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Australian Businesswoman’s Condo in Pattaya Robbed: Over 3 Million Baht Stolen Picture courtesy of TMN. Pattaya City Police received a report of a robbery at a luxury condominium in Soi 5, Pratumnak Hill, South Pattaya, Chonburi Province. The victim, a 40-year-old Australian businesswoman in real estate was left in shock after discovering her valuables worth over 3.5 million baht had been stolen. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343762-australian-businesswoman’s-condo-in-pattaya-robbed-over-3-million-baht-stolen/

Woman Found Dead in Palm Plantation Identified as Prosecutor’s Mother-in-Law A chilling discovery in Wang Chan District, Rayong Province, has taken a new turn after the body of an unidentified woman was found in a palm plantation. Initially, authorities were baffled by the gruesome scene, police have now identified the woman. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343759-woman-found-dead-in-palm-plantation-identified-as-prosecutor’s-mother-in-law/

Worker Electrocuted at Construction Site in Samut Prakan A construction worker was electrocuted while plugging in a water pump at an underground power line installation project in Bang Bo District, Samut Prakan. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343757-worker-electrocuted-at-construction-site-in-samut-prakan/

Fire at Thai Beverage Recycling Factory in Pathum Thani A fire broke out at the Thai Beverage Recycling Co., Ltd. factory in Pathum Thani, prompting an urgent response from authorities. Over 20 fire engines were deployed to tackle the blaze, which caused significant damage to the facility but, fortunately, resulted in no injuries or fatalities. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343755-fire-at-thai-beverage-recycling-factory-in-pathum-thani/

Former Monk Wanted for Embezzling Temple Funds & Gambling Millions of Baht The Loei Provincial Court has issued an arrest warrant for former monk Phra Maha Paktavee Phimkeeree (Akkaveero), also known as “Khruba Arm,” aged 34. Despite serving as a monk for 10 years, the former resident of Wat Pa Veluwanaram in Wang Saphung District, Loei, is accused of defrauding temple donors of millions of baht and losing the funds through online gambling. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343754-former-monk-wanted-for-embezzling-temple-funds-gambling-millions-of-baht/

Central Group Hosts 20th Annual Firefighter Challenge Central Group organised the 20th annual Firefighter Challenge at Central Village in Bang Chalong, Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan. The event, held in the Zone H parking area, aimed to enhance firefighting skills, physical and mental readiness, and teamwork among the company’s own fire response teams. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343752-central-group-hosts-20th-annual-firefighter-challenge/

Teenager Stabbed in Violent Altercation Following Minor Traffic collision in Chonburi A minor traffic incident escalated into violence in the early hours in Bang Saen, Chonburi Province, leaving two teenagers seriously injured after being stabbed. The altercation occurred in front of a convenience store on Bang Saen Beach Road near Wonnapha Beach. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343750-teenager-stabbed-in-violent-altercation-following-minor-traffic-collision-in-chonburi/

Dramatic Raid: Village Chief and Associates Arrested for Multi-Million Fraud Picture courtesy of Matichon. In a high-profile operation, law enforcement officers, including a special commando unit, arrested the mayor of a subdistrict administrative organisation (SAO) and his associates on charges of large-scale fraud amounting to hundreds of millions of baht. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343749-dramatic-raid-village-chief-and-associates-arrested-for-multi-million-fraud/

Fire Incident at Thonburi Residential Building Leaves Two Injured A fire broke out in a residential building on Soi Thoet Thai 21, Bang Yi Ruea Subdistrict, Thonburi District, Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343748-fire-incident-at-thonburi-residential-building-leaves-two-injured/

33 Year Old Woman Dies After Stabbing Herself in Ayutthaya Following Dispute with Boyfriend Police Lieutenant Colonel Pleng Pankaew, Deputy Inspector of Investigation at Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Police Station, responded to a report of a woman who fatally injured herself with a knife at her residence in Pom Subdistrict, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya District. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343747-33-year-old-woman-dies-after-stabbing-herself-in-ayutthaya-following-dispute-with-boyfriend/

Nakhon Ratchasima: 63 Year Old Man Dies in Pickup Truck Collision A 63 year old man tragically lost his life when his pickup truck collided with an 18-wheeler and became lodged underneath the trailer. The crash occurred near a U-turn on the Phimai-Market Khae Road in Tharn Prasat Subdistrict, Non Sung District, Nakhon Ratchasima. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343746-nakhon-ratchasima-63-year-old-man-dies-in-pickup-truck-collision/

Phuket: Myanmar Worker Drowns While Collecting Money from Krathongs A Myanmar worker drowned while attempting to collect money from a krathongs during the Loy Krathong festival in Bang Maluan Park, Choeng Thale Subdistrict, Thalang District. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343745-phuket-myanmar-worker-drowns-while-collecting-money-from-krathongs/

