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Brutal Showdown Ends in Cold-Blooded Killing Over Missing Cattle A fatal shooting shocked a rural community in Chonburi province after three cattle farmers allegedly stormed a rival’s property and gunned him down over suspicions he had stolen their missing livestock. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357706-brutal-showdown-ends-in-cold-blooded-killing-over-missing-cattle/

Picture from responders. A fatal shooting shocked a rural community in Chonburi province after three cattle farmers allegedly stormed a rival’s property and gunned him down over suspicions he had stolen their missing livestock. The incident occurred around 18:00 on 13 April at a cattle farm in Nam Phong village, Moo 14, Nong Prue subdistrict, Bang Lamung district. Pol Lt Ong-art Thumsut, deputy investigator at Nong Prue Police Station, responded to the scene alongside the station superintendent, forensic investigators, medical personnel, and rescue workers. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of 53-year-old Mr Sompong “Nid” Boonmee, the farm owner, lying lifeless in the property. He had been shot once in the chest at close range with a pump-action shotgun, the wound located just below the sternum. A key witness, 37-year-old Mr Suradech “Pae” Phattanangam, a farmhand, told police he had been chatting with the victim when a bronze pickup truck pulled up. Three men, all cattle herders themselves, stepped out. One, identified only as “Mr Neng,” reportedly confronted the victim, shouting: “Whose cow did you slaughter this morning? Mine are missing, did you butcher one of mine?” Mr Sompong denied the accusation, insisting his cattle had been acquired legally. A heated argument followed, at which point Mr Neng allegedly returned to the vehicle, retrieved the shotgun, and approached Mr Sompong before firing a single round into his chest, killing him instantly. Mr Suradech added that the gunman then turned the weapon on him, prompting him to flee into the nearby forest, where he hid until it was safe to alert the authorities. Investigations revealed that the suspects had lost seven cows the previous night, five had been recovered, but two remained missing. Coincidentally, Mr Sompong had slaughtered and sold a cow earlier that morning. The suspects, believing he had stolen one of theirs, allegedly took justice into their own hands. Pol Col Natthaphon Phongsuksakul, the Nong Prue Police Chief, confirmed that the identities of all three suspects are known, with one residing in the Wat Khao Din area, just 3 kilometres from the crime scene. Authorities are now pursuing the assailants, and if they do not surrender voluntarily, arrest warrants will be issued. The victim’s 60-year-old sister, Ms Auan, described Mr Sompong as the family’s breadwinner and a loving father to his eight-year-old son. She firmly rejected claims that her brother had stolen cattle, calling for justice and urging police to ensure the perpetrators are brought to account. Forensic teams collected evidence from the scene, and the body has been sent to the Police General Hospital’s Institute of Forensic Medicine. The hunt for the suspects continues. -- 2025-04-14

Drug-Crazed Man Fatally Slashes Woman’s Throat During Morning Walk Picture courtesy of Matichon. A 52-year-old woman was brutally murdered while walking her dog in a quiet residential neighbourhood in Narathiwat province on the morning of 13 April, in a shocking and unprovoked knife attack by a drug-addled neighbour. Despite her husband’s desperate attempt to intervene with a firearm, he was unable to save her life. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357705-drug-crazed-man-fatally-slashes-woman’s-throat-during-morning-walk/

