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Picture from responders. A road crash involving seven vehicles on the outbound Phahonyothin Road in Pathum Thani early morning on 5 April, has left six people injured after a oil spill caused dangerous driving conditions. The crash occurred around 03:00, at kilometre marker 36+200 in the fast lane of Khlong Nueng subdistrict, Khlong Luang district. Police Lieutenant Worut Phumipak from Khlong Luang Police Station responded to the incident along with traffic officers, local rescue teams from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, Rangsit City Municipality EMS, and volunteers from the Hongsakul unit. At the scene, authorities found a multi-vehicle pile-up comprising four pickup trucks, onetaxi, one car, and an oil tanker. All vehicles were left stranded across the express lane, forcing authorities to close the road temporarily while recovery vehicles cleared the wreckage. Six people, three men and three women, sustained injuries and were promptly transported to nearby hospitals by emergency responders. Mr. Somsak a 59-year-old Isuzu pickup driver from Phetchabun, recounted the incident: “I was returning home from selling vegetables at Si Mum Mueang Market. Suddenly, the rear of my truck was struck, and I heard multiple crashes behind me. Then, a vehicle hit mine. I later found out the road was slick with oil.” A volunteer from the Hongsakul team confirmed the road was covered in oil but could not identify which vehicle caused the spill. Lt. Worut confirmed that the collision was likely caused by the oil spill, which made the road surface treacherously slippery. Authorities have since coordinated with Khlong Luang Municipality’s fire department to spray down the road and remove the oil residue. Tow trucks were brought in to remove all damaged vehicles and reopen the lanes to traffic. The investigation into the source of the oil spill and the precise chain of events remains ongoing. -- 2025-04-06

Picture courtesy of Daily News. An incident has shocked a small community, after a couple drowned while attempting to protect their farmland from advancing wildfires. Mr. Sriwan 67 and his wife Mrs. Sumalee 55, both residents of Baan Nai Soi village in Pang Mu sub-district, Mae Hong Son province, were found dead in a reservoir located roughly 200 metres from their home. The couple had gone out in the late afternoon to clear a firebreak in an effort to prevent a nearby forest blaze from spreading into their property. According to police reports, Mrs. Sumalee was using a coconut broom to sweep dry leaves away from the edge of the reservoir when she slipped on the steep bank and fell into the deep water. Unable to swim, she began to drown. Mr. Sriwan immediately jumped in to save her but was also overcome by the water. Both lost their lives. Local authorities were alerted when the couple failed to return home. A concerned nephew began a search and discovered two face masks floating on the surface of the reservoir along with Mr. Sriwan’s shoes at the water’s edge. Emergency services, including local police, medical personnel from Srisangwan Hospital, and a volunteer rescue foundation, were called to the scene. The couple’s bodies were later recovered from the water. An initial examination by the attending physician found no signs of foul play or external injuries, and it was concluded the couple had been deceased for over four hours. Their family has not raised any suspicions regarding the cause of death, and the bodies were released to relatives for religious rites and cremation. Wildfires continue to rage across Mae Hong Son province, with over 100 hotspots reported daily, placing immense strain on local communities and emergency services. The deceased couple’s deaths highlight the deadly risks residents face as they attempt to protect their homes and livelihoods from encroaching flames. -- 2025-04-06