Pattaya City Police received a report of a robbery at a luxury condominium in Soi 5, Pratumnak Hill, South Pattaya, Chonburi Province. The victim, a 40-year-old Australian businesswoman in real estate (referred to as Ms. Annie), was left in shock after discovering her valuables worth over 3.5 million baht had been stolen. Authorities, including the local investigative unit, tourist police, and forensic experts from Region 2 Chonburi, immediately inspected the scene. The burglary took place in a ground-floor room of a high-end condo. The intruder had entered through the back door, ransacked the room, and escaped with a significant haul. Among the stolen items were a Rolex watch, a Cartier watch, two Cartier bracelets, two gold necklaces, a gold ring, a pair of gold earrings, and diamond jewellery. Forensic teams collected fingerprints and other evidence from the crime scene. Ms. Annie reported that she had left the condo the previous afternoon around 14:20 to celebrate Loy Krathong with her family at a private pool villa in Bang Saray, Sattahip District. When she returned the following morning, she found the room in disarray, with all valuables missing. She immediately contacted the police. Investigators reviewed CCTV footage from the condo, which revealed that the suspect was a Thai male, estimated to be under 18 years old. He was dressed in a t-shirt, colorful rainbow-patterned shorts, flip-flops, and carried a black backpack. He entered the premises around 02:10 through a side entrance and scouted ground-floor units for valuables. The footage showed the suspect shaking the rear glass door of Ms. Annie’s room, gaining entry, and stealing the valuables. He exited the condo on foot around 04:00, carrying his loot wrapped in a blue cloth. Police have identified the suspect and are actively pursuing him to bring him to justice. Picture courtesy of TMN. -- 2024-11-17

In a harrowing incident on the evening of November 16, a gas delivery truck caught fire, causing multiple explosions and leaving the driver severely injured. At approximately 17:30, a pickup truck loaded with liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) cylinders was traveling along Saphan Mai Road near the Chonburi coastline in Makham Yong, Mueang District. Suddenly, flames erupted from the rear of the truck, followed by loud explosions as gas cylinders ignited. Police from the Mueang Chonburi Police Station, along with firefighters from the Chonburi and Bang Sai municipalities, rushed to the scene to extinguish the blaze. After 45 minutes the fire was brought under control. The aftermath revealed three ruptured gas cylinders and the pickup truck itself was almost entirely destroyed, with only the engine compartment remaining intact. The driver, whose identity has yet to be confirmed, suffered severe burns across his body and was unable to communicate. Rescue workers from the Thammarat Maneerat Foundation administered first aid before transferring the victim to Chonburi Hospital for urgent treatment. Mr. Natthaphon, 34, a rescue worker from Chachoengsao who witnessed the incident, shared his account. He was returning from a family trip to Bang Saen Beach when he saw the driver inspecting the truck, which was emitting thick smoke. “I stopped my car, activated my hazard lights, and helped block off the road. Suddenly, the fire intensified, and the gas cylinders began to explode. I recorded a video for evidence,” he said. The driver sustained serious burns during the explosions. Natthaphon immediately contacted local emergency services and firefighters for assistance. He urged stricter safety measures for vehicles transporting gas, emphasising the difficulty of controlling such fires once ignited. “This time, we were fortunate that no bystanders were injured or caught in the explosions,” he added. Authorities are waiting for the injured driver to recover before questioning him to determine the exact cause of the fire. Police have confirmed that appropriate legal actions will follow based on the investigation’s findings. Pictures and video from responders. -- 2024-11-17 ScreenRecording_11-17-2024 02-08-19_1.mp4

A chilling discovery in Wang Chan District, Rayong Province, has taken a new turn after the body of an unidentified woman was found in a palm plantation on the evening of November 15. Initially, authorities were baffled by the gruesome scene, but they have now identified the victim as 67-year-old Mrs. Wanna Kortner, mother-in-law of a prosecutor, who had been reported missing the day The victim’s body was discovered lying face down on a dirt road in the Pa Yub Nai Subdistrict plantation. She had a deep wound on her forehead, likely caused by a blunt object, and her neck showed signs of lacerations. Her ring fingers on both hands had been severed, presumably to steal her diamond rings. The body was in an early stage of rigor mortis, and the estimated time of death was six hours before its discovery. Items including glasses, a hair clip, and severed finger fragments were found near the body. Authorities initially had no leads as the victim carried no identification. Following the widespread coverage of the murder, Ms. Wannarat, the victim’s 35-year-old daughter, contacted Wang Chan Police Station after recognising the description. She confirmed that the victim was her mother, who had gone missing after attending a merit-making event in Sattahip, Chonburi Province. Mrs. Wanna had been last seen leaving a temple with friends before vanishing without a trace. Her daughter filed a missing person report at the Sattahip Police Station on the morning of November 16. Upon seeing news of the body, Ms. Wannarat contacted authorities, who sent photos of the victim for confirmation. The victim was last seen wearing valuable jewellery, including a five-baht gold necklace, a three-baht gold bracelet, and two diamond rings. These items, along with cash, are believed to have been stolen by the perpetrator. Police suspect that Mrs. Wanna was lured from Sattahip to the plantation, where she was murdered. The severed ring fingers were found near the body, suggesting the killer aimed to steal the jewellery. Preliminary investigations point to robbery as the motive, and the police are working to identify suspects. Officers have collected forensic evidence from the crime scene and are searching for any witnesses who may have seen suspicious activity in the area. Ms. Wannarat, a government official in the prosecutor’s office, and her husband, who is a prosecutor, are actively assisting the investigation. She expressed her grief and called for the harshest penalties against those responsible for her mother’s tragic death. Police are urging anyone with information about the case to come forward. The investigation continues as authorities work to track down the individual or individuals involved in this brutal crime. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-17

