-attack-outside-pattaya-condo/

Picture courtesy of SiamChon. Responders video below. In the early hours of April 26, a brutal stabbing incident left a 34-year-old Irish national injured outside a condominium on Thepprasit Soi 17, Pattaya, Chonburi province. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre in Pattaya received the emergency call at approximately 01:35 reporting a violent assault with a injured victim. Rescue volunteers and police officers from Pattaya City Police Station were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, authorities discovered Mr. Scott Thomas Lacy, 34, lying in a pool of blood beside a red-plated Honda ADV 150 motorcycle. He had sustained deep lacerations from a sharp object to his left arm, abdomen, and both legs. A folding knife was found on the road nearby and was secured as evidence by investigators. Rescue workers administered first aid at the scene before urgently transporting Mr. Lacy to a nearby hospital. His condition was described by responders as serious. A security guard from a neighbouring condominium told police he saw the victim returning from a convenience store on his motorcycle when he was suddenly ambushed by another foreign man on a motorcycle. The attacker reportedly forced the victim off his bike by kicking him, then brutally stabbed him multiple times before speeding away, leaving the victim seriously wounded on the roadside. Police have launched a manhunt for the assailant. Pol. Lt. Col. Chaowalit Suwanmanee, Deputy Superintendent of Pattaya City Police, confirmed that officers have been dispatched to gather evidence and track down the suspect based on descriptions provided by a witness. Authorities are urging anyone with information about the incident to come forward as the investigation continues. Adapted by Asean Now from SiamChon 2025-04-26. ScreenRecording_04-26-2025 06-36-28_1.mp4

Mystic Car Decked with Sacred Symbols Sparks Legal Concerns in Nonthaburi Picture courtesy of Amarin. A car adorned with mystical symbols and religious paraphernalia has caused a stir online after it was spotted speeding through Nonthaburi late at night. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1358876-mystic-car-decked-with-sacred-symbols-sparks-legal-concerns-in-nonthaburi/

Picture courtesy of Amarin. A car adorned with mystical symbols and religious paraphernalia has caused a stir online after it was spotted speeding through Nonthaburi late at night. At around 23:00 on 24 April, a news team travelling along Chaiyapruek Road, outbound near the Rama IV Bridge, encountered a striking Toyota that immediately caught their attention. Nearly every surface of the vehicle, save for some parts of the windows, was covered in traditional Thai script and sacred yantra symbols. Most notably, the roof of the car featured what appeared to be an elaborate shrine, including statues of Phra Mae Thorani (the Earth Goddess), a revered hermit sage, a Buddha figure, garlands of marigolds, and a selection of fruit offerings. Footage of the vehicle quickly went viral on Thai social media platforms, prompting public curiosity and concern. On 25 April, local reporters sought clarification from Pol. Lt. Col. Thapanapong Phuengmee, Traffic Inspector at Pak Kret Police Station, regarding the legality of such modifications. According to Pol. Lt. Col. Thapanapong, the car’s adornments fall foul of Thailand’s 1979 Motor Vehicle Act, specifically Section 12, which prohibits alterations to registered vehicles that may pose a danger to others. Offenders can face fines of up to 2,000 baht under Section 60 of the same Act. “The items placed on the car’s bonnet, roof, and rear, even if affixed with double-sided tape, can become dangerous projectiles if they detach while the vehicle is in motion,” he explained. “This could cause accidents, particularly to motorcycles or other vehicles following behind.” He further warned that in the event of an accident caused by such modifications, the driver could also be charged with negligence. Even in the absence of an incident, the vehicle’s decorations are still considered illegal. “While personal beliefs and preferences are respected, they must comply with traffic laws and must not endanger other road users,” Pol. Lt. Col. Thapanapong added. “Traffic officers are authorised to stop and inspect any vehicle that appears to be unsafe, and repeat offenders may face legal action if they fail to remove the offending items.” Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-04-26.