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A man posing as a licensed engineer has been arrested at his home in Bangkok after allegedly forging official documents and deceiving clients into hiring him for home design and construction projects, one of which resulted in costly building errors. The arrest followed a warrant issued by Buriram Provincial Court (No. 93/2568, dated 24 March 2025) for 45-year-old Mr. Ek who is charged with “fraud by impersonation” and “inputting false information into a computer system.” The suspect was apprehended in front of his residence in Soi Chaeng Watthana 12, Thung Song Hong subdistrict, Lak Si district, Bangkok, by a team led by Pol. Maj. Gen. Wittaya Sriprasertphap, Commander of the Crime Suppression Division (CSD), along with Pol. Col. Suriyasuk Jirawat, Deputy Superintendent of CSD Subdivision 3. Investigators revealed that Mr. Ek had posted in a Facebook group titled “Architect-Engineer-Foreman-Consultant-Headman & Skilled Workers Job Board,” claiming to be a qualified engineer. He allegedly submitted a doctored image of a professional licence to convince a contractor to hire him for a house design project. The first job went smoothly, but problems surfaced when the contractor later engaged him for two additional site inspections. It was then discovered that one of the houses had been built outside its designated boundary markers. When police at Muang Buriram Police Station conducted an identity check, it became clear that Mr. Ek was not the licensed engineer he claimed to be. Authorities contacted the real engineer whose name and details appeared on the forged document. The deception was exposed, prompting the victim to file a formal complaint, leading to the issuance of the arrest warrant. Officers later tracked the suspect to his home in the Chaeng Watthana area, where he was detained. During initial questioning, the suspect denied the charges. He has since been transferred to Muang Buriram Police Station for further legal proceedings. -- 2025-04-06

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has confirmed that the steel used in the Thai-Chinese high-speed rail project meets all international engineering and safety standards, following public concern over structural integrity after a recent earthquake. Mr. Veerith Amrapal, Governor of the SRT, announced that in response to directives from Deputy Prime Minister and Transport Minister Mr. Suriya Juangroongruangkit, the SRT had expedited structural inspections for the third-phase contract area (Section 3-1), which includes the Kaeng Khoi–Klang Dong and Pang Asok–Bandai Ma stretches. This move followed a 28 March earthquake that raised concerns about the safety of infrastructure under construction. According to Mr. Veerith, SRT engineers and independent experts thoroughly examined the affected areas and found no signs of cracking or structural damage. The high-speed rail structures were designed to withstand seismic activity and operational vibrations, in compliance with established engineering standards. Further inspections were carried out in collaboration with specialists from the Department of Rail Transport, the Thai Industrial Standards Institute (TISI), and the Iron and Steel Institute of Thailand. Steel samples were collected from the Muak Lek and Thap Kwang storage sites, where materials for the 3-1 contract section are held. Laboratory testing was conducted to assess a range of engineering and quality benchmarks, including: • Yield Strength • Tensile Strength • Elongation • Bending Test • Chemical Composition The test results confirmed that all steel samples met or exceeded required standards in every category. These findings indicate that the steel is of high quality, structurally sound, and safe for use in railway construction, consistent with international guidelines. Mr. Veerith emphasised that the SRT enforces rigorous quality control measures throughout the entire process. This includes certifying steel at the manufacturing stage, testing materials upon arrival at construction sites, and continuous monitoring during construction. Only materials that pass all required inspections are approved for use, ensuring compliance with contract conditions and maintaining public safety. -- 2025-04-06

