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Family Wiped Out in Hit & Run, Rayong A family of 3 die in a hit and run accident on Route 3376 near the entrance to Wat Chakmak in Ban Chang District, Rayong. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336141-family-wiped-out-in-hit-run-rayong/

Picture from responders At approximately 18:00 on August 21, police received a report of a fatal accident on Route 3376 near the entrance to Wat Chakmak in Samnak Thon Subdistrict, Ban Chang District. Officers, along with the Siam Rayong Rescue Foundation, immediately responded to the scene. Upon arrival, authorities found the bodies of three individuals lying in the middle of the road. The victims were identified as a family of Myanmar nationals. The deceased included Ms. Nam Min Oo, 37, her husband, whose identity is still unknown, and their 5-year-old child. All three were tragically killed in the accident. According to witnesses, the family was riding a motorcycle when a speeding trailer truck sideswiped their vehicle, causing them to lose control and crash into a light pole in the center median. The impact was so severe that they died instantly as their heads struck the edge of the median, and none of them were wearing helmets. The trailer truck did not stop and fled the scene without leaving any trace. Police have documented the incident and are reviewing CCTV footage in an attempt to locate the trailer truck. The bodies of the deceased have been transported to Ban Chang Hospital for further arrangements. -- 2024-08-21 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Update Pictures courtesy of SiamChon News. 21 August, a 47 year old vendor who witnessed the entire event, recounted to reporters, that during the time of the incident, the traffic was heavily congested. She noticed a black, four-door pickup truck waiting in the jam when a group of teenagers on a motorcycle approached and began knocking on the pickup's window, trying to force the driver out of the vehicle. The driver of the pickup truck attempted drive away and flee, but one of the teenagers got off the motorcycle, armed with a metal rod, and opened the truck's door. The teenager then stabbed the driver, who was a foreigner, leading to a struggle as the driver fought back in self-defense. The event, captured on video, left the vendor frightened. She immediately called for nearby residents to intervene and quickly contacted the police. Bang Lamung Police Station, confirmed that investigators are currently reviewing CCTV footage and questioning witnesses. They are actively searching for the suspect and will take legal action as soon as possible. Images captured of the incident below. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

A Drunk Construction Worker Electrocuted Charging Phone With Damaged Cable A construction worker in Rayong tragically lost his life after being electrocuted while attempting to charge his phone with a damaged electrical cord. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336086-a-drunk-construction-worker-electrocuted-charging-phone-with-damaged-cable/

Picture of the damaged cable A construction worker in Rayong tragically lost his life after being electrocuted while attempting to charge his phone with a damaged electrical cord. The incident occurred at approximately 22:15 PM on August 20, at a residence in Pluak Daeng District. Rescue teams responded to the call and arrived to find the victim unconscious and without a pulse. Emergency responders immediately performed CPR and requested additional support from Pluak Daeng Hospital. Despite their efforts, the victim, identified as 38-year-old Surasak (surname withheld), was later pronounced dead at the hospital. According to his friend, Chaiwat (surname withheld), both men had been drinking together prior to the incident. When Surasak’s phone ran out of battery, he retrieved a damaged electrical cord to charge it. The cord, which was frayed and had exposed copper wires, had not been properly insulated. Surasak held the cord close to his chest and attempted to plug it in, resulting in a severe electric shock that caused him to collapse violently to the floor. Initially, Chaiwat believed Surasak had simply tripped due to intoxication. However, when he tried to assist him, he too felt a strong electric current and realised the severity of the situation. Chaiwat quickly unplugged the cord and called for emergency assistance. The authorities are investigating the incident. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

After rain earlier this week, this one was captured in a residential area, near Sattahip.

Man Bitten by Snake As He Uses Toilet Nonthaburi, 21 August, a man woke up and went to use the bathroom and as he sat down, and suddenly felt something bite him in a very sensitive area. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336077-man-bitten-by-snake-as-he-uses-toilet/