Picture courtesy of Matichon. A 52-year-old woman was brutally murdered while walking her dog in a quiet residential neighbourhood in Narathiwat province on the morning of 13 April, in a shocking and unprovoked knife attack by a drug-addled neighbour. Despite her husband’s desperate attempt to intervene with a firearm, he was unable to save her life. At around 07:30, Pol. Lt. Col. Thitiwut Petchrak of Su-ngai Kolok Police Station received reports of a fatal stabbing in front of a house in the Su-ngai Kolok subdistrict. Emergency responders and police arrived to find the victim’s body already moved inside the family home by distraught relatives. She was identified as Mrs. Usanee, 52, who suffered a deep slash wound to the neck. A cloth had been draped over her body. Outside the house, officers discovered a pool of blood, a 9mm bullet casing, and a bloodied kitchen knife. The suspect, 34-year-old Mr. Ismaae, a neighbour living just 50 metres away, had already been rushed to Su-ngai Kolok Hospital with gunshot wounds. He had been shot once in the abdomen, with the bullet also grazing his left arm. He underwent emergency surgery and remains under strict police guard. Mr. Sombun, the victim’s husband, recounted the horrifying moment. As his wife, as was her daily routine, took their dog for a morning walk, the suspect suddenly emerged from behind and slashed her throat without warning. Mr. Sombun said he heard her cries for help and rushed outside. In desperation, he retrieved his licensed 9mm handgun and fired one shot at the attacker in a bid to save his wife, but she had already succumbed to her injuries. Following the attack, police visited Mr. Ismaae’s home and spoke with his father, who revealed that his son suffered from psychiatric illness, believed to have been triggered by years of drug abuse. He was typically confined indoors for safety, though somehow managed to slip out that morning. Mr. Ismaae had reportedly been hospitalised multiple times and had been arrested under the Narcotic Drugs Act on four previous occasions. Police have formally charged Mr. Ismaae with murder. -- 2025-04-14

Fire Ravages Over 20 Rooms in Ban Pong Community During Songkran Celebrations A large fire broke out in the heart of Ban Pong town, Ratchaburi, on the afternoon of 13 April, destroying more than 20 rental units in the historic Rong Thoop community, as residents were celebrating Songkran. The blaze prompted a massive emergency response and caused widespread panic among locals. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357703-fire-ravages-over-20-rooms-in-ban-pong-community-during-songkran-celebrations/

Picture from responders A large fire broke out in the heart of Ban Pong town, Ratchaburi, on the afternoon of 13 April, destroying more than 20 rental units in the historic Rong Thoop community, as residents were celebrating Songkran. The blaze prompted a massive emergency response and caused widespread panic among locals. At approximately 13:40, Pol. Lt. Col. Surachai Bunin of Ban Pong Police Station received a report of a fire at Rong Thoop Community, Soi 1, within the Ban Pong Municipality. The incident was immediately reported to Pol. Col. Kobchok Lektragoon, the station chief, and emergency services were dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, firefighters from Ban Pong’s municipal disaster prevention unit, alongside volunteers from Ruamjai Charity Foundation Ratchaburi, found the fire engulfing rows of old wooden rental rooms. High winds intensified the spread of the flames, while several gas canisters exploded in succession, further complicating efforts to control the blaze. Multiple fire engines from nearby districts were called in for backup. In the chaos, residents rushed to evacuate bedridden patients and salvage valuable possessions. Firefighters worked for more than an hour and half, to bring the flames under control. Initial assessments report that over 20 rooms were destroyed. One firefighter sustained minor injuries, but fortunately, no residents were hurt or killed. Ms. Sophita, a local noodle shop owner near the site, described the terrifying moment: “I smelled burning and then saw thick black smoke rising above the rooftops. Within ten minutes, flames were consuming the entire row of rooms. We all rushed to help move patients, pets, and anything we could carry.” Preliminary investigations suggest the fire originated in a room used to store old items. That room, located in the middle of the wooden complex, had been locked by its tenant who was away at the time. Witnesses reported hearing a crackling sound, possibly from an electrical short circuit, just before the fire broke out and rapidly spread. Authorities believe an electrical short circuit was the likely cause but have called in the Provincial Forensics Department for a detailed investigation. An assessment of the total damage is currently underway. Mr. Norasing Arunbanchoetkul, Deputy Mayor of Ban Pong, confirmed that emergency assistance was already in motion. The Ban Pong Municipal Sports Centre has been converted into a temporary shelter and donation hub for those affected by the fire. Meals, bedding, and basic necessities are being provided to displaced residents. Bedridden patients have been transferred to Ban Pong Hospital for proper care. -- 2025-04-14

UPDATE Three Teens Confess to Fatal Attack on Engineering Student Over College Jacket Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Three teenagers, aged 16 to 18, have confessed to the brutal killing of an engineering student in a shocking case that has sparked outrage across Thailand. The motive behind the attack: to steal the victim’s college jacket. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357611-final-year-engineering-student-fatally-stabbed-belongings-left-untouched/#findComment-19730692