Picture from responders. One person has died and eight others have been injured following a five-vehicle crash on Phahonyothin Road in Saraburi province. The crash, which occurred at kilometre marker 104 in the inbound lane toward Bangkok, involved a six-wheeled lorry, a motorcycle, a staff shuttle bus, a 22-wheel trailer truck, and a Thailand Post delivery truck. Pol. Sub-Lt. Sarawi Jaemjang from Muang Saraburi Police Station received the emergency call early morning on 5 April and arrived on the scene with rescue personnel from the Sawang Rattanatrai Thammasathan Foundation. A Honda motorcycle was found crushed and dragged by an Isuzu six-wheeled lorry registered in Saraburi. The impact was so severe that the rider’s helmet was thrown off, and the victim was pronounced dead at the scene. A woman who had been riding pillion sustained serious injuries, including a fractured right leg, and was rushed to Saraburi Hospital. Further investigation at the site revealed that three more vehicles had collided. A company staff shuttle bus had crashed into the rear of a postal delivery lorry after it was struck from behind by a 22-wheel cement trailer. Seven female workers onboard the shuttle bus were injured, with three sent to Saraburi Hospital and four to Kasemrad Saraburi Hospital. Mr. Wisit, 56, the postal lorry driver, said he witnessed the initial crash when a six-wheeled truck hit the motorcycle. As traffic suddenly slowed, he braked, only to be rear-ended by the large cement trailer, which was followed closely by the shuttle bus crashing into the back of the six-wheeled lorry. Mr. Mongkol, 34, the cement trailer driver, stated he had been transporting cement from Kaeng Khoi district to Bangkok. He said a pickup truck in the middle lane abruptly braked, causing the postal lorry to swerve. Though he attempted to brake, he was unable to avoid a collision. The driver of the staff shuttle bus explained that he had been en route to drop workers off for the morning shift. As he tried to veer slightly right to avoid the pile-up ahead, the trailer also shifted lanes, leading to a glancing collision between the two vehicles. Police have gathered statements from all involved drivers and recorded evidence at the scene. The body of the deceased has been sent for a full autopsy at Saraburi Hospital to determine the precise cause of death. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the exact cause of the multi-vehicle crash. -- 2025-04-06

EVA Air Flight BR67 Makes Emergency Landing at Suvarnabhumi After Circling Thai Skies Picture courtesy of Matichon. An EVA Air flight en route from Bangkok to London was forced to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport on April 5, after circling over Thailand’s airspace for several hours. Flight BR67, which had departed at 13:01 from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, experienced an issue that led to a dramatic change in itsflight path. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356913-eva-air-flight-br67-makes-emergency-landing-at-suvarnabhumi-after-circling-thai-skies/

Bangkok Building Collapse: China Defends Its Companies Heavy machineries are deployed to clear the rubble from an under construction high-rise building that collapsed after Friday's earthquake in Bangkok, Thailand, Wednesday, April 2, 2025. (AP Photo/Manish Swarup) The Chinese embassy implores against defaming Chinese firms following the collapse of an unfinished State Audit building during last week’s earthquake in Bangkok. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1356867-bangkok-building-collapse-china-defends-its-companies/

Picture from responders. A man and woman were killed in the early hours of the morning of 5 April, after the high-powered motorcycle they were riding slammed into the rear of a ten-wheel lorry in Bangkok, splitting the bike in two and hurling their bodies across the road. The fatal crash occurred at approximately 04:30, on outbound Phetchaburi Road near Wat Mai Chong Lom in Bang Kapi Subdistrict, Huai Khwang District. Police Lieutenant Paisan Suthaphot of Makkasan Police Station, together with medical staff from Ramathibodi Hospital and rescue workers from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation, responded swiftly to the emergency. At the scene, officers found a black Ducati big bike torn apart and severely damaged, lying on the inbound lane of Phetchaburi Road, around 15 metres from the point of impact. Nearby, the bodies of a man and a woman were discovered with multiple fractures and signs of catastrophic trauma. They were pronounced dead at the scene. The victims were later identified as Mr. Jakraphat 28, who was driving the motorcycle, and Ms. Chaloda 29, who was riding pillion. The lorry involved in the crash, a white Hino ten-wheeler registered in Bangkok, was found parked across the outbound lane with damage to the rear right-hand side. Its rear lights were broken, and debris including the bike’s front shock absorbers and fuel tank was strewn across the road. An eyewitness reported hearing the roar of the big bike moments before the crash. “I heard the engine screaming down the road and then saw the bike hit the back of the lorry at high speed. The impact was massive, the motorcycle shattered, and the riders were thrown into the opposite lane.” Police have temporarily closed both sides of the road to clear the wreckage and document the scene. Investigators reviewed CCTV footage from nearby cameras and interviewed witnesses as part of their inquiry. The bodies of the deceased have been transferred to the forensic unit at Ramathibodi Hospital for autopsy. Authorities are in the process of contacting the families to arrange for the release of the bodies. -- 2025-04-06

