https://aseannow.com/rss/44-thailand-news.xml/National and regional news from all around ThailandenDidn't LG sell all their TV screen production to a chinese company a few years ago?Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:25:41 +0000I noticed many dumb Farangs riding motorcycles on KP when I was there They appeared to be riding very fast Thank goodness I live in the North where you mostly see Thais riding very fast. Sarcasm/Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:25:07 +0000My method uses VLC as well. Gemini will chat you through it in 5 minutesMon, 08 Jun 2026 22:24:59 +0000Flame post removed @SiSePuede419 this is the second and last public notice, discuss the topic, not bait other posters. Rule 9. You will not post disruptive or inflammatory messages. You will respect other members and post in a civil manner. Personal attacks, insults or hate speech posted on the forum or sent by private message are not allowed. 10. You will not post troll messages. Trolling is the act of purposefully antagonizing forum members by posting controversial, inflammatory, irrelevant or off-topic messages with the primary intent of provoking other members into an emotional response or to generally disrupt normal on-topic discussion.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:24:39 +0000So he didn't swim to Cambodia 🤔Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:20:08 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/yakuza-call-centre-boss-arrested-at-suvarnabhumi-r2237/A Japanese Yakuza member accused of leading a major call centre scam operation was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport on 8 June 2026 as he allegedly attempted to leave Thailand for a third country. Get today's headlines by email The suspect, Mr Takafumi Sugawara, 31, a Japanese national, was detained by officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Immigration Bureau. He was classified as a prohibited person under Thailand’s Immigration Act B.E. 2522, Section 12(7), which covers individuals believed to pose a threat to society, public safety, national security, or those wanted by foreign authorities. Japanese investigators identified Sugawara as a senior member of a Yakuza organisation and the leader of a call centre scam network operating from Cambodia. According to the investigation, the gang used a three-stage telephone fraud scheme targeting victims in Japan. The operation began with automated international calls falsely claiming to be from telecommunications company NTT, warning victims that their telephone service would be disconnected. Victims who pressed a designated number were connected to operators who collected personal information before transferring calls to other gang members posing as police officers and public prosecutors. Victims were allegedly told they were linked to Yakuza criminal activity and were instructed to transfer money to prove their innocence. Investigators said the network was also involved in recruiting people in Japan through fake job advertisements before forcing them onto flights to Phnom Penh, where they were allegedly detained and compelled to work as call centre operators. Authorities said the network was linked to at least 40 fraud cases during 2024 and obtained more than 1 billion yen. The Anti-Online Scam Centre (ACSC) and the CIB’s transnational crime unit received information from the Japanese Embassy indicating that Sugawara had been using Thailand as a hiding place while evading prosecution in Japan. Investigators later discovered he had booked a flight to another country and deployed undercover officers at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thaitabloid reported that police located Sugawara near a check-in counter shortly before it closed and moved in to arrest him. Authorities revoked his permission to remain in Thailand and transferred him to an immigration detention facility pending deportation. Officials said Sugawara will be returned to Japan to face legal proceedings under Japanese law. Picture courtesy of Thaitabloid Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 9 June 2026Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:19:33 +0000A Japanese Yakuza member accused of leading a major call centre scam operation was arrested at Suvarnabhumi Airport on 8 June 2026 as he allegedly attempted to leave Thailand for a third country. Get today's headlines by email The suspect, Mr Takafumi Sugawara, 31, a Japanese national, was detained by officers from the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) and the Immigration Bureau. He was classified as a prohibited person under Thailand’s Immigration Act B.E. 2522, Section 12(7), which covers individuals believed to pose a threat to society, public safety, national security, or those wanted by foreign authorities. Japanese investigators identified Sugawara as a senior member of a Yakuza organisation and the leader of a call centre scam network operating from Cambodia. According to the investigation, the gang used a three-stage telephone fraud scheme targeting victims in Japan. The operation began with