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19-Year-Old Arrested for Wielding Knife and Causing Chaos on Expressway Bus Police arrested a 19-year-old man after he caused a disturbance on a public bus traveling on the Si Rat Expressway. A search of his belongings revealed two more knives and drug paraphernalia. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1339404-19-year-old-arrested-for-wielding-knife-and-causing-chaos-on-expressway-bus/

A fire broke out at 15.30 on September 29, in the candle storage facility of Wat Chaeng, located in Nai Mueang Subdistrict, Mueang District, Ubon Ratchathani Province. Fire trucks from Ubon Ratchathani City Municipality were dispatched to the scene to control the blaze. The fire engulfed the large storage facility, which housed intricately molded candles used for the Buddhist Lent Candle Festival. Firefighters worked quickly to extinguish the flames, taking about 60 minutes to bring the fire under control. The fire was prevented from spreading or damaging any of the near neighbouring buildings, but unfortunately, all the stored candles were completely destroyed, leaving only parts of the steel frames of the collapsed building structure According to a resident monk, prior to the fire, the temple had hired workers to dismantle the large molded candles to store them for next year’s candle festival competition. While workers were using an electric grinder to remove parts of the candle’s structure, sparks ignited the fire, causing it to spread rapidly. The intense heat melted the candles beyond recovery. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident. However, the estimated damage to the building and candles is over 1 million baht. Pictures and videos from responders. -- 2024-09-30 RPReplay_Final1727612358.mp4

Fire Destroys Storage Facility at Wat Chaeng, Ubon Ratchathani A fire broke out on September 29, in the candle storage facility of Wat Chaeng, located in Nai Mueang Subdistrict, Ratchathani Province. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339402-fire-destroys-storage-facility-at-wat-chaeng-ubon-ratchathani/

Family Heartbroken as Teen Found Murdered After 5 Days Missing Police were alerted to the discovery of a lifeless body found floating in an abandoned pond in Songkhla province. 15 year old arrested for being involved involved in the murder. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339401-family-heartbroken-as-teen-found-murdered-after-5-days-missing/

Police were alerted at around 10.00 on September 29, to the discovery of a lifeless body found floating in an abandoned pond in Ban Thon Mai Phai, Moo 4, Klong Hoi Khong, Songkhla province. The scene, located in a remote thicket not far from the local village. Investigators from the Klong Hoi Khong Police Station, along with officers from the Songkhla Provincial Investigation Unit, forensic specialists, and rescue teams from the Mittraphap Samakkhi Foundation of Hat Yai, arrived to inspect the area. The deceased, identified as 15-year-old Kanawat, also known as "Fang," a M3 student at Wat Pho School, was found wearing his school uniform. Initial assessments suggest that Fang had been dead for approximately five days. His body bore signs of assault, including rope marks around his neck and bruises on his torso, suggesting he had been strangled and beaten. No evidence of a struggle was found at the scene, leading police to believe that the teenager may have been killed elsewhere and dumped at the pond. Family members reported that Fang had gone missing on the evening of Tuesday, September 24, along with his black Honda Wave motorcycle and his mobile phone. Desperate to find him, relatives had taken to social media to appeal for information. Tragically, early this morning, a local resident foraging for mushrooms discovered Fang’s body in the abandoned pond. Fang’s remains were taken to Songklanagarind Hospital for a more thorough autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. Speaking to police, Fang’s older sister, Ms. Fern, recalled that her brother disappeared after school on September 24. He had reportedly dropped off two friends at their homes and mentioned that he was going to take a ride near Ban Muang Khom, Kuan Lang sub-district. After that, no one heard from him again. Normally, Fang would drive his motorcycle to drop his mother off at work each morning and pick her up after school, but that day he failed to do so and vanished. Fang’s grandfathers, Ta Teng and Ta Toi, also revealed that they had tried to call him in the days following his disappearance. Initially, their calls connected, but they were immediately blocked each time. After two days, they could no longer reach him at all. His friends reported no conflicts or altercations in the days leading up to his disappearance. Police were investigating the possibility of robbery, as both Fang’s motorcycle and phone are missing. Another angle being explored is whether he may have had a personal conflict or encountered a dangerous situation that led to his tragic death. Officers after reviewing any CCTV footage from near the area and interviewing Fang’s friends, on the afternoon of September 29 were able to arrest one suspect involved in the murder. The suspect, 15-year-old Boonmee, a friend of the victim. CCTV footage from near a convenience store close to the crime scene captured an image on September 24 at 15:22, showing Boonmee riding a black Honda Wave motorcycle, which belonged to Nong Fang. After knocking him unconscious during a fight, Boonmee is reported to have rode the motorcycle to pick up his girlfriend before giving her a lift back. Boonmee then returned with his girlfriend to the crime scene to check if Nong Fang had regained consciousness. Upon arrival, they found he was still unconscious. Boonmee then used a rope he had brought with him to strangle Nong Fang to death, dragged him into the water and fled on the stolen motorcycle. Picture from responders. -- 2024-09-30