Chinese Businessman Found Dead on a Pattaya Beach Picture courtesy of SiamNews. A 40-year-old Chinese national, identified as Mr Ronghua Qiu, was discovered dead early morning on 5 April, on a secluded stretch of a Pattaya beach, sparking mystery and speculation about the cause of his untimely demise. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356907-chinese-businessman-found-dead-on-a-pattaya-beach/

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UPDATE Police Chief Removed for Failing to Report Bomb Incident Involving 9-Year-Old Picture courtesy of Khoasod. In a dramatic move, the Superintendent of Wang Sai Phun Police Station in Phichit province has been removed from his position for failing to report a shocking incident in which a 9-year-old boy died after picking up an explosive device. The decision was made by Police Lieutenant General Kittisak Durongkhiboon, Commissioner of Provincial Police Region 6, who signed an urgent order reassigning Police Colonel Amornwit Mantong from his post. The removal comes in response to a serious dereliction of duty, after he failed to promptly notify authorities about the fatal incident. According to the directive, an internal police radio message (No. 0021.122/311) clearly instructed all station heads to report any major, distressing, or newsworthy incidents to the Region 6 Commissioner within one hour of occurrence. Despite this, no report was made following an event that took place in the Wang Sai Phun jurisdiction: a 9-year-old child had picked up what turned out to be an explosive device, which subsequently detonated, killing the boy. To ensure a thorough investigation and uphold transparency and accountability, the following measures have been implemented: 1. Police Colonel Amornwit Mantong is to be reassigned to assist at the Region 6 Operations Centre, relieved of all duties in his previous role. 2. Police Colonel Sucheep Sittirat, Deputy Commander of Phichit Provincial Police, is appointed Acting Superintendent of Wang Sai Phun Police Station until further notice. These changes are effective immediately and will remain in place until an official order declares otherwise. The nature of the child’s death, coupled with the failure to report the incident, has prompted concerns about communication and procedural compliance within local law enforcement agencies. The investigation into both the circumstances of the explosion and the oversight in reporting is ongoing. -- 2025-04-06

EVA Air Flight BR67 Makes Emergency Landing at Suvarnabhumi After Circling Thai Skies Picture courtesy of Matichon. An EVA Air flight en route from Bangkok to London was forced to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport on April 5, after circling over Thailand’s airspace for several hours. Flight BR67, which had departed at 13:01 from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, experienced an issue that led to a dramatic change in itsflight path. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356913-eva-air-flight-br67-makes-emergency-landing-at-suvarnabhumi-after-circling-thai-skies/

Picture courtesy of Matichon. An EVA Air flight en route from Bangkok to London was forced to make an emergency landing at Suvarnabhumi Airport on April 5, after circling over Thailand’s airspace for several hours. Flight BR67, which had departed at 13:01 from Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, experienced an issue that led to a dramatic change in its flight path. According to reports, the plane, which had been flying towards London, was unable to continue on its course due to a problem with its front landing gear. As a precaution, the pilots made the decision to burn fuel in order to reduce the aircraft’s weight to a safe level before initiating an emergency landing. The aircraft, a Boeing 777-36N (ER) registration B-16738, was carrying a full complement of passengers, began to circle in Thai airspace while the pilots carried out the necessary procedures to ensure the safety of all on board. After several hours of circling, the decision was made to return to Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thankfully, the flight landed safely back at the airport with no reported injuries. Emergency crews were on standby as the plane touched down, and the passengers were taken off the aircraft. A spokesperson for EVA Air later confirmed that the incident was caused by a problem with the front wheel’s tyre, which prompted the emergency landing. The airline expressed gratitude for the professionalism of its flight crew and reassured passengers that their safety remained its top priority. Following the safe landing, the airline will continue to investigate the cause of the issue with the landing gear and has promised to take appropriate steps to ensure the safety of future flights. -- 2025-04-05