automated international calls falsely claiming to be from telecommunications company NTT, warning victims that their telephone service would be disconnected. Victims who pressed a designated number were connected to operators who collected personal information before transferring calls to other gang members posing as police officers and public prosecutors. Victims were allegedly told they were linked to Yakuza criminal activity and were instructed to transfer money to prove their innocence. Investigators said the network was also involved in recruiting people in Japan through fake job advertisements before forcing them onto flights to Phnom Penh, where they were allegedly detained and compelled to work as call centre operators. Authorities said the network was linked to at least 40 fraud cases during 2024 and obtained more than 1 billion yen. The Anti-Online Scam Centre (ACSC) and the CIB’s transnational crime unit received information from the Japanese Embassy indicating that Sugawara had been using Thailand as a hiding place while evading prosecution in Japan. Investigators later discovered he had booked a flight to another country and deployed undercover officers at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Thaitabloid reported that police located Sugawara near a check-in counter shortly before it closed and moved in to arrest him. Authorities revoked his permission to remain in Thailand and transferred him to an immigration detention facility pending deportation. Officials said Sugawara will be returned to Japan to face legal proceedings under Japanese law. Picture courtesy of Thaitabloid Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 9 June 2026 View full articleMon, 08 Jun 2026 22:19:33 +0000Pathetic classic backheel, you just won't admit you did it. Go on tell us it was a leftie or Biden who pushed the Trigger, thats your usual excuse.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:17:15 +0000Can't believe he hung around....................Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:12:34 +0000UPDATE Koh Samui Court Revokes Brit’s Bail Over Fatal CrashMon, 08 Jun 2026 22:12:01 +0000Yes but iv'e got the balls to tell someone i thumbed them have you got any ?Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:10:43 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/koh-samui-court-revokes-brits-bail-over-fatal-crash-r2236/A British businessman accused of causing a fatal motorcycle crash on Koh Phangan has been remanded in custody after the Koh Samui Provincial Court revoked his bail. The decision follows the death of Associate Professor Dr Teerasak Kaewamtuang, known locally as “Dr Ton”, who died on 7 June 2026 after spending 15 days in hospital with severe brain injuries. Get today's headlines by email Duncan Wilcock, 51, a British national and owner of Reef Charter Co Ltd, based at Wok Tum Beach in Koh Phangan, Surat Thani province, appeared at Koh Phangan Police Station on 8 June to acknowledge an additional charge of reckless driving causing death. The offence carries a maximum penalty of 10 years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to 200,000 baht. He entered a partial denial to the charge. The case stems from a crash on the night of 23 May, when Duncan riding a motorcycle that struck Dr Teerasak as he was exercising along a road in Moo 1, Koh Phangan. The collision occurred at 9.21pm and left the doctor with critical head injuries. Despite surgery and intensive treatment, he later died from his injuries. Before the doctor’s death, Wilcock had been granted bail during the detention stage of the investigation, with a condition prohibiting him from leaving Thailand. However, police later sought the cancellation of his bail after the case escalated and the additional charge emerged. Picture courtesy of Daily News Investigators told the court that Wilcòck now faces 11 criminal charges in total, including offences linked to the fatal crash, drug use, nominee business activities and the operation of an illegal tour company. Police argued that the increased severity of the case and the potential penalties created a risk that he could flee. According to police, Duncan attempted to delay proceedings by requesting time to wait for a lawyer travelling from another province. Investigators rejected the request and escorted him to court. At 3.45pm on 8 June, the Koh Samui Provincial Court ordered the cancellation of his bail and issued a detention warrant. He was transferred immediately to Koh Samui Prison. The death of Dr Teerasak has prompted an outpouring of grief on Koh Phangan. The Koh Phangan Hospital Facebook page posted a tribute describing him as a highly skilled respiratory and critical care specialist who provided treatment for local residents. The hospital also called on relevant authorities to enforce stricter controls on foreign motorists and intensify efforts to combat drug abuse on the island. The Daily News reported that as the investigation continues, Wilcock now remains in custody while legal proceedings move forward on all 11 charges. Related stories Police-seek-Brits-bail-revocation-in-Phangan-death-case