Pictures courtesy of C Wisutthipat Facebook Nonthaburi, 21 August around 08:00, a man (name withheld) woke up and went to use the bathroom as usual, and before sitting on the toilet, he as always flushed it first to check for any unwanted surprises. This was no different, he flushed, lifted the lid, sat down, and suddenly felt something bite him in a very sensitive area. The pain was intense as he reached down, and to his shock, grabbed the neck of a snake, which had sunk its fangs into his skin. In a panic, he jumped up and tried to pull the snake off. He wasn’t feeling much pain at that moment, just pure fear. As he gripped the snake's neck tightly and he tried to yank it out of the toilet, but it was incredibly strong and wouldn’t budge. In shock and anger, he noticed the toilet brush nearby and grabbed it and started hitting the snake repeatedly, forgetting that he was still holding onto its neck with his other hand. He ended up hitting his own fingers in the process, though he didn’t feel it at the time. He kept hitting until the snake finally went limp. After that, he carefully pulled it out of the toilet and left it lying on the floor, dead. He immediately called the complex’s security guard to dispose of the snake and asked his neighbour to take him to the hospital. Luckily, it was just a non-venomous python and his blood tests came back normal. The bite had eft a mark, and pulling the snake off caused some additional injury. He posted the pictures on his facebook as a warning of the dangers during rainy season, and especially it flooded areas. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Indian Vendors Clash Over Roti Selling Spots, Leading to Stabbing in Si Racha A dispute over roti selling spots between two Indian vendors escalated into a stabbing incident, leaving one man severely injured. The assailant fled the scene, and police are currently pursuing the suspect. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336054-indian-vendors-clash-over-roti-selling-spots-leading-to-stabbing-in-si-racha/

August 20, a dispute over roti selling spots between two Indian vendors escalated into a stabbing incident, leaving one man severely injured. The assailant fled the scene, and police are currently pursuing the suspect. The incident occurred at 17:30 in front of a convenience store in Moo 2, Surasak Subdistrict, Si Racha District. Pol. Lt. Somkhane Phantawaree, an investigator with the Si Racha Police Station, received a report of a violent altercation involving roti vendors. Emergency responders from the Sawang Prateep Si Racha Rescue Unit were immediately dispatched to the scene. At the location, officers found the victim, Mr. Hima, a 47-year-old Indian national who sells roti from a motorcycle sidecar. He was lying in a pool of blood, moaning in pain. Upon examination, it was revealed that he had sustained stab wounds to his head, face, torso, and back, as well as a cut on his left palm. Rescuers provided first aid before rushing him to Somdej Phra Boromma Ratchathewi Na Si Racha Hospital. The assailant was not present at the scene when authorities arrived. According to a witness, the altercation began when the victim parked his motorcycle sidecar to sell roti in front of the convenience store. Shortly after, the suspect, also a roti vendor with a similar setup, arrived at the same location. An argument ensued between the two men over selling territory. The situation quickly escalated when the suspect retrieved a knife and began attacking the victim before fleeing the scene. Preliminary police investigations suggest the motive for the stabbing was a conflict over sales territory. Authorities are gathering evidence and taking witness statements as they work to locate and apprehend the suspect for prosecution. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

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Fire Engulfs Billboard in Front of Popular Mall in Samut Prakan August 20, a fire broke out in front of a prominent mall located in Samut Prakan Province. The blaze originated from a large billboard and quickly spread to nearby communication cables. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336050-fire-engulfs-billboard-in-front-of-popular-mall-in-samut-prakan/

Pictures from responders. August 20, 23:25, a fire broke out in front of a prominent mall located on Srinakarin Road, Moo 5, Samrong Nuea Subdistrict, Mueang District, Samut Prakan Province. The blaze originated from a large billboard and quickly spread to nearby communication cables. The Ruamkatanyu Foundation reported the incident and dispatched teams to the scene. Firefighters from the Samrong Municipality arrived with fire trucks to control the blaze. Using water hose-lines, they were able to extinguish the fire, in under an hour. Authorities are currently investigating the cause of the fire and assessing the extent of the damage. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Man Found Dead After Falling Into Well in Udon Thani On the afternoon of August 20, a tragic discovery was made in Udon Thani Province. A man was found dead in a shallow well beside his home after apparently falling in several days earlier. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336048-man-found-dead-after-falling-into-well-in-udon-thani/