Chinese Businessman Found Dead on a Pattaya Beach Picture courtesy of SiamNews. A 40-year-old Chinese national, identified as Mr Ronghua Qiu, was discovered dead early morning on 5 April, on a secluded stretch of a Pattaya beach, sparking mystery and speculation about the cause of his untimely demise. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356907-chinese-businessman-found-dead-on-a-pattaya-beach/

Picture courtesy of SiamNews. A 40-year-old Chinese national, identified as Mr Ronghua Qiu, was discovered dead early morning on 5 April, on a secluded stretch of a Pattaya beach, sparking mystery and speculation about the cause of his untimely demise. At approximately0 7:30, Pol. Lt. Saijai Kamchulla of Pattaya City Police Station received a report of a foreign man found dead near the rear of a beachfront hotel in the Yinyom Beach area of South Pattaya, Chonburi Province. Officers attended the scene along with senior police investigators, forensic teams, tourist police, medics from Pattaya Patamakun Hospital, and rescue volunteers. The body was discovered on a rocky and sandy section of the shore, lying face-down with both arms buried in the sand. Mr Qiu was dressed in a white T-shirt, which had been rolled up to his neck, and long denim jeans. Near the body, authorities found a mobile phone and one sandal. A passport and a bankbook were also recovered from his person, the latter indicating an account held in Chiang Rai with an approximate balance of 60,000 baht. All items were taken into evidence. Preliminary forensic examination revealed abrasions to the victim’s forehead and neck, as well as a laceration above his right eyebrow. Blood was seen seeping from his nostrils, and it is believed he had been dead for between 6 and 12 hours before being found. Hotel staff nearby reported noticing the body while cleaning the beach in the morning. They confirmed that Mr Qiu was not a guest at their establishment. According to immigration records, Mr Qiu had entered Thailand on a tourist visa under the exclusive Thailand Privilege Card scheme, intended for wealthy visitors. He first arrived in early 2023 and had travelled in and out of the country on several occasions. His most recent registered residence was in the Talay Jomtien housing estate, located approximately 2–3 kilometres from where his body was found. Pol. Col. Anek Sarathongyu, superintendent of Pattaya City Police, stated that the exact cause of death has not yet been determined. Initial medical opinion suggests he may have slipped, hit his head on a rock, lost consciousness, and drowned. However, a full post-mortem examination will be conducted at the Police General Hospital’s Institute of Forensic Medicine in Bangkok to ascertain the precise cause of death. The investigation remains ongoing. -- 2025-04-05

UPDATE 6 Foreign Tourists Injured as Tour Bus Skids Off Highway in Surat Thani Further details have emerged following the tour bus crashin Surat Thani, on 5 April, which left six foreign tourists injured while en route to Koh Samui. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356809-tour-bus-crashes-off-road-in-surat-thani-–-multiple-injuries-including-foreign-tourists/#findComment-19710513

UPDATE 6 Foreign Tourists Injured as Tour Bus Skids Off Highway in Surat Thani Picture from responders. Further details have emerged following the tour bus crashin Surat Thani, on 5 April, which left six foreign tourists injured while en route to Koh Samui. The crash occurred along Southern Seaboard Highway 44 in the Phra Saeng district. The bus, operated by Rittichai Tourism, had departed from Ao Nang in Krabi and was heading toward the popular island destination when it veered off the road, reportedly due to wet surface conditions. According to Police Lieutenant Colonel Suriyan Petchuay, Chief Inspector of Bang Sawan Police Station, the vehicle was carrying 40 international tourists along with three Thai staff members. Six passengers sustained injuries. Among them, British and Malaysian nationals were treated for more serious injuries including cervical spine fractures and facial trauma. They remain under observation at Bangkok Hospital Surat in Surat Thani City. Two Dutch nationals and tourists from France and Germany also suffered minor injuries but were treated and discharged shortly after. The remaining uninjured passengers were later transported to Koh Samui to continue their journey. Authorities have since confirmed that the bus driver is facing charges of reckless driving. Further charges may be added depending on the recovery time of the injured. “If any of the victims require more than 20 days of medical treatment, the charges could escalate,” said Lt. Col. Suriyan. “It was fortunate the bus didn’t collide with trees or utility poles, which could have resulted in a far graver outcome.” Police continue to investigate the precise cause of Friday’s crash, and safety audits on the tour bus operator are expected to follow. -- 2025-04-04