Doctor-dies-after-Brit-rider-crash-on-Phangan British-rider-held-after-hit-run-on-Phangan Doctor-airlifted-to-Bangkok-after-Brits-crash Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 9 June 2026Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:08:59 +0000A British businessman accused of causing a fatal motorcycle crash on Koh Phangan has been remanded in custody after the Koh Samui Provincial Court revoked his bail. The decision follows the death of Associate Professor Dr Teerasak Kaewamtuang, known locally as “Dr Ton”, who died on 7 June 2026 after spending 15 days in hospital with severe brain injuries. Get today's headlines by email Duncan Wilcock, 51, a British national and owner of Reef Charter Co Ltd, based at Wok Tum Beach in Koh Phangan, Surat Thani province, appeared at Koh Phangan Police Station on 8 June to acknowledge an additional charge of reckless driving causing death. The offence carries a maximum penalty of 10 years’ imprisonment and a fine of up to 200,000 baht. He entered a partial denial to the charge. The case stems from a crash on the night of 23 May, when Duncan riding a motorcycle that struck Dr Teerasak as he was exercising along a road in Moo 1, Koh Phangan. The collision occurred at 9.21pm and left the doctor with critical head injuries. Despite surgery and intensive treatment, he later died from his injuries. Before the doctor’s death, Wilcock had been granted bail during the detention stage of the investigation, with a condition prohibiting him from leaving Thailand. However, police later sought the cancellation of his bail after the case escalated and the additional charge emerged. Picture courtesy of Daily News Investigators told the court that Wilcòck now faces 11 criminal charges in total, including offences linked to the fatal crash, drug use, nominee business activities and the operation of an illegal tour company. Police argued that the increased severity of the case and the potential penalties created a risk that he could flee. According to police, Duncan attempted to delay proceedings by requesting time to wait for a lawyer travelling from another province. Investigators rejected the request and escorted him to court. At 3.45pm on 8 June, the Koh Samui Provincial Court ordered the cancellation of his bail and issued a detention warrant. He was transferred immediately to Koh Samui Prison. The death of Dr Teerasak has prompted an outpouring of grief on Koh Phangan. The Koh Phangan Hospital Facebook page posted a tribute describing him as a highly skilled respiratory and critical care specialist who provided treatment for local residents. The hospital also called on relevant authorities to enforce stricter controls on foreign motorists and intensify efforts to combat drug abuse on the island. The Daily News reported that as the investigation continues, Wilcock now remains in custody while legal proceedings move forward on all 11 charges. Related stories Police-seek-Brits-bail-revocation-in-Phangan-death-case Doctor-dies-after-Brit-rider-crash-on-Phangan British-rider-held-after-hit-run-on-Phangan Doctor-airlifted-to-Bangkok-after-Brits-crash Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 9 June 2026 View full articleMon, 08 Jun 2026 22:08:59 +0000I can't stand this administration for what they are doing with ICE among other things. Having said that, if what they claim is true: "17 individuals either concealed criminal conduct during the naturalization process or otherwise failed to meet eligibility requirements for citizenship." then I don't see how anyone can have a problem with that.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:07:46 +0000Excellent news for the Chinese. I'm guessing the country storage company will be from China Data sold and scrutinized and used for scams in the foreigners own countries. Security issues also..Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:06:18 +0000I gotta say though, I do rather enjoy the spice and controversy of the city's pronounciation......Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:04:35 +0000Not ignoring....., only interested in the weed angle..............Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:00:25 +0000I see you are still ignoring the World Class Alcoholic Tobacco stinking problems walking around in Pattaya in order to validate your own personal feelings. Checks out ✅ Tobacco smells much more disgusting than weed 😂Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:58:09 +0000The one that really gets to me is when ANYONE (not just Brits) pronounce Pattaya pa TIE ya.