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UPDATE Trapped Myanmar Worker Rescued After House Collapse in Samut Prakan Picture from responders. A Myanmar national who had been trapped under the debris of a collapsed two-storey house in Soi Thepharak 70 has been successfully rescued, authorities confirmed. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361915-house-collapses-during-demolition-in-samut-prakan-—-one-trapped-beneath-rubble/#findComment-19828625

UPDATE Trapped Myanmar Worker Rescued After House Collapse in Samut Prakan Picture from responders. A Myanmar national who had been trapped under the debris of a collapsed two-storey house in Soi Thepharak 70 has been successfully rescued, authorities confirmed. The incident occurred earlier on 27 May, when a two-storey, half-concrete, half-wooden house collapsed during a demolition process in Mueang District, Samut Prakan province. The collapse left several workers injured and one man, identified as a Myanmar worker, trapped beneath large concrete slabs and rubble. Rescue teams had been battling to free the man, who remained conscious and in communication with emergency responders despite being pinned under the wreckage. Video clips from the scene showed the man calling for help as crews worked to reach him. Authorities have now confirmed that the man has been pulled from the rubble alive Adapted by Asean Now 2025-05-27.

Thai Woman Falls to Her Death from Jomtien Condominium Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A Thai woman has died after falling from a wndow in a 59-storey condominium in the Jomtien area, prompting a full investigation by local authorities into the cause of her death. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361919-thai-woman-falls-to-her-death-from-jomtien-condominium/

Picture courtesy of Kaoded. A Thai woman has died after falling from a wndow in a 59-storey condominium in the Jomtien area, prompting a full investigation by local authorities into the cause of her death. The incident occurred at approximately 07:30 on the, 27 May. Police Captain Niwat Phengkhaen, an investigator with Pattaya City Police Station, received a report of a fatal fall at a condominium complex located on Jomtien Second Road, Chonburi Province. Upon receiving the call, he immediately alerted his superiors and proceeded to the scene with Police Colonel Anek Sarathongyu, Superintendent of Pattaya City Police, Deputy Superintendent Police Lieutenant Colonel Arut Saphanon, a forensics team from Chonburi Division 2, medical personnel from Bang Lamung Hospital, and the Sawang Boriboon Pattaya rescue unit. The body of the deceased, a Thai woman estimated to be between 30 and 40 years of age, was discovered lying face-up near a garden area adjacent to the base of the condominium. She was dressed in a green long-sleeved top and dark blue trousers. Her body bore multiple fractures and severe head trauma, indicating that she died instantly upon impact. Initial investigations could not confirm from which floor the woman had fallen. However, investigators noted that a window on the 14th floor was left wide open, raising suspicions that this could have been the point of the fall. Forensic experts are currently collecting evidence, reviewing CCTV footage, and interviewing witnesses to determine whether the incident was an accident, a deliberate act, or if there are suspicious circumstances surrounding her death. Authorities are also working to confirm the woman’s identity and are in the process of contacting her family as part of the legal procedures. As the investigation continues, police have not ruled out any possibilities. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-05-27.

House Collapses During Demolition in Samut Prakan — One Trapped Beneath Rubble Pictures from responders. A two-storey house collapsed during demolition in Soi Thepharak 70, Samut Prakan, injuring three people and leaving one worker trapped under the debris, according to local rescue authorities. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361915-house-collapses-during-demolition-in-samut-prakan-—-one-trapped-beneath-rubble/

Pictures from responders. A two-storey house collapsed during demolition in Soi Thepharak 70, Samut Prakan, injuring three people and leaving one worker trapped under the debris, according to local rescue authorities. The incident occurred at approximately 09:20 on morning of 27 May. The Poh Teck Tung Foundation received an emergency call via the Samut Prakan rescue centre (hotline 1669), reporting the structural collapse. The residence, a partially concrete, partially wooden building, was undergoing demolition by a contractor when it suddenly completely gave way. Rescue teams promptly arrived at the scene and successfully pulled three injured workers from the rubble. All three were transported to nearby hospitals for treatment. However, one individual remained trapped inside the debris. Rescue personnel reported still hearing cries for help from beneath the wreckage and were working urgently by hand to reach the individual in time. Local resident Khomsan Bunmirat told reporters that the house, over 30 years old, had long been in a dilapidated state and was leaning precariously. After the last tenant moved out, the owner decided to demolish the building to make way for a garage. Khomsan witnessed the collapse first-hand, just 30 minutes after workers resumed demolition on the second day of the operation. He recalled that four workers were inside at the time. Due to the unstable state of the debris, residents in the area refrained from entering the site to assist, fearing further collapse. At time of this report, rescue teams remain on site, working to extract the trapped worker. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-05-27.