Two Monks Electrocuted While Preparing for Songkran Festival in Buriram Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An incident occurred on the afternoon of 4 April, at Wat Pho Yoi in Ban Yang Subdistrict, Lam Plai Mat District, Buriram Province, when three monks received electric shocks, while helping to set up decorations for an upcoming Songkran celebration. Two monks lost their lives, and one was injured. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356881-two-monks-electrocuted-while-preparing-for-songkran-festival-in-buriram/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. An incident occurred on the afternoon of 4 April, at Wat Pho Yoi in Ban Yang Subdistrict, Lam Plai Mat District, Buriram Province, when three monks received electric shocks, while helping to set up decorations for an upcoming Songkran celebration. Two monks lost their lives, and one was injured. At approximately 14:30, rescue officials received a distress call reporting that three monks had suffered the shocks while working with local villagers to erect bamboo poles intended to hold decorative flags and lighting around the temple’s floating pavilion, in preparation for Songkran festivities scheduled for April 13–15. Eyewitnesses say the incident happened when a bamboo pole came into contact with a high-voltage power line. The pole, which may have still been damp from residual moisture and conducted electricity. Two of the monks collapsed immediately and lost consciousness, while the third, a 68-year-old senior monk known as Luang Pho Auey, suffered numbness in his limbs but survived. Locals witnessing the incident rushed to perform CPR on the two unconscious monks and quickly alerted the local health centre and emergency services. The monks were taken to Lam Plai Mat Hospital, where medical personnel made every effort to resuscitate them, but sadly, both were pronounced dead shortly after arrival. The deceased monks have been identified as Phra Natthaphum Saokeha, 25, who was ordained on March 16 and Phra Phanuphong Saokeha, 22, ordained on March 8. The two were cousins. Their deaths have cast a pall of sorrow over the temple and the local community, who had been eagerly preparing for the Songkran festival. Luang Pho Auey, the surviving monk, recounted the incident with visible grief. “We were preparing the area with flags and decorations. The bamboo pole must have touched the high-voltage line. It happened so fast. I felt the shock too, but I managed to let go. The others weren’t so lucky.” Mr. Sombun, a 62-year-old resident who witnessed the event, described the chaos and panic that ensued. “It was horrifying. We saw the two monks fall and tried everything to save them. We never thought it would end like this.” -- 2025-04-05

Retired Man Shoots Neighbour Dead Over Dog Dispute in Lamphun Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 62-year-old retired man has surrendered to police after fatally shooting his neighbour during a heated dispute over a dog that had allegedly caused a previous accident. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356880-retired-man-shoots-neighbour-dead-over-dog-dispute-in-lamphun/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod. A 62-year-old retired man has surrendered to police after fatally shooting his neighbour during a heated dispute over a dog that had allegedly caused a previous accident. The shooting occurred on the evening of April 3 in a rice field near Ban Chaeson, Moo 1, Huai Yap sub-district, Ban Thi district, Lamphun province. Police from Ban Thi Station, along with rescue workers and a forensic doctor from Ban Thi Hospital, arrived at the scene to find the body of Mr Suthat, 63, lying in a pool of blood beside his vehicle in a field. He had suffered multiple gunshot wounds. According to investigators, Mr Suthat had been performing his tasks, tending to his rice field and cattle shed, when the incident took place around 19:30. His wife reportedly rushed to the scene after hearing gunshots and discovered his lifeless body. Shortly after the incident, the suspect, Mr Sinsawat, 62, turned himself in to police. He brought with him the firearm used in the shooting and three spent bullet casings. During questioning, Mr Sinsawat admitted to shooting Mr Suthat, claiming he had been repeatedly harassed by the victim’s dog, which had chased him on several occasions, one of which allegedly caused an accident. The two men were known to have ongoing disputes about the dog, and according to police, a heated argument escalated into violence that evening. Mr Sinsawat has been charged with homicide and is currently being held in custody pending further investigation. Police have pledged to conduct a thorough and fair inquiry to ensure justice is served for both parties. -- 2025-04-05