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:57:07 +0000https://aseannow.com/thailand-news/fbi-conference-unites-26-nations-in-bangkok-r2235/Thailand’s national police chief officially opened the 26th FBI National Academy Associates (FBINAA) Asia Pacific Chapter Retraining Conference, bringing together more than 150 senior law enforcement representatives from 26 countries in Bangkok. The event marks the 40th anniversary of cooperation between Thailand and the FBINAA Asia Pacific network and focuses on strengthening international efforts against transnational organised crime in the digital era. Get today's headlines by email Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet, Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, presided over the opening ceremony at the Grand Centre Point Lumphini Hotel in Bangkok. Senior Thai police officials joined representatives from international law enforcement agencies, including FBINAA President William J. Carbone, FBI Associate Deputy Director Andrew Bailey, US Ambassador to Thailand Sean K. O’Neill, and Pol Gen Visanu Prasarttong-Osoth, President of the FBI National Academy Associates Thailand Chapter. The conference is being held under the theme “United in Action: Combating Transnational Organised Crime in the Digital Age”. Organisers said the gathering reflects the growing challenges posed by increasingly complex, borderless crimes driven by modern technology. Speaking at the event, Pol Gen Kitrat said criminal networks are exploiting digital tools to expand their operations and avoid detection. He highlighted online fraud as a major concern, noting that it causes widespread financial damage and undermines public confidence. Picture courtesy of Thaitabloid Thailand is facing similar challenges, particularly the rise in cybercrime. The police chief said these threats underline the need for stronger international cooperation through information sharing, joint operations and enhanced law enforcement capabilities. He added that the conference provides an important platform to deepen cooperation among partner agencies and strengthen operational networks. Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with international partners to address shared security threats. The relationship between Thailand and the FBINAA Asia Pacific network spans four decades. In 1986, Thailand became the first country in history to host the FBINAA Asia Pacific Chapter conference, which was held in Pattaya, Chonburi province. Since then, the network has expanded to cover 49 countries and includes more than 14,000 senior law enforcement members across 173 countries worldwide. All members are graduates of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, United States. Thaitabloid reported that according to Pol Gen Visanu, Thailand’s selection as host nation for the 40th anniversary conference marks only the third time the country has hosted the event. He said the decision reflects the confidence the international law enforcement community places in the Royal Thai Police and Bangkok’s ability to serve as a venue for global knowledge-sharing and cooperation. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 9 June 2026Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:56:15 +0000Thailand’s national police chief officially opened the 26th FBI National Academy Associates (FBINAA) Asia Pacific Chapter Retraining Conference, bringing together more than 150 senior law enforcement representatives from 26 countries in Bangkok. The event marks the 40th anniversary of cooperation between Thailand and the FBINAA Asia Pacific network and focuses on strengthening international efforts against transnational organised crime in the digital era. Get today's headlines by email Pol Gen Kitrat Phanphet, Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, presided over the opening ceremony at the Grand Centre Point Lumphini Hotel in Bangkok. Senior Thai police officials joined representatives from international law enforcement agencies, including FBINAA President William J. Carbone, FBI Associate Deputy Director Andrew Bailey, US Ambassador to Thailand Sean K. O’Neill, and Pol Gen Visanu Prasarttong-Osoth, President of the FBI National Academy Associates Thailand Chapter. The conference is being held under the theme “United in Action: Combating Transnational Organised Crime in the Digital Age”. Organisers said the gathering reflects the growing challenges posed by increasingly complex, borderless crimes driven by modern technology. Speaking at the event, Pol Gen Kitrat said criminal networks are exploiting digital tools to expand their operations and avoid detection. He highlighted online fraud as a major concern, noting that it causes widespread financial damage and undermines public confidence. Picture courtesy of Thaitabloid Thailand is facing similar challenges, particularly the rise in cybercrime. The police chief said these threats underline the need for stronger international cooperation through information sharing, joint operations and enhanced law enforcement capabilities. He added that the conference provides an important platform to deepen cooperation among partner agencies and strengthen operational networks. Thailand reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with international partners to address shared security threats. The relationship between Thailand and the FBINAA Asia Pacific network spans four decades. In 1986, Thailand became the first country in history to host the FBINAA Asia Pacific Chapter conference, which was held in Pattaya, Chonburi province. Since then, the network has expanded to cover 49 countries and includes more than 14,000 senior law enforcement members across 173 countries worldwide. All members are graduates of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia, United States. Thaitabloid reported that according to Pol Gen Visanu, Thailand’s selection as host nation for the 40th anniversary conference marks only the third time the country has hosted the event. He said the decision reflects the confidence the international law enforcement community places in the Royal Thai Police and Bangkok’s ability to serve as a venue for global knowledge-sharing and cooperation. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now Thaitabloid 9 June 2026 View full articleMon, 08 Jun 2026 21:56:15 +0000The Trump administration has launched what officials describe as the largest effort to strip U.S. citizenship from naturalized Americans accused of fraud or other serious offenses, filing cases against 17 people in courts across the country. Get today's headlines by email The move marks a significant expansion of the government's use of denaturalization powers, a legal process that allows authorities to seek the removal of citizenship from foreign-born Americans who are found to have obtained it unlawfully. Broadening denaturalization effortsThe Justice Department announced the latest cases on Monday, following an earlier round of denaturalization actions unveiled last month. Officials said the new filings represent the largest single effort of their kind by the federal government. Denaturalization has long been permitted under U.S. law, but it has historically been used sparingly. Government records indicate that between 1990 and 2017, the Justice Department filed an average of 11 denaturalization complaints each year. To succeed, federal authorities must convince a judge that a naturalized citizen obtained citizenship through fraud, misrepresentation or concealment of important information. The process can take place through civil or criminal proceedings in federal court. Cases target fraud and serious crimesAccording to court filings, the administration argues that the 17 individuals either concealed criminal conduct during the naturalization process or otherwise failed to meet eligibility requirements for citizenship. Federal officials said some of those targeted were convicted of violent crimes, including sexual offenses involving children. Others were accused or convicted of fraud-related offenses or immigration violations. Among those named in the latest filings are a Haitian-born man accused of sexually abusing his daughter; a man from the former Yugoslavia convicted of sexually abusing a child under 15; a Mexican-born immigrant convicted of receiving sexually explicit images of minors; a former Catholic priest from Colombia accused of child sexual abuse; and a Filipino-born man who pleaded guilty to a child sex offense. The cases also include an Indian-born immigrant accused of submitting fraudulent H-1B visa petitions, the daughter of a Colombian drug trafficker accused of money laundering, a Jamaican-born man convicted of wire fraud, and a Cuban-born woman accused of defrauding a tribal casino. Other individuals were accused of using false identities. Part of wider immigration crackdownThe initiative forms part of the administration's broader immigration agenda. Since returning to office last year, President Donald Trump has pledged a major expansion of immigration enforcement, including deportations. In 2025, the Justice Department widened the categories of naturalized citizens considered priorities for denaturalization proceedings. Last month's announcement of 12 cases was described at the time as the largest such action in years. Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche said the department would continue pursuing cases involving individuals accused of abusing the naturalization system. "Criminal aliens are lying about their past crimes, including drug dealers, sexual predators, and fraudsters," Blanche said. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said citizenship must be obtained honestly and pledged continued use of legal tools to pursue denaturalization where appropriate. Legal process remains availableThose facing denaturalization proceedings can challenge the government's claims in court and seek to keep their citizenship. If a court revokes a person's citizenship, they return to their previous immigration status, which is typically lawful permanent residency. They also lose the protections and benefits associated with U.S. citizenship, including immunity from deportation. Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now. Source 9 June 2026 View full articleMon, 08 Jun 2026 21:53:52 +0000A murderer lied about a racist attack, police initially believed him and mishandled the situation, and a dying victim was wrongly treated as a suspect—but the viral framing exaggerates and politicizes key elements. 🥃Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:53:33 +0000LarrikinMon, 08 Jun 2026 21:52:14 +0000And have as many as 8 different personalities, and try to convince others otherwise. Sad indeed.Mon, 08 Jun 2026 21:52:14 +0000