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Malaysian Tourist Found Dead in Betong Hotel Room Picture courtesy of NBT. A 67-year-old Malaysian tourist was found dead in his hotel room in the southern Thai town of Betong, Yala, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death, which remains unclear. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361911-malaysian-tourist-found-dead-in-betong-hotel-room/

Picture courtesy of NBT. A 67-year-old Malaysian tourist was found dead in his hotel room in the southern Thai town of Betong, Yala, prompting a police investigation into the cause of death, which remains unclear. The incident occurred on the morning of 26 May. Police were alerted to the discovery of a body at a hotel in the town centre and swiftly responded. Pol Sub Lt Jakarin Laksana, an investigator from Betong Police Station, led the team to the scene, accompanied by senior officers, detectives, medical personnel, and rescue volunteers from the Sawang Betong Dhammasathan Foundation. The deceased, identified as Mr. Kannuva Naidu Poleach, was found lying face-down on the floor of Room 711 on the seventh floor of the hotel. Officers thoroughly examined the room and collected evidence before transferring the body to Betong Hospital for a post-mortem examination. According to a friend of the deceased, Mr. Kannuva had travelled to Betong as part of a group of 30 Malaysian tourists who arrived by bus on 24 May. Eleven of them, including the deceased, were staying at the same hotel, while the rest were staying elsewhere. On the night before his death, five members of the group had gathered in one room to drink beer. Mr. Kannuva later went to sleep in a friend’s room directly opposite his own and never returned to his assigned room, which was located three doors away. The following morning, when friends went to wake him for their return journey, they found him unresponsive and alerted hotel staff. Police have since raised concerns over inconsistencies in the statements provided by the deceased’s friends. Officers noted that some individuals appeared confused, possibly due to lingering intoxication or shock and one line of inquiry is the possible involvement of illegal drugs. A suspicious white powder was found in the room, which has been sent for analysis. One friend told police that Mr. Kannuva suffered from multiple health conditions but refused to take his medication, preferring instead to drink beer. The group of friends who had been drinking with the deceased were taken in for questioning at Betong Police Station as authorities continue to investigate the true cause of death. Police have stated that no conclusion will be drawn until autopsy results and forensic analysis of the white substance are complete. Adapted by Asean Now from NBT 2025-05-27.

International Crime Rings Targeted in Phuket Crackdown Picture courtesy of Phuketinsta. A police operation has dealt a blow to several transnational criminal networks operating illegally in Phuket, with local and regional authorities launching coordinated raids across the island. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361906-international-crime-rings-targeted-in-phuket-crackdown/

Picture courtesy of Phuketinsta. A police operation has dealt a blow to several transnational criminal networks operating illegally in Phuket, with local and regional authorities launching coordinated raids across the island. The crackdown, led by the Phuket Provincial Police in partnership with Region 8 Police Command, targeted illicit businesses run by foreign nationals accused of undermining legitimate Thai enterprises. Over the course of the operation, officers raided seven locations, but only resulting in four arrests and the seizure of 255 items of physical evidence. Chinese “Grey” Syndicate Targeted At the heart of the crackdown was a so-called “grey” syndicate involving a group of Chinese nationals. The group allegedly laundered illicit funds through a car rental business, GRQ ALPHARD CLUB and invested in high-value properties and businesses, including international schools, boutique hotels and fine dining establishments. Police issued seven arrest warrants in connection with the syndicate. Two suspects were apprehended during the raids, while four are believed to have fled Thailand. Authorities suspect the group’s investments were part of a wider strategy to clean illegally obtained capital under the cover of legitimate tourism-sector ventures. Investigators have linked the group to over 1 billion baht in unauthorised investments and believe it also ran the vehicle operation targeting international tourists via social media, bypassing local rental services. Australian Gang and Bitcoin Heist Raids also uncovered a criminal network with ties to Australia, believed to be behind a large-scale cryptocurrency robbery involving Bitcoin. A search in Patong led police to an illegal cannabis farm, an unlicensed tattoo parlour and a private residence, all allegedly part of a covert criminal operation. Russian-Israeli Rental Scheme Exposed Another significant find came with the arrest of a Russian national thought to be at the centre of an illegal car and motorcycle rental scheme. Nine cars and 46 motorcycles were seized, all believed to be operated without the required permits. Investigators say the scheme involved both Russian and Israeli nationals in what appears to be a cross-border collaboration. Illegal Cannabis Factory Discovered Police raided an illegal cannabis processing facility in the Rawai area. Although officially registered under a Thai national’s name, authorities believe the operation was controlled by foreign criminals using nominee arrangements to mask ownership. Over 200 cannabis-related products and pieces of equipment were confiscated. Officials from the Public Health Office joined police in the operation, which highlighted the increasing use of nominee structures by foreign entities to circumvent Thai ownership laws. Ongoing Investigations and Phase Two Authorities have vowed to intensify their campaign against international criminal operations embedded in Thailand. Speaking at a press conference following the raids, a police spokesperson confirmed that this operation was merely the first phase, with a broader and more comprehensive crackdown already in planning. “This operation sends a clear message: Thailand will not be a safe haven for international criminal networks,” a senior officer stated. “We are committed to dismantling these operations and restoring lawful economic activity, especially in key tourism zones like Phuket.” Local business owners have welcomed the intervention, saying that foreign-run illegal operations have made it increasingly difficult for legitimate Thai companies to compete. The investigation continues, with police expected to pursue further leads and expand their inquiry into the foreign-run enterprises that continue to exploit legal loopholes and nominee structures. Adapted by Asean Now 2025-05-27.