A major road collapse occurred in Phayao Province on September 29, prompting urgent warnings for motorists traveling through the affected area. Residents described hearing a loud noise just before the ground gave way, and they rushed to stop vehicles from crossing the hazardous section. Witnesses report that traffic had been flowing steadily in the hours before the incident, with cars regularly using the route. It is believed that the cracks, which had already begun to appear between 08:00 and 09:00, worsened as vehicles continued to drive over the road, eventually causing the surface to give way. Footage from a car’s dashcam has surfaced, showing a vehicle narrowly escaping the road collapse. The video shows the car driving over the road moments before it collapsed. Long cracks had already formed along the surface before the road gave way. The collapse happened on Phahon Yothin Road, the Nakhon Sawan-Chiang Rai route, just six kilometers from Phayao University.. The area borders Ban Chon Daen in Ngao District, Lampang, and Ban Mae Ka Tha Kham, Mae Ka Subdistrict. The road sank to a depth of 10 metres and stretched about 100 meteres long. Residents immediately notified local authorities, including the Phayao Department of Highways, the Luecha Foundation, and Mae Ka Highway Police. The authorities quickly closed the collapsed section of the road and diverted traffic to a single opposite lane. Motorists are being urged to exercise extreme caution while traveling through this area, as repairs are expected to take several days. The collapse is believed to have been caused by heavy rains over the past two months, which saturated the soil and caused the road to give way. Dashcam and drone footage below. -- 2024-09-29 RPReplay_Final1727603736.mp4

Close Call: Footage Captures Car Passing Over Collapsing Road in Phayao A major road collapse occurred in Phayao Province prompting urgent warnings for motorists traveling through the affected area. Residents described hearing a loud noise just before the ground gave way, and they rushed to stop vehicles from crossing the hazardous section. Footage from a car’s dashcam has surfaced, showing a vehicle narrowly escaping the road collapse. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339382-close-call-footage-captures-car-passing-over-collapsing-road-in-phayao/

The incident occurred at approximately 12.40 on September 29, when a cement truck overturned and fell into a pit at a construction site in the Khotonod area, Soi 1, Cherngtalay Subdistrict, Thalang District, Phuket. Emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a driver trapped inside the vehicle. Witnesses reported that the fully loaded truck was trying to manoeuvre into position when the wet, muddy ground collapsed and fell away under it. The truck was rolled on its side and fell and came to rest on top of an open concrete lined shaft. The cab of the the truck was crushed by the fall and the driver was trapped and pinned by the roof in his seat. Rescue teams, including the Kusoldharm Foundation, deployed hydraulic cutting tools to extract the victim, working in hazardous, sliipery and muddy conditions and the truck rest over the open space. Unfortunately, the driver, a male, was found deceased when released from the truck. His body was transported to Thalang Hospital. The cause of the accident is under investigation, and further updates are expected as authorities review the incident at the construction site. -- 2024-09-29

Cement Truck Driver Killed in Construction Site Accident in Phuket A cement truck overturned and fell into a pit at a construction site in the Khotonod area of Phuket. Emergency services rushed to the scene after receiving reports of a driver trapped inside the vehicle. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339381-cement-truck-driver-killed-in-construction-site-accident-in-phuket/

