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Bangkok: Fire Engulfs Bus Depot, Spreads to Workers’ Quarters A lucky escape unfolded in the early hours of the morning, as a fire broke out at a bus repair depot in Soi Suksawat 30, Rat Burana District, Bangkok. The blaze spread rapidly to workers’ quarters and electrical poles, causing a transformer to explode. Full Story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344895-bangkok-fire-engulfs-bus-depot-spreads-to-workers’-quarters/

Picture from responders. A lucky escape unfolded in the early hours of the morning of November 29, as a fire broke out at a bus repair depot in Soi Suksawat 30, Rat Burana District, Bangkok. The blaze spread rapidly to workers’ quarters and electrical poles, causing a transformer to explode. At approximately 04:00, Pol. Lt. Narasak Wongprotha, an investigator from Rat Burana Police Station, received a report of the fire. Firefighters, rescue teams, and volunteers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation were dispatched to the scene immediately. The fire originated in a pile of bus tyres at the depot and quickly spread to nearby electrical poles, resulting in a transformer explosion. Sparks from the explosion ignited the workers’ living quarters. Burmese workers residing in the quarters were forced to flee for their lives, with some sustaining minor injuries from jumping to escape and smoke inhalation. Firefighters battled the blaze for over an hour before successfully bringing it under control. Fortunately, no fatalities were reported. One of the workers, 43-year-old Min Jo Thay, recounted the incident. “I was resting in my room when I heard the transformer explode. Sparks flew over the whole area and the fire spread rapidly. I panicked and couldn’t grab any belongings. I had to jump from my second-floor room to escape, injuring myself in the process.” Authorities have cordoned off the area and will do a thorough investigation by forensic experts to determine the exact cause of the fire. -- 2024-11-29

BREAKING Three dead, dozens injured as steel beams collapse on Rama II Road An incident occurred at approximately 04.15 on November 29, when a construction structure at a site collapsed on Rama 2 Road, outbound direction, near Mahachai Mueang Mai Market in Samut Sakhon province. Emergency responders are conducting rescue operations and assessing the situation. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344888-collapse-on-rama-2-road-causes-fatalities-injuries-and-missing-persons/

Pictures from responders. An incident occurred at approximately 04.15 on November 29, when a construction structure at a site collapsed on Rama 2 Road, outbound direction, near Mahachai Mueang Mai Market in Samut Sakhon province. Emergency responders are conducting rescue operations and assessing the situation. Initial reports confirm multiple casualties, with three fatalities, over a dozen injured, and two to three individuals still missing. The collapse happened in the main traffic lanes near Siam Nissan Samut Sakhon, Mahachai Mueang Mai Branch, in Khok Krabue subdistrict, Mueang district. Authorities from the Mueang Samut Sakhon Police Station are leading the investigation. Details of the incident, including the cause of the collapse, remain under review. This event has prompted a swift response from rescue teams and law enforcement as they work to recover the missing and assist the injured. -- 2024-11-29

Bus Catches Fire in Ang Thong, No Injuries Reported A bus which was not carrying any passengers and traveling from Chiang Mai to Chonburi caught fire on the Asia Highway near kilometre marker 50, under the Ang Thong overpass in Ban It Subdistrict, Mueang District, Ang Tong. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344887-bus-catches-fire-in-ang-thong-no-injuries-reported/

Picture from responders At approximately 18:30 on November 29, a bus which was not carrying any passengers and traveling from Chiang Mai to Chonburi caught fire on the Asia Highway near kilometre marker 50, under the Ang Thong overpass in Ban It Subdistrict, Mueang District, Ang Tong. The driver, Mr. Narongsri Utchan, 39, explained that he was driving the bus to Chonburi to pick up military cadet students for a sea training session in Chonburi and at the military prep school in Nakhon Nayok. As the bus approached kilometre 50, he noticed a burning smell and smoke filling up the inside the vehicle. He immediately pulled over to investigate and found smoke and flames coming from the rear air conditioning ducts. The fire quickly spread to the seats below, as burning material dripped down. Quick-thinking passing drivers stopped and helped to contain the blaze using fire extinguishers. Firefighters from the Ban It Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, along with rescue teams from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation and Ang Thong Rescue Association, arrived promptly. They successfully fully extinguished the fire before it could spread further or cause serious damage. The rear interior of the bus was damaged by heat and flames, with the several windows shattering. The whole inside was covered in a layer of soot and smoke residue.The engine and fuel system were not damaged or effected by the fire. No injuries were reported, and the cause of the fire is under investigation by authorities. -- 2024-11-29

