https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around Thailandenhttps://aseannow.com/thailand-news/foreign-couple-face-mental-assessment-after-baby-death-r2302/Police in Udon Thani have arranged psychiatric assessments for a foreign couple accused of abandoning a baby girl who later died after being found beneath a rain tree in the province. The suspects, a 39-year-old Swedish man and a 29-year-old African American woman, have refused to cooperate with investigators, denied the charges against them and repeatedly chanted prayers while in police custody. Get today's headlines by email According to police, surveillance footage showed the couple abandoning the baby girl beneath a rain tree at 9.20am on June 10. The infant was only discovered at 5.30pm the same day, unconscious and described as bluish-green in colour. A police officer performed CPR before the child was taken to hospital, but medical staff were unable to save her. Authorities later launched an investigation to identify those responsible and determine the circumstances surrounding the child’s death. The couple were arrested at a hotel in the Nong Bua community of Udon Thani municipality at 1pm on June 11. They face charges of murder and child abandonment resulting in death. Picture courtesy of TNR Police said passport checks revealed both suspects had overstayed their visas in Thailand since March. During the arrest, the Swedish man allegedly resisted officers and had to be physically restrained before being taken to Udon Thani police station, while the woman wept and denied abandoning the child. Upon arriving at the station, the pair requested permission to chant what officers described as a religious or sect-related incantation. Investigators said the suspects consistently denied the allegations and gave evasive responses during questioning. The investigation has also established that the woman gave birth approximately two weeks ago in Nong Khai before the baby was later abandoned in Udon Thani. The case has drawn significant attention as authorities continue efforts to establish the exact cause of the infant’s death. Police said both suspects have refused to acknowledge the arrest warrants, declined to cooperate with the investigation and refused to undergo drug testing. Investigators are now awaiting the results of the psychiatric assessments, an autopsy examination and DNA testing to confirm the child’s identity and determine how she died. Police have also coordinated with the embassies of both countries so diplomatic representatives can participate in the investigation. The ThaiNewsRoom reported that the findings from the medical and forensic examinations are expected to play a key role in determining the next steps in the case and supporting any future legal proceedings. Related story Foreign-couple-held-after-baby-found-dead-in-Udon-Thani Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thai newsroom 13 June 2026Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:46:45 +0000Police in Udon Thani have arranged psychiatric assessments for a foreign couple accused of abandoning a baby girl who later died after being found beneath a rain tree in the province. The suspects, a 39-year-old Swedish man and a 29-year-old African American woman, have refused to cooperate with investigators, denied the charges against them and repeatedly chanted prayers while in police custody. Get today's headlines by email According to police, surveillance footage showed the couple abandoning the baby girl beneath a rain tree at 9.20am on June 10. The infant was only discovered at 5.30pm the same day, unconscious and described as bluish-green in colour. A police officer performed CPR before the child was taken to hospital, but medical staff were unable to save her. Authorities later launched an investigation to identify those responsible and determine the circumstances surrounding the child’s death. The couple were arrested at a hotel in the Nong Bua community of Udon Thani municipality at 1pm on June 11. They face charges of murder and child abandonment resulting in death. Picture courtesy of TNR Police said passport checks revealed both suspects had overstayed their visas in Thailand since March. During the arrest, the Swedish man allegedly resisted officers and had to be physically restrained before being taken to Udon Thani police station, while the woman wept and denied abandoning the child. Upon arriving at the station, the pair requested permission to chant what officers described as a religious or sect-related incantation. Investigators said the suspects consistently denied the allegations and gave evasive responses during questioning. The investigation has also established that the woman gave birth approximately two weeks ago in Nong Khai before the baby was later abandoned in Udon Thani. The case has drawn significant attention as authorities continue efforts to establish the exact cause of the infant’s death. Police said both suspects have refused to acknowledge the arrest warrants, declined to cooperate with the investigation and refused to undergo drug testing. Investigators are now awaiting the results of the psychiatric assessments, an autopsy examination and DNA testing to confirm the child’s identity and determine how she died. Police have also coordinated with the embassies of both countries so diplomatic representatives can participate in the investigation. The ThaiNewsRoom reported that the findings from the medical and forensic examinations are expected to play a key role in determining the next steps in the case and supporting any future legal proceedings. Related story Foreign-couple-held-after-baby-found-dead-in-Udon-Thani Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thai newsroom 13 June 2026 View full articleFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:46:45 +0000Roof tiles 100%Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:45:59 +0000Electric conduit installs underwayFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:42:56 +0000Of course ....Epstein on speed dial !Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:42:13 +0000Nah, the authorities decide what's legit on the streets. And they keep the bars in check. Thailand doesn't need Western reporters trying to tell them how to run the country.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:34:34 +0000Bit too stable for most of us !Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:27:25 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/briton-cuts-living-costs-with-move-to-chiang-mai-r2301/A British man who left the UK due to rising living costs says he now lives comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on just GBP800 a month, compared with more than GBP3,000 a month previously. Robert Hoadley, 45, from Portsmouth, relocated in 2025 and says the move has given him greater financial freedom, improved work-life balance and a healthier lifestyle. Get today's headlines by email Robert spent years working in construction before deciding to leave the UK. He said he had become frustrated by working long hours simply to cover increasing expenses and felt he had little freedom to enjoy life. After deciding he did not want to wait until retirement to pursue a different lifestyle, he sold everything he owned and moved more than 6,000 miles away to Thailand. Now based in Chiang Mai, Robert works online as a content creator, producing material about the cost of living and relocating abroad. He is developing multiple online income streams that allow him to work remotely. His social media platform, Sea Turkey Adventures, has attracted more than 6,000 followers, with some videos receiving over 200,000 views. Robert says daily life in Thailand is significantly less stressful. He highlighted lower living costs, affordable leisure activities and a wider range of lifestyle options, including gyms, cafes, swimming pools and outdoor pursuits. He also noted that pints can cost as little as GBP2, although he says he now drinks less than he did in the UK and focuses more on health, fitness and routine. According to Robert, one of the biggest benefits is the reduced financial pressure. He said many people underestimate how far money can stretch abroad and believes Thailand offers good food, friendly people, a strong expatriate community and a high quality of life at a fraction of UK costs. He added that the warmer climate and more relaxed pace of life have also contributed to his overall happiness. Despite the positives, Robert acknowledges there are aspects of Britain he still misses. He cited friends and family, traditional pub culture, certain foods and what he described as the UK’s distinctive sense of humour and sarcasm. He said those qualities are difficult to replace, even though he is satisfied with his decision to move overseas. The Mirror reported that as he continues building his online business and audience, Robert says he remains committed to his new life in Thailand. His experience reflects a growing interest among some Britons in seeking lower living costs and different lifestyles abroad while maintaining remote sources of income. Pictures courtesy of The Mirror Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Mirror 13 June 2026Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:24:54 +0000A British man who left the UK due to rising living costs says he now lives comfortably in Chiang Mai, Thailand, on just GBP800 a month, compared with more than GBP3,000 a month previously. Robert Hoadley, 45, from Portsmouth, relocated in 2025 and says the move has given him greater financial freedom, improved work-life balance and a healthier lifestyle. Get today's headlines by email Robert spent years working in construction before deciding to leave the UK. He said he had become frustrated by working long hours simply to cover increasing expenses and felt he had little freedom to enjoy life. After deciding he did not want to wait until retirement to pursue a different lifestyle, he sold everything he owned and moved more than 6,000 miles away to Thailand. Now based in Chiang Mai, Robert works online as a content creator, producing material about the cost of living and relocating abroad. He is developing multiple online income streams that allow him to work remotely. His social media platform, Sea Turkey Adventures, has attracted more than 6,000 followers, with some videos receiving over 200,000 views. Robert says daily life in Thailand is significantly less stressful. He highlighted lower living costs, affordable leisure activities and a wider range of lifestyle options, including gyms, cafes, swimming pools and outdoor pursuits. He also noted that pints can cost as little as GBP2, although he says he now drinks less than he did in the UK and focuses more on health, fitness and routine. According to Robert, one of the biggest benefits is the reduced financial pressure. He said many people underestimate how far money can stretch abroad and believes Thailand offers good food, friendly people, a strong expatriate community and a high quality of life at a fraction of UK costs. He added that the warmer climate and more relaxed pace of life have also contributed to his overall happiness. Despite the positives, Robert acknowledges there are aspects of Britain he still misses. He cited friends and family, traditional pub culture, certain foods and what he described as the UK’s distinctive sense of humour and sarcasm. He said those qualities are difficult to replace, even though he is satisfied with his decision to move overseas. The Mirror reported that as he continues building his online business and audience, Robert says he remains committed to his new life in Thailand. His experience reflects a growing interest among some Britons in seeking lower living costs and different lifestyles abroad while maintaining remote sources of income. Pictures courtesy of The Mirror Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Mirror 13 June 2026 View full articleFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:24:54 +0000Never seems to have done a decent thing .........in his life !Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:24:40 +0000DomeFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:20:58 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/canadian-man-dies-after-jumping-from-factory-in-bang-phli-r2300/A 40-year-old Canadian man died after jumping headfirst from the second floor of a factory building in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, on 12 June 2026, despite attempts by police to calm him. The incident caused shock and alarm among factory workers and local residents who witnessed the event. Get today's headlines by email CCTV footage from a private company in Bang Phli Yai captured the shirtless man running into the factory in an agitated state before heading directly to the second floor. Employees reportedly called out to him and attempted to stop him for his own safety, but he ignored their warnings. Additional footage showed the man using his elbow to smash a glass door leading to a balcony. He then climbed through the broken glass and stood outside on the balcony, shouting loudly in a manner witnesses described as resembling someone in a distressed or frenzied state. Police patrol officers from Bang Kaew Police Station responded to reports of the incident and attempted to approach the man on foot. Officers spoke to him in English and tried to persuade him to come down safely, but he did not respond to their efforts. Shortly afterwards, the man leapt headfirst from the balcony and struck the concrete ground below. Emergency responders and rescue workers attended the scene and checked for signs of life, but he was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his head injuries. Police and medical personnel identified the deceased only as Ryan, aged 40, a Canadian national. Investigators found that he had been staying at a hotel located approximately 500 metres from the factory. Detectives later searched his hotel room for evidence. Inside, they discovered extensive signs of damage and disorder, with belongings scattered across the room. Investigators also found that the hotel’s refrigerator had been moved and left inside the bathroom, indicating what police described as severely disturbed behaviour before he left the hotel. A cleaner employed at the company, who was the first witness to the incident, said the man initially appeared to be heading towards the factory toilets before suddenly changing direction and running upstairs. She said he then smashed the glass door, climbed outside and jumped. Naewna reported that police have recorded the incident and notified Thailand’s Foreign Affairs Division and the Canadian Embassy in Thailand so that the man’s relatives can be informed. His body has been transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine at Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, for a post-mortem examination, including tests for drugs and alcohol, while investigators continue to determine the cause of his apparent state of distress. 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 help. Pictures courtesy of Naewna Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Naewna 13 June 2026Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:18:15 +0000SaltFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:18:15 +0000A 40-year-old Canadian man died after jumping headfirst from the second floor of a factory building in Bang Phli, Samut Prakan, on 12 June 2026, despite attempts by police to calm him. The incident caused shock and alarm among factory workers and local residents who witnessed the event. Get today's headlines by email CCTV footage from a private company in Bang Phli Yai captured the shirtless man running into the factory in an agitated state before heading directly to the second floor. Employees reportedly called out to him and attempted to stop him for his own safety, but he ignored their warnings. Additional footage showed the man using his elbow to smash a glass door leading to a balcony. He then climbed through the broken glass and stood outside on the balcony, shouting loudly in a manner witnesses described as resembling someone in a distressed or frenzied state. Police patrol officers from Bang Kaew Police Station responded to reports of the incident and attempted to approach the man on foot. Officers spoke to him in English and tried to persuade him to come down safely, but he did not respond to their efforts. Shortly afterwards, the man leapt headfirst from the balcony and struck the concrete ground below. Emergency responders and rescue workers attended the scene and checked for signs of life, but he was pronounced dead at the scene due to the severity of his head injuries. Police and medical personnel identified the deceased only as Ryan, aged 40, a Canadian national. Investigators found that he had been staying at a hotel located approximately 500 metres from the factory. Detectives later searched his hotel room for evidence. Inside, they discovered