A 74-year-old man was arrested after fatally attacking his wife’s former lover during a drunken gathering in Bueng Kan Province. The suspect, identified as Mr. Udorn (surname withheld), allegedly killed Mr. Lampong (surname withheld), 62, after the latter made unwanted advances toward Udorn’s wife, Ms. Nongyao (surname withheld), 44, during a drinking session. On the evening of September 28, local police from Seka District, led by Pol. Capt. Wisut Ngathirach, responded to reports of a homicide in a small shack near a pond, where they discovered Mr. Lampong's body. He had sustained severe head injuries from multiple blows with a hammer and deep cuts from a machete. Investigators estimate the time of death to be around five hours prior to their arrival. Mr. Udorn admitted to the crime, explaining that he had withdrawn the government 10,000 baht the previous day and purchased alcohol to drink with his wife. During the gathering, Mr. Lampong, a former lover of Ms. Nongyao, joined them and allegedly became intoxicated. He began making inappropriate advances toward the suspect’s wife, despite warnings from Mr. Udorn to stop. Angered by the continued harassment, Mr. Udorn grabbed a hammer and struck Mr. Lampong multiple times in the head, causing him to collapse. Still furious, Mr. Udorn used a machete to deliver further blows, killing Mr. Lampong. After the attack, the couple continued drinking near the body before deciding to walk to the police station to surrender. Police arrested the suspect and his wife as they were making their way to the station. Mr. Udorn was still carrying the hammer and machete used in the murder. His clothing was soaked in blood. Ms. Nongyao supported her husband’s account, stating that Mr. Lampong had crossed the line by attempting to assault her while intoxicated, prompting her husband’s violent reaction. Both Mr. Udorn and Ms. Nongyao are now in police custody, awaiting further legal action. Picture courtesy of Khaosod. -- 2024-09-29

Elderly Man Kills Wife’s Former Lover in Drunken Rage Over Advances A 74-year-old man was arrested after fatally attacking his wife’s former lover during a drunken gathering, after withdrawing his 10000 baht, in Bueng Kan Province. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339353-elderly-man-kills-wife’s-former-lover-in-drunken-rage-over-advances/

Found this memorial online this morning, how many members encountered him? “A beloved figure in the local community, affectionately known as "Uncle Doraemon," has passed away after battling a chronic illness. For over 15 years, he dedicated his time to voluntarily directing traffic during rush hours at Soi Nern Plub Wan, Pattaya, earning the admiration and respect of residents and commuters alike. He got his nickname for previously wearing a signature Doraemon costume while performing his duties, Uncle Doraemon became a symbol of kindness and selflessness, helping alleviate traffic congestion at a busy junction.His unwavering commitment, even in harsh weather conditions, brought smiles to many and provided a sense of order and safety.” -- 2024-09-29

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In the early hours of September 29, an incident occurred in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok, when a pick-up truck fell from an unfinished bridge on the On Nut-Lat Krabang Road, near the Tid Lom restaurant. Emergency responders were immediately dispatched to the scene. Three people were injured in the incident: a man and two women, identified as a mother and daughter. The injured were swiftly taken to Chularat 9 Hospital for treatment. The condition of the victims has not yet been released, but all are reported to have survived the fall. Multiple rescue units were involved in the response and the rescue efforts were coordinated by Chorakhe Noi Police Station. Local police from the Chorakhe Noi station are now handling the case and investigating the circumstances of the accident, including how the pick-up truck came to fall from the unfinished structure. Picture from responders. -- 2024-09-29

Pick-up Truck Falls from Unfinished Bridge in Lat Krabang: Three Injured In the early hours of September 29, an incident occurred in the Lat Krabang district of Bangkok, when a pick-up truck fell from an unfinished bridge on the On Nut-Lat Krabang Road, near the Tid Lom restaurant. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339339-pick-up-truck-falls-from-unfinished-bridge-in-lat-krabang-three-injured/

Body of Missing Man Found After Five Days of Searching in Chaiyaphum After five days of extensive searching, the body of a missing man has been located near the Ku Dong dam in Bung Khla subdistrict, Muang district, Chaiyaphum. The man, a local resident, disappeared on September 24, after reportedly falling into a drainage pipe. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339338-body-of-missing-man-found-after-five-days-of-searching-in-chaiyaphum/

After five days of extensive searching, the body of a missing man has been located near the Ku Dong dam in Bung Khla subdistrict, Muang district, Chaiyaphum. The man, a local resident, disappeared on September 24, after reportedly falling into a drainage pipe. Search teams, equipped with a evacuator for weed removal, scoured the area extensively, covering a radius of over 8 kilometres from the point of disappearance. Efforts were focused around the dam area, where volunteers and officials worked tirelessly to locate the missing individual. The body was discovered by search teams on September 28, approximately eight kilometres from the initial site where the man was last seen. Authorities were promptly notified to conduct an investigation and autopsy before the body was prepared for religious rites. Community members expressed their relief at the discovery, mourning the loss while also thanking the volunteers and search teams for their relentless efforts in the challenging task. Picture from responders. -- 2024-09-29