Two Australian Men Surrender to Pattaya Police After Brawl with Foreigner Over Unpaid Bill Picture courtesy of SiamChon. Two Australian nationals have turned themselves in to Pattaya police following a early morning altercation in Soi Buakhao that left a foreign man injured. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361888-two-australian-men-surrender-to-pattaya-police-after-brawl-with-foreigner-over-unpaid-bill/

Picture courtesy of SiamChon. Two Australian nationals have turned themselves in to Pattaya police following a early morning altercation in Soi Buakhao that left a foreign man injured. The incident, which occurred in the early hours of the 26 May, involved a violent clash between foreign nationals outside a local establishment. Footage of the fight, widely circulated on social media, clearly captured the faces of the alleged perpetrators, prompting swift public reaction and police scrutiny. At approximately 18:35 on 26 May, Carlos, 25 and Isaac, 20, both Australian citizens, reported to Pol. Lt. Col. Arut Saphanon, Deputy Superintendent of Pattaya City Police Station, to explain their involvement and declare their innocence. They were accompanied by two Thai security staff from the venue, identified as Theerasak, 40, and Worawut, 35. Carlos, who identified himself as the venue’s manager, denied ownership of the establishment. He stated that the altercation stemmed from the victim refusing to pay his bill. According to Carlos, he attempted to resolve the situation by holding the man’s mobile phone as collateral, prompting the customer to punch him in the head. Carlos admitted to retaliating, after which the security guards intervened and escorted the man outside. The dispute escalated when the customer allegedly returned and continued to provoke the group, resulting in the melee caught on camera. Picture courtesy of Amarin Deputy Superintendent Arut confirmed that the other party involved has not yet filed a police report. Authorities are now working to locate the individual and gather more details. In the meantime, police have documented the identities of all four individuals involved in the incident. Immigration officers have also been contacted to investigate whether Carlos, who described himself as the restaurant’s manager, possesses valid work documentation. The case remains under investigation. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-05-27.

Where is the risk of BLEVE in this incident. For a BLEVE to occur you would need direct heat and flame impact on to the tanker, to weaken it. Any fire would not instantly produce a BLEVE, so responders would have time to assess and adjust their response, should a fire ignite. There was no fire and water spray, as deployed here takes the LPG out of its flammable range and will help disperse the vapours. So trained responders, correctly dealing with a non-fire incident, as you would expect any where in the world.