UPDATE Three Teens Confess to Fatal Attack on Engineering Student Over College Jacket Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Three teenagers, aged 16 to 18, have confessed to the brutal killing of an engineering student in a shocking case that has sparked outrage across Thailand. The motive behind the attack: to steal the victim’s college jacket. Police in Pathum Thani arrested Ananop “Kong” (18), Nadee (17), and Pum (16) in connection with the death of 26-year-old Thanat, a student at Rajamangala University of Technology Thanyaburi. Thanat was attacked and fatally injured beneath the pedestrian bridge at Khlong Nueng, near the Red Bridge on Rangsit-Nakhon Nayok Road, in Thanyaburi district. According to police, the suspects were apprehended within two days of the incident following a thorough investigation that included reviewing CCTV footage and applying advanced forensic techniques. Pol. Maj. Gen. Yutthana Jonkhun, Commander of Pathum Thani Provincial Police, alongside other senior officers, announced the arrest of the three suspects during a press briefing on 13 April. Investigators revealed that the teenagers had arrived at the scene on two motorcycles and collectively assaulted the victim. During initial questioning, all three suspects admitted their roles in the fatal attack. Pum reportedly used a sharpened steel object, known locally as a “sharp scraper”, to stab Thanat. After the stabbing, the suspects disposed of the weapon and the stolen college jacket in a pond near Phrom Rangsri Temple in Bangkok’s Don Mueang district. The attackers claimed that the violence stemmed from an argument between Ananop and the victim, when their motorcycles nearly collided. Ananop allegedly called the other two to join him in following Thanat to the scene of the attack, where they carried out the assault before fleeing. Police later took the three suspects back to the scene to re-enact the crime as part of the investigative process. Pum, the alleged stabber, expressed remorse during the re-enactment, apologising to the victim and his family, and stating he wanted to atone for his actions. He insisted the weapon was meant for self-defence and that he stabbed the victim only once. The incident has sparked renewed debate in Thailand about youth violence, gang culture, and the symbolic value of college jackets in student identity. -- 2025-04-14

Nestlé Wins Legal Battle Over Nescafé Rights in Thailand File picture for reference only. Nestlé has regained the exclusive right to distribute Nescafé in Thailand following a high-profile legal dispute that has gripped the country’s business community. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357692-nestlé-wins-legal-battle-over-nescafé-rights-in-thailand/

Man Dies After Jumping from Abandoned Eight-Storey Building in Phuket A 42-year-old Thai man has died after jumping from the top of an abandoned eight-storey building near the Makro wholesale store in Phuket on the evening of 12 April. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357691-man-dies-after-jumping-from-abandoned-eight-storey-building-in-phuket/

Seven-Year-Old Boy Drowns in Ayutthaya Canal A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Bang Pahan District, Ayutthaya Province, when the body of a seven-year-old boy was discovered floating in an irrigation canal, hours after he had gone missing. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357690-seven-year-old-boy-drowns-in-ayutthaya-canal/

Family of Three Trapped in Car Wreck After Father Falls Asleep at the Wheel A family of three was left seriously injured after a shocking early morning crash in Nakhon Si Thammarat, when a sleep-deprived father nodded off while driving and lost control of his vehicle, slamming into a tree. The incident took place on Route 401 in Tha Sala District and left the family’s car crumpled. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357689-family-of-three-trapped-in-car-wreck-after-father-falls-asleep-at-the-wheel/

Man Gunned Down in Buriram Hut, Police Suspect Revenge Motive Picture courtesy of Matichon. A 32-year-old man was fatally shot in what police believe may have been a revenge killing, following a late-night ambush at his remote field hut in Prakhon Chai district, Buriram province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357688-man-gunned-down-in-buriram-hut-police-suspect-revenge-motive/

Jealous Rage Ends in Brutal Murder and Attempted Cremation in Rural Khon Kaen Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A horrific murder has shocked the local community in Chum Phae district, Khon Kaen province, after a 60-year-old man was beaten to death and his body burned in a rubbish pit in what police describe as a crime of passion and jealousy. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357687-jealous-rage-ends-in-brutal-murder-and-attempted-cremation-in-rural-khon-kaen/