A man recently shared a harrowing experience on TikTok, after being bitten by a snake during a nighttime hike in the mountains, sparking widespread debate online. The man, identified as TikTok user @arunsrisuwan512, posted a video describing his ordeal after being bitten by a venomous green pit viper while searching for fish in the Banthat mountain range, Phatthalung. The video, which he called his "final clip from the trip," shows him using traditional survival methods passed down through his family to address the snake bite. The man explained that the snake bit him on his foot, causing immediate swelling. In response, he tied a vine-like plant above the bite and applied herbal remedies to the area. He also took painkillers to alleviate joint and leg pain, with the goal of making it down the mountain and getting to a hospital. In the clip, the man describes his injury: “The snake bit me on the back of my foot. The inner sole hasn’t swollen yet, but the outer side has. I used an herbal vine to tie around my ankle, applied some green oil, and took painkillers to reduce the pain. I just need to walk home first, then I’ll head to the hospital.” He recounted that the incident occurred after he had finished setting up fishing traps and was preparing for the next activity when the snake struck. He was later treated at the hospital for seven days before being discharged to recover at home. Once the video went viral, many netizens voiced their concerns, with some warning against his use of a tight vine around the ankle, a traditional remedy for snake bites. Commenters advised that this method can worsen the injury, increasing the risk of severe tissue damage. Several users suggested immobilising the bitten area instead of tying it off to prevent further harm. One commenter shared a personal story: “Tying the area is outdated and dangerous knowledge. My younger sibling was once bitten by a cobra. What made it worse was the necrosis caused by tying the leg, leading to surgery to remove dead tissue and replace it with healthy tissue from the thigh. It was a painful experience, especially for a five-year-old child.” The man who posted the video is known to be a descendant of a family of traditional healers, specializing in snake bite treatments passed down through generations. His grandmother is the fourth-generation practitioner, and it appears that the fifth generation of this knowledge will be inherited by him. Picture taken from TikTok video below. -- 2024-09-29

Man Bitten by Snake During Night Hike, Uses Folk Medicine to Survive A man recently shared a harrowing experience on TikTok, after being bitten by a snake during a nighttime hike in the mountains, sparking widespread debate online. The man posted a video describing his ordeal after being bitten by a venomous green pit viper while searching for fish in the Banthat mountain range. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339337-man-bitten-by-snake-during-night-hike-uses-folk-medicine-to-survive/

A 63-year-old woman, Khunlin Jokklad, urgently reported to police on September 28, that her 70-year-old sister, Amphon Jokklad, has been abducted from a local hospital in Pathum Thani, by a mysterious man. The incident occurred on the evening of September 27, prompting her to file a complaint at the Pratunam Chulalongkorn Police Station. According to Khunlin, she brought her sister to the Pathumthani Hospital on September 23 for treatment of food aspiration and paralysis, along with memory issues. On September 27, hospital staff informed her that Amphon was ready to be discharged. Due to her own struggles with depression and age-related limitations, Khunlin requested that her sister's three children come to take her home. However, when Khunlin visited the hospital the following morning with care packages for Amphon, she discovered that her sister had already been taken away by someone claiming to be her son. Alarmed, Khunlin contacted her sister’s relatives and learned that no one had come to pick her up. Upon reviewing the hospital's surveillance footage, it was revealed that a man, who did not resemble any family member, had taken Amphon in a taxi, raising concerns for her safety. The footage shows a man with dark skin and a shaved head lifting Amphon into a taxi before driving away. Khunlin expressed her disbelief that hospital staff would allow her sister to leave with someone who was not family, considering she had been the one to bring Amphon in for care. “I’m extremely worried. My sister is elderly and has multiple health issues. I urge the authorities to help bring her back,” Khunlin pleaded. In response, Pol. Lt. Col. Wichaya Phankham, head of the police station’s investigation unit, has initiated an inquiry and is coordinating with the hospital to review the footage and locate the taxi driver who picked up Amphon. They aim to trace the unidentified man and ensure the safe return of the elderly woman. Picture of sister talking to reporters. -- 2024-09-29