Myanmar National Sought After Slashing Thai Woman's Throat in Pattaya Authorities are urgently searching for a suspect, believed to be a Myanmar national, who fled after attacking a Thai woman and leaving her with a severe neck injury. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344886-myanmar-national-sought-after-slashing-thai-womans-throat-in-pattaya/

Picture from responders. Authorities are urgently searching for a suspect, believed to be a Myanmar national, who fled after attacking a Thai woman and leaving her with a severe neck injury. The incident occurred at 16:05 on November 28 at a residential building on Soi Welcome in Jomtien, Pattaya, Nong Prue. Pol. Lt. Phuttharak Sonkamhan, Deputy Inspector of the Pattaya City Police Station, received the report and dispatched police officers and rescue personnel from Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Foundation to the scene. Police cordoned off Room 43 on the 4th floor of the building to prevent unauthorised access. The victim, a Thai woman aged between 30 and 40, sustained a deep slash wound to her neck and was covered in blood. Rescue teams had already transported her to the hospital for emergency treatment, by the time police arrived. The attacker fled the scene before authorities arrived. Nearby residents reported hearing the victim's cries for help but were unaware of the exact nature of the incident. They also noticed a man, described as a foreigner, running out of the building. This prompted them to contact the police, who quickly responded to assist the injured woman. Pol. Lt. Phuttharak Sonkamhan inspected the crime scene and coordinated with an investigative team to track down the suspect. The cause of the attack remains unknown, and police are awaiting the victim's recovery to obtain her statement and gather more information to proceed with the case. Authorities continue to investigate and search for the suspect, while the victim remains in a critical condition. -- 2024-11-29

Welder Severely Injured After High-Voltage Electric Shock in Nakhon Sawan A construction worker sustained critical injuries after being shocked by a high-voltage power line while working on a rooftop in Nakhon Sawan’s municipal area. The incident occurred in front of the “Monte” optical shop on Sawankhalok Road. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344885-welder-severely-injured-after-high-voltage-electric-shock-in-nakhon-sawan/

Picture from responders. A construction worker sustained critical injuries after being shocked by a high-voltage power line while working on a rooftop in Nakhon Sawan’s municipal area. The incident occurred around 15:30, in front of the “Monte” optical shop on Sawankhalok Road. Pol. Lt. Kiattisak Chaikaew of the Nakhon Sawan Police Station responded to the scene, where Provincial Electricity Authority (PEA) personnel were already working to cut power to the lines. Rescue teams used a bucket truck to retrieve the victim, identified as Mr. Panumas Khotsuwan, a contracted construction worker. He was found lying on the power lines in a critical condition, with severe burn injuries caused by the electric shock. Rescue teams took approximately 15 minutes to safely remove him from the power lines and transport to Sawanpracharak Hospital for immediate medical treatment. According to the victim’s younger brother who was working alongside him, they were part of a team of four workers hired to extend the rooftop and install a steel frame to support an advertising sign on the commercial building. Mr. Panumas, a welder, secured himself with a safety harness attached to a power pole to prevent falls while working near the edge of the rooftop. While walking along the edge of the roof with his welding rod in hand, the rod accidentally made contact with a high-voltage power line, resulting in the electric shock that throw him onto the wires and left him severely burned. Preliminary investigations revealed that the owner of the optical shop had hired the workers for the rooftop renovation and signage installation. Authorities plan to summon the building owner and other workers for questioning to determine the exact circumstances leading to the accident. Mr. Panumas remains in critical condition, reportedly in a coma. The investigation is ongoing to establish liability and prevent similar incidents in the future. -- 2024-11-29

Pattaya Police Raid Homes, Arrest 17 Chinese Nationals Linked to Cross-Border Loan Sharks Pattaya police arrested 17 Chinese nationals allegedly operating as administrators for a major illegal loan shark syndicate targeting thousands of victims in China. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344884-pattaya-police-raid-homes-arrest-17-chinese-nationals-linked-to-cross-border-loan-sharks/