Pictures from responders On the afternoon of August 20, a tragic discovery was made in the Tum Tai Subdistrict of Kumphawapi District, Udon Thani Province. A man was found dead in a shallow well beside his home after apparently falling in several days earlier. The incident was reported to authorities at 14:30 by a concerned citizen. Rescue officers from the Pracha Tham Rescue Team, along with duty officers from Kumphawapi Police Station, arrived at the scene. Upon investigation, they found the body of a man who had died in the well. It is believed that the man had been deceased for approximately two to three days before being discovered. Rescue personnel were able to recover the body from the well, and it was transported to Kumphawapi Hospital for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. The case is being handled by officers from Kumphawapi Police Station. The rescue operation was carried out by a team of rescue volunteers. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

30 Year Old Painter Falls to His Death from 49th Floor of High-Rise Building On August 20, police received a report of a fatal fall at a building in Soi Sukhumvit 64/2, Bangkok. The victim was a 30 year old painter from Laos. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336047-30-year-old-painter-falls-to-his-death-from-49th-floor-of-high-rise-building/

On August 20, at approximately 14:30, police officer Lt. Sompop Khemakanok from Phra Khanong Police Station received a report of a fatal fall at a building in Soi Sukhumvit 64/2, Phra Khanong District, Bangkok. The victim, identified as Mr. Sayale Sian, a 30 year old painter from Laos, had been working on the exterior of a 49-story building under renovation. Witnesses reported that Mr. Sayale had been rappelling down from the 49th floor to paint the building when an accident occurred. It is suspected that the safety equipment and rope securing him had shifted, possibly due to his negligence, causing him to fall to his death. Upon arrival authorities found Mr. Sayale’s body in a garden area beside the building. His body had sustained severe trauma from the fall. The Lao embassy has been notified, and arrangements are being made for his family to receive the body for funeral rites in Laos. An investigation into the incident is currently ongoing. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Teenager Stabs Foreign Man in Road Rage Incident Near Pattaya August 20, 18:05, police were called to a violent road rage incident on Soi Khao Noi, Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. The incident involved a stabbing, with one individual sustaining injuries. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336046-teenager-stabs-foreign-man-in-road-rage-incident-near-pattaya/

Pictures courtesy of SiamChon News August 20, 18:05, police were called to a violent road rage incident on Soi Khao Noi, Nong Prue Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. The incident involved a stabbing, with one individual sustaining injuries. Pol. Col. Navin Sinthurat, Superintendent of Bang Lamung Police Station, received the report of an assault involving a weapon and ordered investigators and patrol officers, along with rescue teams from Sawang Boriboon Pattaya, to respond to the scene. Upon arrival, rescuers found a 58-year-old, reported as a Polish national, suffering from a puncture wound to his neck, just below his left jaw. The injury had caused significant bleeding. Emergency responders provided first aid before rushing him to the hospital. At the scene, police recovered a makeshift weapon, a triangular-shaped, sharp metal object resembling a screwdriver with a plastic handle, believed to have been used in the attack. Bloodstains marked the area. The assailant had fled the scene on a motorcycle before authorities arrived. A witness, 16-year-old, recounted that prior to the stabbing, he overheard a heated argument between the victim and the assailant. The dispute reportedly stemmed from a traffic altercation, where the victim, driving a car, and the assailant, on a motorcycle, confronted each other. The argument escalated into a physical fight, with the assailant unable to overpower the victim and resorting to stabbing him with the sharp object. Shortly after, the assailant's friends arrived on motorcycles, armed with wooden sticks. Fortunately, authorities arrived on the scene in time, causing the group to disperse and flee in different directions. Pol. Col. Navin Sinthurat has ordered a manhunt for the suspect, using descriptions provided by witnesses and video footage captured by bystanders. The police are actively gathering evidence to apprehend the suspect and bring him to justice. -- 2024-08-21 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Update August 20, authorities from the Marine Department in Samut Prakan have filed charges against Chindanai “QP” Kwanchai, a 21-year-old actor from a popular TV series, Mr. Chatichai Wesan, Director of the Samut Prakan Marine Office, authorised Mr. Kanatip Pupanseri, a senior transportation officer, to file charges against QP. The charges include reckless driving leading to death, which carries a penalty of up to 10 years in prison, a fine of up to 200,000 baht, or both. Additionally, QP is being charged under the Thai Navigation in Thai Waters Act for operating a vessel without a valid boatman license and for exceeding the legally permitted number of passengers on the boat, both punishable by fines up to 10,000 baht. Authorities have confirmed that QP was not intoxicated at the time of the accident, as his blood alcohol level was found to be 0%. However, investigators are continuing to gather evidence and have interviewed survivors of the incident. QP has expressed remorse for the incident, and his family has pledged to provide compensation to the victims' families. The police investigation continues, and charges are expected to be finalised soon. -- 2024-08-20 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