Falling Tree Branch Causes Crash in Nakhon Ratchasima, 1 Killed, 1 Seriously Injured Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A routine trip home from the hospital turned tragic when a pickup truck swerved to avoid a fallen tree branch and collided with another roadside tree, killing an elderly passenger and seriously injuring two others. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356878-falling-tree-branch-causes-crash-in-nakhon-ratchasima-1-killed-1-seriously-injured/

Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A routine trip home from the hospital turned tragic when a pickup truck swerved to avoid a fallen tree branch and collided with another roadside tree, killing an elderly passenger and seriously injuring two others. The incident occurred along the Phimai-Chum Phuang Road, at kilometre marker 24–25, in Ban Nong Chik, Phosai Subdistrict, Phimai District. Police Lieutenant Colonel (Investigation) Karawika Manopsilpa from Phimai Police Station received the report at approximately 16:45 on 4 April and rushed to the scene with rescue teams from Hook 31 Phimai. At the scene, officers found a bronze Isuzu pickup truck with Buriram registration damaged at the front, having slammed into a roadside tree. The driver, Mr. Adisak, 23, sustained a head injury and was trapped inside the vehicle. In the front passenger seat was his grandfather, Mr. Somporn, 74, who had sustained critical injuries and was found with no detectable pulse. Emergency responders attempted CPR but were unable to revive him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene. In the back seat, rescuers found Mrs. Som, Mr. Somporn’s wife, with serious injuries. She was stabilised at the scene and then rushed to Phimai Hospital for emergency treatment. Mr. Adisak told police that he had been driving his grandparents home from a scheduled medical appointment at Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital. As they travelled through a tree-covered section of the road, a large branch suddenly fell in their path. In an attempt to swerve and avoid it, he lost control of the vehicle, causing it to veer off the road and crash into a tree. Police have launched an investigation to determine the full circumstances of the accident. -- 2025-04-05

Thailand Post Confirms Major Data Breach, 19 Million Records Leaked to Dark Web Picture courtesy of Matichon. Thailand Post (Thailand Post Co., Ltd.) has confirmed a significant data breach in which 19 million user records were stolen and leaked onto the dark web. The organisation has since taken immediate action to seal the vulnerability and enhance its data protection measures. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1356877-thailand-post-confirms-major-data-breach-19-million-records-leaked-to-dark-web/

Pictures courtesy of Matichon. Thailand Post (Thailand Post Co., Ltd.) has confirmed a significant data breach in which 19 million user records were stolen and leaked onto the dark web. The organisation has since taken immediate action to seal the vulnerability and enhance its data protection measures. In an official statement released on its Facebook page, the state enterprise admitted that customer information had been accessed without authorisation. However, it clarified that no financial transaction data was compromised in the breach. The company issued a formal apology to its users and stated that it had already shut down the access point exploited by the attackers. Thailand Post also announced a tightening of its data security protocols and reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding personal information. To address the incident, Thailand Post is now working closely with the National Cyber Security Agency (NCSA) and the Personal Data Protection Committee (PDPC) to investigate the breach and implement robust preventative measures. Legal proceedings have also been initiated in response to the unlawful access and sale of the data. According to reports, the stolen data, comprising 19 million records, was offered for sale on dark web marketplaces. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to determine the full impact of the breach and identify those responsible. -- 2025-04-05