Picture from the raid. Pattaya police, on November 28, arrested 17 Chinese nationals allegedly operating as administrators for a major illegal loan shark syndicate targeting thousands of victims in China. Acting on a warrant issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court, police raided two homes in the Pratumnak area of South Pattaya, Chonburi Province, which had been rented as operational bases. The suspects are accused of managing illegal loans and debt collection on behalf of the syndicate, with evidence revealing a cash flow of approximately 135 million baht. Each administrator reportedly earned monthly salaries of several hundred thousand baht, excluding commissions based on the amount of loans disbursed and debts recovered. Police are intensively questioning the suspects and investigating further connections to the transnational loan shark network. Pol. Lt. Gen. Yingyos Thepchamnong, Acting Commissioner of Region 2, is scheduled to hold a press conference to provide more details on the operation, which is part of an ongoing crackdown on criminal networks exploiting the region. -- 2024-11-29

Man Found Dead with Head Wounds & Body Covered in Banana Leaves in Don Mueang Police in Don Mueang are investigating the mysterious death of an unidentified man, whose body was discovered covered with banana leaves along the side of a road near Khamphaeng Phet 6 Road. The gruesome discovery was made near the flats of the Airports Authority of Thailand in Don Mueang district. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344883-man-found-dead-with-head-wounds-body-covered-in-banana-leaves-in-don-mueang/

Picture from responders. Police in Don Mueang are investigating the mysterious death of an unidentified man, whose body was discovered covered with banana leaves along the side of a road near Khamphaeng Phet 6 Road. The gruesome discovery was made on the afternoon of November 28 near the flats of the Airports Authority of Thailand in Don Mueang district. Pol. Lt. Col. Thawisak Boonsit of Don Mueang Police Station received the report and, along with senior officers and forensic experts, arrived at the scene to conduct a thorough investigation. The body was found at the base of a Red Line railway column, labeled 304 AL, in a grassy area about one metre below road level. Items discovered nearby included a blue football jersey, a gray T-shirt, and a black shoulder bag, all stained with blood. A concrete block bearing bloodstains was also found hidden between columns, suspected to be the weapon used in the attack. The deceased, a dark-complexioned, heavyset male, was wearing a blue T-shirt and blue shorts. The victim’s forehead bore a severe wound, consistent with being struck by a blunt object. His body was covered with three banana leaves, likely taken from a nearby banana tree approximately 50 metres away. Mr. Banjong, 57, the first person to find the body, recounted that he was walking from Yaowarat to catch a bus home to Yasothon around 14.00. As he passed the railway columns, he noticed flies swarming around a cluster of banana leaves. Suspecting something unusual, he saw the tip of a human foot sticking out and immediately sought help. He encountered another passerby, Mr. Songdej, 45, and together they confirmed the body before reporting it to Don Mueang Police Station. Pol. Col. Surapong Thamphithak, Deputy Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 2, stated that the identity of the victim is still unknown, as no identification documents were found. Preliminary forensic evidence points to head trauma as the cause of death, and investigators have collected potential evidence, including the suspected murder weapon, for further analysis. Authorities are also reviewing CCTV footage from the area and interviewing witnesses to piece together the events leading up to the murder. -- 2024-11-29

Fatal Crash: Pickup Truck Collides with Motorcycle & Electric Tricycle in Amnat Charoen A crash occurred on Chayangkun Road near Ban Non Nam Thaeng School in Mueang District, Amnat Charoen Province. The collision involved a blue Mazda pickup truck, a motorcycle, and an electric tricycle, resulting in three injuries and two fatalities. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344881-fatal-crash-pickup-truck-collides-with-motorcycle-electric-tricycle-in-amnat-charoen/