Elderly Woman Abducted from Hospital: Sister Appeals for Help A 63-year-old woman, urgently reported to police that her 70-year-old sister, Amphon Jokklad, has been abducted from a local hospital in Pathum Thani, by a mysterious man. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339336-elderly-woman-abducted-from-hospital-sister-appeals-for-help/

In a commendable act, two officers from Ratchaburi Provincial Police Station were lauded for their swift action in saving a young woman attempting to jump off the Chulalongkorn Railway Bridge. The incident, which occurred on September 27, exemplified the dedication of the Royal Thai Police to protecting and serving the public. Pol. Lt. Gen. Prachuap Wongsuk, Assistant Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police and acting Deputy Commissioner-General, expressed his admiration for the two officers, Pol. Sub-Lt. Wichian Maneevihek and Pol. Sub-Lt. Suphot Udomsuk, for their professionalism and bravery. The officers responded quickly after a call to the 191 emergency hotline reported a woman sitting on the edge of the Chulalongkorn Railway Bridge, crying and appearing ready to jump into the Mae Klong River. The woman, who had parked her motorcycle near the bridge, was in visible distress when the officers arrived. Using calm negotiation tactics, the officers engaged her in conversation to de-escalate the situation. After a tense period of dialogue, they successfully pulled her to safety and provided emotional support. She was later taken to the hospital for evaluation before being safely escorted back to her home in Chom Bueng district. Upon investigation, it was revealed that the woman was suffering from depression and several chronic illnesses. Financial pressures, including medical costs that her family had been helping with, had caused her to feel like a burden. In a moment of despair, she attempted to end her life but was saved in time by the officers’ quick response. Pol. Lt. Gen. Prachuap praised the two officers for embodying the principles of the Royal Thai Police, stating, "Their rapid response and dedication to saving this woman's life is a shining example of what it means to be a protector of peace." He also extended his gratitude to the foundation staff and civilians who played a role in alerting authorities and aiding in the rescue. Picture from responders. -- 2024-09-29

Senior Police Official Praises Two Officers for Saving Woman in Suicide Attempt In a commendable act, two officers from Ratchaburi Provincial Police Station were lauded for their swift action in saving a young woman attempting to jump off the Chulalongkorn Railway Bridge. The incident, which occurred on September 27, exemplified the dedication of the Royal Thai Police to protecting and serving the public. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339335-senior-police-official-praises-two-officers-for-saving-woman-in-suicide-attempt/

Death of Woman After Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Vehicle: Chachoengsao Police Lieutenant Rewat Abdin, Deputy Inspector of Bang Nam Priao Police Station, responded to an incident on September 27, involving the death of a woman due to carbon monoxide poisoning inside a vehicle. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1339334-death-of-woman-after-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-in-vehicle-chachoengsao/

Police Lieutenant Rewat Abdin, Deputy Inspector of Bang Nam Priao Police Station, responded to an incident on September 27, involving the death of a woman due to carbon monoxide poisoning inside a vehicle. The woman, identified as 38-year-old Ms. Phaknan Bamrungphuet from Prachinburi, was discovered unconscious in her Ford Ranger parked along a road near Wat Bang Sai in Chachoengsao. Despite efforts to resuscitate her, she passed away after being rushed to Bang Nam Priao Hospital. The scene revealed the woman’s pickup truck parked by the roadside with a charcoal stove found overturned beside it. People pulled her body from the vehicle and attempted CPR before taking her to the hospital. Her safety shoes were also found nearby. A local resident, Mr. Kit Phokin, 46, a former village headman, was the first to attempt CPR. He stated that he had noticed the truck parked with its window rolled down earlier in the afternoon and assumed the driver was making a phone call. When he returned in the evening, the vehicle was still there. A local resident alerted him that someone was unconscious in the car. He immediately assisted in pulling Ms. Phaknan from the vehicle but noted that she showed no signs of life. According to initial police investigations, Ms. Phaknan had left Prachinburi earlier that day and contacted her relatives before sharing her location. By the time they arrived, however, it was too late. Investigators suspect that her death was linked to a dispute with her partner, though other potential factors, such as financial or health issues, have not been ruled out. Authorities will conduct further inquiries with her family to clarify the circumstances surrounding her tragic death. 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. -- 2024-09-29