Teen’s Six Hours Ordeal After Finger Gets Stuck in Door Knob Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 16-year-old girl from Pak Thong Chai district endured a six-hour ordeal after her little finger became stuck inside a malfunctioning door knob, prompting a rescue mission to free her. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361887-teen’s-six-hours-ordeal-after-finger-gets-stuck-in-door-knob/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 16-year-old girl from Pak Thong Chai district endured a six-hour ordeal after her little finger became stuck inside a malfunctioning door knob, prompting a rescue mission to free her. According to Mr. Chaisit Phuparat, head of the Hook 31 Rescue Unit in Nakhon Ratchasima, his team was contacted by the emergency department of Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital early morning of 26 May. They were requested to bring specialised cutting tools to assist in freeing the girl’s finger, which had been trapped since approximately 02:00. The teenager, referred to only as Miss A, was trying to unlock the door to her bedroom when the knob jammed. In a desperate attempt to release the mechanism, she inserted her left pinky finger into the keyhole, only to find it stuck and impossible to remove. Over several hours, her finger began to swell, increasing the danger of serious injury. Initial efforts to remove the door knob at her home were unsuccessful. She was then taken to Pak Thong Chai Hospital, which lacked the specialised equipment required for extraction and later transferred to Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital. At the hospital, rescue workers used precision cutting tools to dismantle the door knob piece by piece while doctors administered local anaesthetic to manage her pain. The delicate operation took over 30 minutes. Mr. Chaisit confirmed that the pinky finger was finally released without further injury, though the patient is still under medical observation. Doctors reported that the finger remained numb after removal, raising concerns about possible nerve damage. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-27.

Elder Brother with Mental Illness Fatally Attacks Younger Brother with Machete at Home Picture courtesy of CH7. An incident occurred on 26 May, in Nong Mee Subdistrict, Kut Chum District, Yasothon Province, where a man with a history of mental illness fatally assaulted his younger brother with a machete inside their family home. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361886-elder-brother-with-mental-illness-fatally-attacks-younger-brother-with-machete-at-home/

Picture courtesy of CH7. An incident occurred on 26 May, in Nong Mee Subdistrict, Kut Chum District, Yasothon Province, where a man with a history of mental illness fatally assaulted his younger brother with a machete inside their family home. Police were alerted to a homicide at a two-storey house situated about two kilometres from the nearest community, surrounded by rice fields. Upon arrival, officers, accompanied by a forensic doctor from Kut Chum Hospital and rescue volunteers, discovered the body of 43-year-old Boonmee lying face-up in the ground-floor living room. Boonmee’s face bore severe wounds inflicted by a sharp weapon, with a deep gash extending from his temple to his ear, alongside another wound on his scalp and a further cut on his left wrist. Blood was found pooled on the floor. A blood-stained machete was located at the scene, believed to be the weapon used. The suspect, identified as 52-year-old Samai, the victim’s elder brother, remained at the residence seated near the front veranda. He was reportedly incoherent and is known to suffer from a psychiatric condition. Initial interrogation revealed that Samai admitted to carrying out the attack. Police have taken Samai into custody and are proceeding with legal action in accordance with the law. Adapted by Asean Now from CH7 2025-05-27.

Man Drowns After Motorbike Crash in Roadside Pond in Sisaket Picture courtesy of Naewna. A 22-year-old man drowned after apparently losing control of his motorcycle and plunging into a roadside pond while returning home after dropping off his girlfriend. The accident occurred late on the evening of 25 May in Yang Chum Noi district, Sisaket province. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361885-man-drowns-after-motorbike-crash-in-roadside-pond-in-sisaket/

Picture courtesy of Naewna. A 22-year-old man drowned after apparently losing control of his motorcycle and plunging into a roadside pond while returning home after dropping off his girlfriend. The accident occurred late on the evening of 25 May in Yang Chum Noi district, Sisaket province. Police Lieutenant Watcharawit Phoprom, deputy investigator at Yang Chum Noi Police Station, was alerted on the morning of 26 May to the discovery of a body and a motorcycle submerged in a pond along the road connecting Ban Kut Mueang Ham and Ban Khon Kam. Rescue teams from the Ruam Jai Sisaket Foundation, together with local villagers, recovered the body of the deceased, later identified as Mr. Atithep “Oat”, a 22-year-old resident of Ban Kut Mueang Ham, along with his blue Honda Wave 110i motorcycle from the 1.5-metre-deep pond. Mr. Samorn Kaewphakdee, 59, the local resident who discovered the scene, said he had been out walking in the fields early that morning when he noticed unusual damage to a tree and marks resembling tyre tracks leading into the pond. On closer inspection, he suspected a vehicle may have gone off the road and immediately notified local authorities and police. According to family members, Mr. Atithep had returned to his hometown just days earlier to attend the traditional Bun Bang Fai rocket festival. On the night of the incident, around 19:00, he informed relatives he was heading out to drop his girlfriend off and would be returning shortly before travelling back to work in another province. When he failed to return, his family believed he may have already left for work. Sadly, he was discovered dead the following morning. Medical examiners have taken the body for a full autopsy. Adapted by Asean Now from Naewna 2025-05-27.