extensive signs of damage and disorder, with belongings scattered across the room. Investigators also found that the hotel’s refrigerator had been moved and left inside the bathroom, indicating what police described as severely disturbed behaviour before he left the hotel. A cleaner employed at the company, who was the first witness to the incident, said the man initially appeared to be heading towards the factory toilets before suddenly changing direction and running upstairs. She said he then smashed the glass door, climbed outside and jumped. Naewna reported that police have recorded the incident and notified Thailand’s Foreign Affairs Division and the Canadian Embassy in Thailand so that the man’s relatives can be informed. His body has been transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine at Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute, Faculty of Medicine Ramathibodi Hospital, for a post-mortem examination, including tests for drugs and alcohol, while investigators continue to determine the cause of his apparent state of distress. 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 help. Pictures courtesy of Naewna Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Naewna 13 June 2026 View full articleFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:18:15 +0000Imagine trying to explain to the grandkids: “Back in my day, people risked prison to steal… CDs.”Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:17:21 +0000I would if I could. Also, if I did I would be able to write about it here. Maybe I can. I think I can. On second thought: I am not so sure immigration officers like foreigners.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:15:22 +0000Go all in and date a Royal Thai Immigration OfficerFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:11:57 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/pattaya-weapons-suspect-linked-to-4000-scam-cases-r2299/A Chinese national Mingchen Sun, 30, who was previously arrested following the discovery of weapons and explosives linked to a Pattaya-area case, has now been connected to more than 4,000 technology crime cases in Thailand. Authorities have seized and frozen assets worth more than 583 million baht as part of an expanding investigation into a major transnational scam network. Get today's headlines by email The announcement was made on 12 June at the Technology Crime Suppression Division headquarters in Muang Thong Thani. Police said Mingchen Sun is connected to a major scammer network associated with Prince Group and is believed to be a senior beneficiary within the organisation. The investigation stems from a vehicle rollover crash in Na Jomtien, Chon Buri, in May. Following the accident, officers searched a property linked to Mingchen Sun and discovered a cache of weapons and high-powered explosives, resulting in criminal proceedings that drew national attention. Pol Lt Gen Surapol Prembutr, Commissioner of the Technology Crime Suppression Division, said cyber investigators traced financial transactions linked to five major hybrid scam cases involving fraudulent investment platforms. The cases were handled by Din Daeng, Tao Poon and Sala Daeng police stations, together with the Technology Crime Suppression Division 2. Picture courtesy of Matichon Investigators found that bank accounts registered in Mingchen Sun’s name were receiving funds transferred through networks of mule accounts. More than 100 million baht was allegedly routed through these accounts. Further analysis of Thailand’s online crime reporting system revealed that the accounts were linked to more than 4,000 inbound and outbound cybercrime cases. Police estimate the combined financial losses connected to those cases exceed 815 million baht. On 9 June, officers launched Operation Dragon’s Lair, conducting raids at 14 locations across Bangkok, Samut Prakan and Chiang Mai. The sites were allegedly connected to the holding of assets and movement of funds within the network. Matichon reported that authorities seized or froze assets, including luxury homes, villas, condominiums, high-end vehicles, land title deeds and digital evidence. The total value of the assets recovered was reported at more than 583 million baht. Pol Lt Gen Surapol said Mingchen Sun is regarded as a deputy-level leader or upper-tier beneficiary within the criminal organisation. Investigators believe he played a significant role in managing proceeds generated by the network’s operations. The Royal Thai Police and cyber police have established a joint task force to review all connected cases and analyse the digital evidence obtained during the investigation. Authorities say further asset seizures and additional arrest warrants targeting senior members of the network are expected as the inquiry continues. Related stories Thai-police-intensify-crackdown-on-foreign-crime-networks Chinese-man-held-over-possible-Pattaya-terror-plot Police-probe-scam-links-in-pattaya-weapons-case Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 13 June 2026Fri, 12 Jun 2026 22:08:44 +0000A Chinese national Mingchen Sun, 30, who was previously arrested following the discovery of weapons and explosives linked to a Pattaya-area case, has now been connected to more than 4,000 technology crime cases in Thailand. Authorities have seized and frozen assets worth more than 583 million baht as part of an expanding investigation into a major transnational scam network. Get today's headlines by email The announcement was made on 12 June at the Technology Crime Suppression Division headquarters in Muang Thong Thani. Police said Mingchen Sun is connected to a major scammer network associated with Prince