Pictures from responders. A crash occurred on November 28, at approximately 06:50, on Chayangkun Road near Ban Non Nam Thaeng School in Mueang District, Amnat Charoen Province. The collision involved a blue Mazda pickup truck, a motorcycle, and an electric tricycle, resulting in three injuries and two fatalities. The injured victims were identified as: • Mr. Chinnakorn Sopamas, 41, the driver of the pickup truck, residing in Na Chik Subdistrict, Mueang District, Amnat Charoen. • Miss Parinyakorn Wongsawaek, 11, a passenger in the truck and a resident of the same subdistrict. • Master Phupha Sopamas, 10, also a passenger in the truck and from Na Chik Subdistrict. Emergency responders from the Non Nam Thaeng and Phet Kasem rescue teams worked swiftly to free the injured individuals trapped inside the overturned pickup truck. They were transported to Amnat Charoen Hospital for medical treatment, where their conditions are reported as stable. Tragically, two individuals were pronounced dead at the scene: • Mr. Heng Kanyamasa, 77, a resident of Non Nam Thaeng Subdistrict, Mueang District. He was driving an electric tricycle when the crash occurred. • Ms. Orawan Promnam, 22, from Kai Kham Subdistrict, Mueang District, who was riding a yellow motorcycle at the time of the collision. Witnesses at the scene reported that the pickup truck driver lost control, possibly due to excessive speed, veering off course, overturned and colliding with a concrete, trapping its three occupants inside. As the truck rolled, it struck the motorcycle and electric tricycle traveling along the road, violently throwing both riders and their vehicles onto the grassy verge beside the road. Rescuers performed CPR on Mr. Heng and Ms. Orawan, but their injuries were too severe, and both were pronounced dead on the spot. Local authorities have launched an investigation to determine the exact cause of the crash. Preliminary reports suggest speed and possible driver error as contributing factors, though further analysis will confirm the details. -- 2024-11-29

Flash Floods Hit Khok Pho: Soldiers Evacuate 500 Students Stranded in School Continuous heavy rainfall in Pattani Province caused flash floods in several areas, with Khok Pho District among the hardest hit. Roads were submerged, and water from nearby mountains inundated homes, forcing residents to evacuate and secure their belongings in safer locations. The floods severely impacted Piriyanawin School, located in Ban Khlong Hin Witthaya, Pak Lo Subdistrict, Khok Pho District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344879-flash-floods-hit-khok-pho-soldiers-evacuate-500-students-stranded-in-school/

Picture from responders. Continuous heavy rainfall in Pattani Province caused flash floods in several areas, with Khok Pho District among the hardest hit. Roads were submerged, and water from nearby mountains inundated homes, forcing residents to evacuate and secure their belongings in safer locations. The floods severely impacted Piriyanawin School, located in Ban Khlong Hin Witthaya, Pak Lo Subdistrict, Khok Pho District. Torrential water swept into the school late afternoon, leaving over 500 students stranded as floodwaters rose to a height of 1 metre, making it impossible for them to leave . In response, Colonel Poramet Sanupong, Commander of the 43rd Ranger Task Force, dispatched a rescue team of 30 soldiers equipped with rubber boats and six-wheel trucks to assist the stranded students. The soldiers evacuated the students from the second-floor classrooms and dormitories and transported them to Wat Thanaphimuk School in Pak Lo, where they were temporarily sheltered for their safety. The flooding also affected major routes, including the Na Khet–Makrut Road near the Sai Khao mountain range. Torrents of water from the mountains flowed down suddenly, inundating roads and flooding the entrance and premises of Khok Pho Hospital. Authorities continue to monitor the situation and provide assistance to affected residents. -- 2024-11-29

UPDATE BMW Driver Charged with Fatal DUI After Collision Kills Mother and Two Children in Chumphon Chumphon authorities have formally charged a 30-year-old woman, Ms. Jiranthanin, with multiple offenses, including causing death by reckless driving, driving under the influence, and fleeing the scene of an accident. The charges follow a horrific collision on a rural road in Chumphon province that claimed the lives of three family members,a mother and her two teenage children. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344783-crash-kills-mother-and-two-children-in-chumphon-driver-flees/#findComment-19414354