A construction worker was electrocuted while plugging in a water pump at an underground power line installation project in Bang Bo District, Samut Prakan. The incident occurred at 09:00 on November 16, near a construction site for an underground power line project next to the bridge by Wat Sarang Sok in Bang Bo District. Police Lieutenant Kasem Phetphimansamut, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) of Khlong Dan Police Station, received the report and coordinated with rescue volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, rescue teams found the victim, identified as Mr. Jo, a 39-year-old Myanmar national employed by a drilling subcontractor. He was unconscious after suffering severe injuries from electrocution. Rescuers moved him to the sidewalk and performed CPR for approximately 20 minutes but were unable to revive him. The victim succumbed to his injuries at the scene. A coworker, identified as Mr. Aung, stated that the team of five workers was preparing to start the day’s work. Mr. Jo had gone to plug in the water pump when he suddenly began convulsing, indicating he had been electrocuted. Suspecting an electrical short circuit, Mr. Aung quickly cut off the power and alerted their supervisor to contact authorities. Investigators collected evidence at the scene and interviewed coworkers to determine the circumstances surrounding the incident. The victim’s body was transferred to Ramathibodi Chakri Naruebodindra Hospital for an autopsy. Authorities are also working to inform the victim’s family and coordinate legal proceedings to address the tragic incident. Safety measures at the construction site are expected to be reviewed to prevent similar occurrences in the future. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-17

Father and Daughter Killed, Son Critically Injured in Pickup Truck Crash A crash occurred on Sukhumvit Road in Rayong Province, claiming the lives of a father and his teenage daughter, while his son was critically injured. The family was on their way to visit the children’s grandmother at the hospital when their white Toyota Hilux Vigo pickup truck rear-ended a trailer carrying longans. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343742-father-and-daughter-killed-son-critically-injured-in-pickup-truck-crash/

Factory in Free Zone Caught Operating Illegally After Closure Order Authorities have uncovered illegal operations at a factory in a designated free zone in Chachoengsao Province, more than a year after it was ordered to cease activities. The Ministry of Industry has pledged to pursue legal action to the fullest extent. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343741-factory-in-free-zone-caught-operating-illegally-after-closure-order/

Motorcycle Crash Leads to Fatality in Sriracha, Chonburi A crash occurred on the Nong Kham-Nong Leng Road in Sriracha, Chonburi, when a motorcycle rider lost control and crashed into a pickup truck, leading to the rider’s death. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343740-motorcycle-crash-leads-to-fatality-in-sriracha-chonburi/

Giant Python Over Four Metres Long Captured in Aranyaprathet Restaurant A massive python, stretching over four metres in length, was captured inside the Pa Nong rice porridge restaurant in the heart of Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province. The snake’s appearance caused a commotion among local residents, leading to the intervention of a team of rescue volunteers from the Aranyaprathet Rescue Foundation. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343738-giant-python-over-four-metres-long-captured-in-aranyaprathet-restaurant/

Teenager Tragically Killed in Phayao Car-Motorcycle Collision A collision occurred in Chiang Kham District, Phayao, in the early hours, when a 16-year-old boy was killed after he was hit by a car after the driver had lost control. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343736-teenager-tragically-killed-in-phayao-car-motorcycle-collision/