Group and is believed to be a senior beneficiary within the organisation. The investigation stems from a vehicle rollover crash in Na Jomtien, Chon Buri, in May. Following the accident, officers searched a property linked to Mingchen Sun and discovered a cache of weapons and high-powered explosives, resulting in criminal proceedings that drew national attention. Pol Lt Gen Surapol Prembutr, Commissioner of the Technology Crime Suppression Division, said cyber investigators traced financial transactions linked to five major hybrid scam cases involving fraudulent investment platforms. The cases were handled by Din Daeng, Tao Poon and Sala Daeng police stations, together with the Technology Crime Suppression Division 2. Picture courtesy of Matichon Investigators found that bank accounts registered in Mingchen Sun’s name were receiving funds transferred through networks of mule accounts. More than 100 million baht was allegedly routed through these accounts. Further analysis of Thailand’s online crime reporting system revealed that the accounts were linked to more than 4,000 inbound and outbound cybercrime cases. Police estimate the combined financial losses connected to those cases exceed 815 million baht. On 9 June, officers launched Operation Dragon’s Lair, conducting raids at 14 locations across Bangkok, Samut Prakan and Chiang Mai. The sites were allegedly connected to the holding of assets and movement of funds within the network. Matichon reported that authorities seized or froze assets, including luxury homes, villas, condominiums, high-end vehicles, land title deeds and digital evidence. The total value of the assets recovered was reported at more than 583 million baht. Pol Lt Gen Surapol said Mingchen Sun is regarded as a deputy-level leader or upper-tier beneficiary within the criminal organisation. Investigators believe he played a significant role in managing proceeds generated by the network’s operations. The Royal Thai Police and cyber police have established a joint task force to review all connected cases and analyse the digital evidence obtained during the investigation. Authorities say further asset seizures and additional arrest warrants targeting senior members of the network are expected as the inquiry continues. Related stories Thai-police-intensify-crackdown-on-foreign-crime-networks Chinese-man-held-over-possible-Pattaya-terror-plot Police-probe-scam-links-in-pattaya-weapons-case Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Matichon 13 June 2026 View full articleFri, 12 Jun 2026 22:08:44 +0000Or the ladies made the wrong choice.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:56:30 +0000UPDATE Police Probe Crash That Killed Australian Runner in Samui Police have provided an update on the fatal crash that claimed the life of promising Australian runner Jemma Stapleton on Koh Samui, saying investigations are continuing and it is too early to determine who was at fault. Get today's headlines by email The crash occurred on 10 June at the Zigzag Curve area of Lamai in Bo Phut subdistrict, Koh Samui district. Ms Jemma Stapleton, 25, an Australian tourist and rising athletics talent, died at the scene. According to Pol Maj Gen Suwat Suksri, commander of Surat Thani Provincial Police, the collision involved three vehicles. Investigators found that Ms Stapleton’s motorcycle crashed and she was thrown from the vehicle, with her body becoming trapped beneath a Ford Ranger pickup truck driven by 38-year-old Russian national Yuri Korolevsky. A third vehicle, a Honda City driven by 27-year-old Thailand national, Waraporn, was also present at the scene. Police described the incident as a complex multi-vehicle collision and are examining how the sequence of events unfolded. Investigators have already questioned the drivers involved as well as witnesses. However, police said further analysis is required before any conclusions can be reached regarding responsibility for the crash. Authorities are awaiting detailed findings from forensic specialists, including examinations of collision marks and environmental evidence collected at the scene by the forensic science division. The results will be incorporated into the investigation file. Police stressed that they have not yet determined whether negligence by any party caused the fatal crash. Officials said all available evidence will be reviewed before any findings are made. Daily News reported that Tthe death of Ms Stapleton has attracted significant attention in both Thailand and Australia due to her status as a talented young athlete. The ongoing investigation is expected to clarify the circumstances leading to the crash. Picture courtesy of Daily News Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 13 June 2026Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:52:35 +0000I had a police women as a girlfriend back home, she wouldn't let me do her in uniform 555. Two things she said i always remember Don't get involved in a fight etc, instead be a witness Even police hate traffic policeFri, 12 Jun 2026 21:51:18 +0000I think there is one hell of a difference between the Uyghurs in Xinjiang province and Muslim "Immigrants" to a Christian country. Uyghurs are not immigrants. And they want to leave. Having left for some reason China forced them to return. Shame on Thailand for giving in the Chinese bullying. I think we should all note when push comes to shove whose side Thailand will be on.Fri, 12 Jun 2026 21:46:56 +0000ChipsFri, 12 Jun 2026 21:45:18 +0000Yes kinda proves there's farang price going on, i went in Mityon Pattaya Tai and they wanted 77k for a Giorno, 69k listed price. I would avoid by not buying at MityonFri, 12 Jun 2026 21:44:02 +0000