UPDATE BMW Driver Charged with Fatal DUI After Collision Kills Mother and Two Children in Chumphon Dash-cam footage below. Chumphon authorities have formally charged a 30-year-old woman, Ms. Jiranthanin, with multiple offenses, including causing death by reckless driving, driving under the influence, and fleeing the scene of an accident. The charges follow a horrific collision on a rural road in Chumphon province that claimed the lives of three family members,a mother and her two teenage children. The incident occurred on November 27, when a BMW car crashed into a motorcycle on the rural highway connecting Koek-Tung Bia in Tak Daet Subdistrict, Mueang Chumphon District. The victims, identified as Mrs. Yenchit (52), her son Mr. Kritmeth (16), and her daughter Miss Bunyanuch (14), were killed on impact. Both children were described as diligent students, with Kritmeth, affectionately called “Coco,” aspiring to become a doctor. In the aftermath of the crash, Ms. Jiranthanin reportedly fled the scene, leaving behind her car but taking her pet cat. According to witnesses, she later sought refuge in a secluded area, fearing for her safety. She eventually contacted Mr. Dam, the father of her friend who was the vehicle’s owner, who helped her surrender to the police. Police investigations have confirmed that Ms. Jiranthanin was driving the BMW at the time of the accident. Forensic evidence matched her fingerprints with the vehicle, and witnesses corroborated that the car’s owner, Ms. Parada, was attending her grandmother’s funeral elsewhere during the incident. Superintendent Pol. Col. Panya Thoamsri of Mueang Chumphon Police Station emphasized the transparency of the investigation amid public concerns of a potential cover-up, given the case’s high profile. “This case involves the loss of three lives, and we will ensure that justice is served without bias or interference,” he stated. Ms. Jiranthanin now faces charges of reckless driving causing death, property damage, driving under the influence of alcohol without a valid license, and fleeing the scene. Authorities confirmed her blood alcohol level exceeded the legal limit. Authorities also revealed that the dash-cam footage from the BMW showed that the vehicle was travelling at speeds up to 200 km/h prior to a collision. Further questioning and legal proceedings are scheduled as the investigation continues. -- 2024-11-29 ScreenRecording_11-29-2024 03-37-37_1.mp4

Pattaya Woman Injured in Motorcycle Crash While Using Phone Pattaya City Police received a report of a motorcycle crash involving a collision with a parked van, resulting in injuries. The incident occurred on Pattaya Third Road in North Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344876-pattaya-woman-injured-in-motorcycle-crash-while-using-phone/

Picture from responders. At approximately 02:10, on November 28, Pattaya City Police received a report of a motorcycle crash involving a collision with a parked van, resulting in injuries. The incident occurred on Pattaya Third Road in North Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. Upon receiving the report, police officers coordinated with Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Volunteers to provide assistance at the scene. At the site of the accident, a Yamaha Scoopy motorcycle, license plate from Chonburi, was found damaged after colliding with the rear of a parked van. The motorcycle’s rider, identified as 18-year-old Ms. Phattharaporn, suffered a head laceration, a dislocated right elbow, and abrasions across her body. Rescue personnel administered first aid before transporting her to Bang Lamung Hospital for further treatment. According to the injured rider, she was driving back to her residence while using her phone when she lost control of her vehicle, causing it to crash into the stationary van. The investigation of the incident is ongoing, with police waiting results of tests for alcohol or drugs. -- 2024-11-29

Taiwanese Man Found Dead in Sriracha Condo, No Signs of Foul Play Police in Sriracha District, Chonburi, responded to a report of a foreign man found deceased in his condominium unit. The incident occurred on the sixth floor of a residential building. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344875-taiwanese-man-found-dead-in-sriracha-condo-no-signs-of-foul-play/

Picture from responders. Police in Sriracha District, Chonburi, at approximately 11.00 on November 28, responded to a report of a foreign man found deceased in his condominium unit. The incident occurred on the sixth floor of a residential building, and officers from the Sriracha Police Station, led by Pol. Lt. Detchanat Thanyasirichuti, along with rescue personnel from Sawang Prateep Sriracha Foundation, arrived at the scene to investigate. The deceased was identified as Mr. Rongcheng Hu, a 40-year-old Taiwanese national. His body was discovered lying on the bed, fully clothed. Investigators found no evidence of a struggle, no signs of forced entry, and no disturbances to the belongings in the room. Preliminary findings suggest that Mr. Hu had been dead for at least three hours before being discovered. Authorities suspect a possible medical condition as the cause of death, though no conclusive evidence has been found at this stage. The body has been sent to Laem Chabang Hospital for a detailed autopsy to confirm the cause of death. Additionally, police are coordinating with the Taiwanese Embassy to inform the deceased’s family and arrange for further questioning of his relatives and acquaintances to gather more information. This incident remains under investigation as authorities work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding Mr. Hu’s untimely death. -- 2024-11-29

Myanmar Couple Killed in Truck Crash in Samut Sakhon Police from Krathum Baen Police Station in Samut Sakhon were alerted to a fatal crash involving a bicycle and a trailer truck. The incident occurred on Sukhonthawit Road, heading toward Ban Phaeo, in Talad Subdistrict, Krathum Baen District. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1344874-myanmar-couple-killed-in-truck-crash-in-samut-sakhon/