Former Thai Buddhism Chief Arrested in Texas Hospital Over Temple Fund Corruption Scandal Picture courtesy of Matichon. In a dramatic development, former Director of Thailand’s National Office of Buddhism, Nopparat Benjawatananun, was arrested by US Marshals inside a hospital in Texas on 11 April. The arrest was made under a provisional warrant issued in connection with his involvement in a major corruption scandal involving misappropriated funds allocated for temple renovations and development projects, Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357686-former-thai-buddhism-chief-arrested-in-texas-hospital-over-temple-fund-corruption-scandal/

One Dead, Two Injured in Four-Vehicle Pile-Up in Si Racha A serious road accident involving four vehicles has left one person dead and two others injured on Route 331 near the PT petrol station in Map Lang, heading towards Bo Win, in Si Racha District, Chonburi. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357685-one-dead-two-injured-in-four-vehicle-pile-up-in-si-racha/

Man Gunned Down Outside His Home in Krabi, Police Suspect the Killer Knew Victim’s Routine A 51-year-old man was shot dead outside his home in Krabi province late on the night of 12 April in what police suspect was a targeted ambush. The assailant, or assailants, are believed to have lain in wait in a nearby oil palm plantation before opening fire with a shotgun. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357684-man-gunned-down-outside-his-home-in-krabi-police-suspect-the-killer-knew-victim’s-routine/

Swiss Volunteers Join Locals in Forest Conservation Effort in Kanchanaburi Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A group of Swiss university students have joined hands with Thai environmental volunteers in Kanchanaburi province to carry out a nature conservation project aimed at protecting the local ecosystem and promoting sustainable forest management. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357683-swiss-volunteers-join-locals-in-forest-conservation-effort-in-kanchanaburi/

Picture from responders. A 42-year-old Thai man has died after jumping from the top of an abandoned eight-storey building near the Makro wholesale store in Phuket on the evening of 12 April. At approximately 20:45 the Kusoldharm Foundation in Phuket received an emergency call reporting that someone had jumped from a disused high-rise structure located adjacent to the Makro complex in the city. Volunteers from the Kusoldharm rescue team were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of a Thai man, identified only as Boy, lying with his body smashed onto a low wall at ground level, after a fatal jump. Despite the rapid response, the man was found to have suffered severe head trauma from the impact and showed no signs of life. The building, which has long stood abandoned, is known to locals and authorities as a frequent location for trespassing and occasional reports of accidents or suspicious activity. At this stage, the full identity of the deceased has not been publicly released, and the circumstances leading to the event are under investigation. Police are working to determine whether foul play was involved or whether the fall was a result of suicide. 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 out help. -- 2025-04-14

File picture for reference only. Nestlé has regained the exclusive right to distribute Nescafé in Thailand following a high-profile legal dispute that has gripped the country’s business community. The Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court has ruled in favour of the global food and beverage giant, declaring Nestlé the sole rightful owner of the “Nescafé” trademark in Thailand. The decision clears the way for Nestlé to resume production, importation, and sales of its popular instant coffee brand across the country. The ruling follows a long-standing dispute between Nestlé and the Mahagitsiri family, who co-founded Quality Coffee Products Co., Ltd. (QCP) in 1990. Under a longstanding agreement, QCP had been granted the rights to manufacture Nescafé in Thailand. However, Nestlé announced the termination of its agreement with QCP in 2021, which took full effect on 31 December 2024. After the contract ended, disagreements emerged between shareholders over QCP’s future operations. This led to Mr Chalermchai Mahagitsiri, a shareholder in QCP, filing a civil lawsuit at Min Buri Civil Court, seeking an injunction to temporarily bar Nestlé from producing, outsourcing, selling, or importing instant coffee under the Nescafé brand in Thailand. On 3 April 2025, the court granted the injunction, prompting Nestlé to swiftly file a petition for an emergency hearing to have the order overturned. Nestlé argued that the injunction was causing widespread disruption to supply chains, including coffee farmers, packaging suppliers, and associated manufacturers. The emergency hearing was scheduled for 17 April 2025. However, ahead of the court date, Nestlé issued a statement on 12 April, signed by Ms Khrewan Warunpaijit, Executive Director of Nestlé Professional Thailand, informing trade partners that the Central Intellectual Property Court had already issued a decisive ruling. According to the statement, the court confirmed that Nestlé is the exclusive trademark owner of both the English “Nescafé” and Thai “เนสกาแฟ” marks, allowing the company to fully resume business operations in Thailand. The verdict marks a significant turning point for Nestlé in Thailand and paves the way for the company to stabilise its coffee business after months of uncertainty. It is also seen as a landmark decision in the country’s intellectual property and corporate law landscape. -- 2025-04-14

Picture from responders. A heartbreaking incident unfolded in Bang Pahan District, Ayutthaya Province, when the body of a seven-year-old boy was discovered floating in an irrigation canal, hours after he had gone missing. The young boy, known affectionately as Tonkla, was found dead near his favourite noodle shop, sparking grief and disbelief among locals who had grown fond of him. Police Lieutenant Piyapong Sirijanyatham from Bang Pahan Police Station received the emergency call and arrived at the scene alongside Police Colonel Praderm Jitwatthapirom, and a rescue team from the Ayutthaya Ruamjai Foundation. The child’s lifeless body was found floating face-up in the Khlong Maduea canal, clad in a football shirt and shorts. Authorities estimate that he had been dead for at least eight hours. No signs of physical assault were found. The boy lived with his grandparents in Bang Duea subdistrict. His grandmother, 57-year-old Ms. Sumalee, tearfully recounted that Tonkla had gone missing the previous evening, prompting a frantic overnight search by family and neighbours. It wasn’t until the following morning that his body was discovered just outside a local noodle shop where he often played. The shop’s owner, 60-year-old Ms. Nong, was visibly shaken as she spoke. She described Tonkla as a cheerful, talkative boy who had become like a grandson to her. On the day of the incident, he had made a chilling remark that now haunts her. “He looked at me and said, ‘Granny, I won’t be here anymore today,’” she recalled. “I asked where he was going, but he didn’t answer. He just smiled and left.” Later that afternoon, Tonkla returned briefly to buy a soft drink with 20 baht given to him by a teacher. Before leaving again, he reportedly said, “Granny, you can go home now. I’ll watch the shop for you.” Shortly after, he was seen sitting alone at a stone bench near the canal, a favourite spot of his. Ms. Nong speculates that he may have accidentally slipped into the water, particularly as the area was still wet from heavy rain from earlier. In a bittersweet detail, she also shared that just days earlier she had joked with Tonkla about buying a lottery ticket. “I told him that if I won the first prize, I’d take him in and raise him myself,” she said. Tonkla had even helped her choose the ticket. She held up the ticket for reporters, tears in her eyes. Police have questioned witnesses and family members and sent the boy’s body for a detailed autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. Authorities are treating the case as a tragic accident, pending the final report. -- 2025-04-14

Local Government Employee in Sisaket Caught Dealing Meth During Lunch Break Picture courtesy of Matichon. Authorities in Khun Han District, Sisaket Province, arrested a 30-year-old subdistrict administrative organisation (SAO) employee for allegedly dealing methamphetamine during his lunch break. A subsequent search of his home revealed a cache of illegal firearms and ammunition. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357682-local-government-employee-in-sisaket-caught-dealing-meth-during-lunch-break/

Explosion Behind Temple in Narathiwat Injures Four Paramilitary Officers Picture courtesy of Matichon. Four paramilitary officers were injured in an early morning explosion behind Chai Rattana Ram Temple (Ban Thai Temple) in Rangae District, Narathiwat Province, in what authorities believe was a targeted attack. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357681-explosion-behind-temple-in-narathiwat-injures-four-paramilitary-officers/

Vespa Rider Dies After Crashing Into Abandoned Spirit House Pedestal A 31-year-old man lost his life in a motorcycle crash, early morning on 13 April, after crashing into a discarded spirit house pedestal along a roadside in Pathum Thani province. The incident occurred without any visible signs of braking, suggesting the rider had taken no actions ro avoid the collision. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1357680-vespa-rider-dies-after-crashing-into-abandoned-spirit-house-pedestal/