A fire broke out at the Thai Beverage Recycling Co., Ltd. factory in Pathum Thani late on November 15, prompting an urgent response from authorities. Over 20 fire engines were deployed to tackle the blaze, which caused significant damage to the facility but, fortunately, resulted in no injuries or fatalities. The fire was reported at approximately 22:30 at the factory located in Moo 3, Bang Khu Wat Subdistrict, Mueang District, Pathum Thani. Pol. Lt. Udomkiat Jangma, Deputy Inspector of Pathum Thani Police Station, and Pol. Col. Wiwat Assawawiboon, Superintendent of Pathum Thani Police Station, immediately coordinated efforts with firefighters from Bang Khu Wat Municipality and nearby areas. The fire engulfed a warehouse used to store both glass bottles, cardboard and paper, creating intense flames that posed a risk of spreading to surrounding areas. Firefighters worked using multiple water-lines to contain the fire and prevent further damage. After more than about two hour of intense effort, the flames were brought under control. Pol. Col. Wiwat Assawawiboon confirmed that the fire originated inside the warehouse. Fortunately, no employees were working at the time of the incident, and no injuries or fatalities were reported. Authorities have requested forensic investigators from the Police Forensic Science Center 1 to examine the site to determine the cause of the fire. Further details about the extent of the damage and potential hazards will be released following a thorough investigation. Picture from responders. -- 2024-11-17

Central Group organised the 20th annual Firefighter Challenge at Central Village in Bang Chalong, Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan. The event, held in the Zone H parking area, aimed to enhance firefighting skills, physical and mental readiness, and teamwork among the company’s own fire response teams. This year, 40 teams, each consisting of nine members, participated, totaling 360 firefighters from across the country. On November 14, Mr. Kundol Boonkrang, Senior Director of Property Management at Central Pattana Public Company Limited, presided over the opening ceremony. He highlighted the importance of the competition in refreshing firefighting knowledge, fostering camaraderie, and ensuring preparedness. The challenge tested both theoretical and practical firefighting skills through five competitive stations: 1. Physical Fitness Assessment 2. Victim Search and Rescue in Emergency Situations 3. Building Fire Suppression 4. Water Management in Firefighting 5. Theoretical Fire Safety Knowledge Test Each station was judged by facility managers, heads of Loss Prevention, and senior firefighter representatives from various Central branches, with fire safety consultants serving as final arbiters. The team with the highest combined score across all stations was declared the winner. Mr. Kundol noted that Central Pattana operates one of the largest private firefighting teams in Thailand, with over 1,000 members nationwide. The annual challenge not only serves as a training and evaluation exercise but also brings representatives from different branches together to exchange experiences and best practices. “This event allows us to ensure our firefighters remain skilled and ready for emergencies,” said Mr. Kundol. “It also fosters connections among team members scattered across the country and provides an opportunity to identify areas for improvement. Our firefighters don’t only protect our shopping centers but also assist in community emergencies, including flood response and other crises.” The Firefighter Challenge continues to strengthen the efficiency, skill, and teamwork of Central Pattana’s fire safety teams, ensuring they are prepared to respond effectively to any emergency. Picture courtesy of Central Group -- 2024-11-17

Thailand Considers Law Revisions to Attract Foreign Real Estate Investment Picture courtesy Kapook. Thailand is actively considering changes to its real estate laws to encourage foreign investment, as outlined by Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1343708-thailand-considers-law-revisions-to-attract-foreign-real-estate-investment/

In a high-profile operation, law enforcement officers, including a special commando unit, arrested the mayor of a subdistrict administrative organisation (SAO) and his associates on charges of large-scale fraud amounting to hundreds of millions of baht. On the morning of November 16, Pol. Col. Somboon Siraeng, Superintendent of Nakhon Thai Police Station, Phitsanulok Province, led the raid in coordination with investigators from Phitsanulok province and a commando unit from the Central Investigation Bureau. Nearly 100 officers launched “Operation Dawn at Nabua” at the Nakhon Thai Police Station before dispersing teams armed with 16 court-issued warrants for search and arrest. The primary target was the residence of the alleged ringleader, identified in warrant No. 414/67 issued on November 15 by the Nakhon Thai Provincial Court. The operation also targeted 15 other suspects located in the same area. The suspects, including the village chief who chaired a local community bank, face charges of fraud and illegal borrowing schemes. Investigators revealed that this case is one of eight similar investigations involving 700 victims and a financial loss of 107 million baht. Combined with the other cases, the total damages exceed 400 million baht. The operation began at dawn, with officers converging on Nabua Village, Nakhon Thai District, where all suspects resided. The primary focus was the home of Mr. Somsak Chandi, the village bank’s president and the SAO mayor of Nabua. When officers arrived, they called for Mr. Somsak, who emerged in pajamas looking visibly startled. After officers presented the search and arrest warrants, Mr. Somsak reportedly froze momentarily before reacting angrily. He accused the superintendent of unfair targeting, claiming his home had been searched three times. Meanwhile, his visibly upset daughter argued with both the media and police present at the scene. Despite initial resistance, Mr. Somsak eventually changed into formal attire and complied, accompanying officers in an unmarked police vehicle to Nakhon Thai Police Station for further questioning. This raid marks a significant step in the crackdown on financial fraud affecting rural communities, with authorities pledging to pursue justice for all victims. Picture courtesy of Matichon. -- 2024-11-17