SRT Proposes 2 Billion Baht Budget for Nationwide Rail System Upgrades Picture courtesy of Matichon. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has submitted a proposal requesting a budget of 2 billion baht to upgrade the country’s rail infrastructure as part of the government’s 157 billion baht economic stimulus package. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361884-srt-proposes-2-billion-baht-budget-for-nationwide-rail-system-upgrades/

Picture courtesy of Matichon. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has submitted a proposal requesting a budget of 2 billion baht to upgrade the country’s rail infrastructure as part of the government’s 157 billion baht economic stimulus package. Mr. Weerisit Amrapal, Governor of the SRT, revealed that the plan aims to address weaknesses in rail structures across various regions nationwide, where certain sections are vulnerable to subsidence, landslides, and flooding. These issues pose safety risks to rail operations. The project also includes improvements to railway crossing barriers and signalling systems. “The proposed projects cover several areas, including reinforcing bridge foundations to increase load-bearing capacity, constructing retaining walls to prevent soil erosion, installing drainage systems to mitigate flooding, and strengthening areas at risk of natural disasters such as landslides. These measures will ensure the rail infrastructure is safe and reliable for continuous train services,” said Mr. Weerisit. He added that the initial budget request totals 2 billion baht to commence these upgrades. The proposal was formally submitted to the Ministry of Transport. However, the allocation of funds is subject to government approval and prioritisation and project scopes may be adjusted depending on budget constraints. The SRT is prepared to revise details in line with government policies to ensure the stimulus plan can effectively support economic recovery. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-05-27.

Elderly Woman, 80, Lost in Forest Found After Enduring a Day of Heat & Rain Picture courtesy of Amarin. An 80-year-old woman who went missing in the dense forest of Khao Nok Kra Jib, Phetchaburi, has been found after enduring harsh conditions including sun and rain while waiting for help. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361883-elderly-woman-80-lost-in-forest-found-after-enduring-a-day-of-heat-rain/

Picture courtesy of Amarin. An 80-year-old woman who went missing in the dense forest of Khao Nok Kra Jib, Phetchaburi, has been found after enduring harsh conditions including sun and rain while waiting for help. Mrs. Chuen Hringruam, a resident of Nong Pha Thaen village, Cha-am district, went missing on the morning of 25 May while foraging in the forest area of Khao Nok Kra Jib near Ban Don Khun Huai, Phetchaburi. A large-scale search operation involving the village headman, rescue teams from Sawang Sanphet, highway police and over 50 local volunteers was launched immediately, but the woman was not found throughout the day. In the late afternoon of 25 May, the rescue team, led by Mr. Angkarn Jiamtua, head of the special task force of Sawang Sanphet rescue, along with Mr. Udompong Sanmuang, director of Ratchaburi Disaster Response Centre, deployed a heat-detecting drone over hundreds of rai of forest in an attempt to locate Mrs. Chuen. During the search, local villagers from Ban Khao Luk Chang, who were also foraging, encountered the elderly woman around 16:00. She reassured them that she was accustomed to walking in the forest and was not lost. They offered her water and a mango to eat before parting ways. It was only later realised that she had in fact been missing. Relatives, who had joined the search, discovered her abandoned fertilizer sack about two kilometres from the point where she was last seen. Continuing their search into the night, villagers finally located Mrs. Chuen near the Awadon Khun Huai ravine around 21:00. She was found injured, having fallen on a hillside and been stung twice by wasps, which forced her to abandon her sack and flee for safety. Exhausted, she was resting near a local shrine about 3 to 4 kilometres from where she first went missing. Rescue workers promptly provided first aid and carried Mrs. Chuen down the hill on a stretcher before rushing her to Cha-am Hospital. Her condition is reported as stable. Mr. Montree Muangsawasdi, headman of Nong Pha Thaen village, said the search efforts were hampered by heavy rain, making conditions difficult. Upon finding Mrs. Chuen, she was suffering from leg and eye injuries and was unable to walk on her own. He expressed gratitude to all the rescue teams, local villagers, and volunteers for their dedicated efforts in finding and assisting her. Adapted by Asean Now from Amarin 2025-05-27.

UPDATE Driver Surrenders After Crash Kills Father and Son in Nonthaburi Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A van driver has surrendered to police after a road crash claimed the lives of a father and his young son in Nonthaburi. The driver, 40-year-old Mr. Chaiwat Paikhiew, turned himself in at Sai Noi Police Station, following mounting pressure and online speculation linking his vehicle to the fatal crash. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1361750-red-plated-toyota-alphard-hits-father-and-son-flees-scene/#findComment-19827761