Fatal Accident Between Ice Truck & School Bus in Udon Thani A road accident involving an ice truck and a school bus, resulted in the death of a driver, in an accident that occurred in Udon Thani Province. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336005-fatal-accident-between-ice-truck-school-bus-in-udon-thani/

Pictures from responders. August 20, at approximately 07:20, the Nam Som branch of the Highway Police Rescue Unit in Udon Thani Province reported a serious road accident involving an ice truck and a school bus. The accident occurred on the outbound Nam Som-Ban Phue road, near the entrance to Nong Waeng Spring, located in Nong Waeng Subdistrict, Nam Som District, Udon Thani Province. A white Isuzu D-Max ice truck collided with a school bus. The collision resulted in both injuries and fatalities, with one person trapped inside the vehicle. The driver of the ice truck, a male approximately 30 years old, was declared dead at the scene. The driver of the school bus, a male approximately 40 years old, sustained a fractured right wrist and chest injuries, thanfully the bus was not carrying students at the time of the accident. The Udon Thani Highway Police Rescue Unit quickly responded to the scene, deploying two rescue vehicles and an ambulance from Nam Som. Volunteer foundation teams assisted with rescue operations, using hydraulic cutting tools to extract the deceased from the wreckage and providing first aid to the injured. Traffic control measures were implemented to prevent secondary accidents in the area. The cause of the accident remains under investigation by the local authorities. -- 2024-08-20 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe

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Korea Aerospace Industries and Thai Aviation Industries Sign MOU for T-50TH Jets Korea Aerospace Industries Co. (KAI), South Korea’s leading and only aircraft manufacturer, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) for the continued maintenance and support of Thailand’s fleet of T-50TH trainer jets. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1335987-korea-aerospace-industries-and-thai-aviation-industries-sign-mou-for-t-50th-jets/

File picture RTAF T-50TH, 40101 trainer jet. SEOUL, August 19, Korea Aerospace Industries Co. (KAI), South Korea’s leading and only aircraft manufacturer, has announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) for the continued maintenance and support of Thailand’s fleet of T-50TH trainer jets. The agreement, builds on a longstanding relationship between KAI and TAI, which has been responsible for maintaining the T-50TH jets in Thailand. The T-50TH, a supersonic advanced jet trainer, is part of the T-50 family, which includes variants for combat and training missions. Developed by KAI with the help of Lockheed Martin, the T-50 series has been a key component in modernising air forces around the world. Since 2018, KAI has exported 14 T-50TH trainer jets to Thailand as part of a major defense procurement effort to strengthen the Royal Thai Air Force's (RTAF) training capabilities. The T-50TH aircraft is used primarily to train pilots transitioning to more advanced fighter jets such as the F-16. Under the current partnership, TAI, has taken charge of providing maintenance services for the jets with technological support from KAI. The recent MOU ensures that this relationship will continue, with KAI committed to enhancing the level of support it offers to TAI’s maintenance operations. A spokesperson for KAI expressed optimism about the extended partnership. "We believe that continuing our cooperation with TAI will not only ensure the smooth operation of the T-50TH jets in Thailand but also pave the way for future orders of additional trainer jets," the spokesperson said during a phone interview. "We are confident that the quality and performance of our jets, coupled with strong local maintenance support, will strengthen our position in the Thai market." This deal comes at a time when several Southeast Asian nations are ramping up their defense capabilities amid rising geopolitical tensions in the region. KAI’s T-50 jets have been gaining traction as a popular choice for air forces in Asia due to their advanced technology, reliability, and affordability compared to other high-performance jets. For Thailand, the T-50TH represents a crucial investment in its pilot training program, allowing it to provide domestically the advanced training that was previously conducted abroad. This capability has reduced costs and increased the availability of qualified pilots within the RTAF. The extended agreement between KAI and TAI is expected to further enhance Thailand's self-sufficiency in maintaining its fleet of trainer jets, ensuring that the RTAF can continue to rely on the T-50TH for years to come. Both companies have signaled that they are exploring opportunities for deeper collaboration, which may include the future expansion of KAI’s presence in Thailand. -- 2024-08-20 - Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information. Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe .