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Must Read Bus Owner Caught Trying to Hide Illegal Gas Cylinders After Deadly Fire
Public punishment matching what the victims endured. Sounds like 5 buses can be used for all the crooks involved. -
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Foreign couple loses 100,000 baht to Muay Thai trainer in Phuket
Had 7 months left on her visa yet gave the passports to the gym owner expecting a new visa in it 🤔 -
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Bus Companies Lament Over Suspension of School Field Trips
Reduced demand should allow them to scrap the older vehicles? -
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Former Boxer Holds Two Doctors Hostage Before Escaping
Picture courtesy: Daily News On October 3, a tense situation unfolded in Bangkok's Soi Inthamara 29, when a former Thai boxer took two doctors and a woman hostage in a residential home. The suspect, identified as 39-year-old Santith, was already wanted under an arrest warrant issued by the Tao Pun Police Station for various charges, including nighttime burglary and property damage. The events began when police were executing a plan to arrest Santith in Soi Inthamara 29, near the location of his last known whereabouts. As officers closed in on him, he opened fire to create a distraction, allowing him to escape and evade capture. He jumped over a wall and entered a home at number 274/1, where he took three people hostage—two men and a woman. Fortunately, the woman managed to escape early in the ordeal. Following the hostage situation, the Tao Pun police coordinated with the Bang Sue police and the special operations unit, known as the Hanuman team, to surround the house. Officers attempted to negotiate Santith's surrender while utilizing drones to monitor the area from above. Investigators revealed that Santith, also known by his boxing name "Ritthidet," had a past as a professional boxer and had worked as a trainer. His penchant for firearms raised concerns among authorities about his willingness to resort to violence. Later that evening, police officials including Acting Police Chief Kittirat Phanphet, Metropolitan Police Commander Thiti Saengsawang, and various other high-ranking officers arrived at the scene to oversee the situation. Around 12:30 AM on October 4, Acting Police Chief Kittirat announced that they had successfully rescued the two doctors held hostage. The doctors, named Dr. Mak, aged 30, and Dr. Chang, aged 31, are siblings and both unharmed during the incident. The woman who had previously escaped was also found to be safe. Despite the successful rescue, Santith managed to flee from the back of the house. As of now, police are actively pursuing leads on his escape route, employing tactical strategies to apprehend him. Authorities assured the public that they were prepared to capture him and bring him to justice. Observations indicated that Santith did not intend to harm anyone; his primary goal appeared to be evading police capture. The entire ordeal has raised concerns about public safety in the area, prompting police to enhance their patrols and investigate any potential connections Santith may have with organized crime. Officials emphasized the importance of vigilance and urged residents to report any suspicious activities. As the manhunt continues, police remain optimistic about capturing Santith. They believe that their investigative tactics and increased police presence in the area will soon lead to his apprehension. The community is relieved that the hostages are safe, but they continue to grapple with the implications of such a dangerous incident occurring so close to home, reported Daily News. In conclusion, this incident serves as a stark reminder of the unpredictability of crime and the constant need for law enforcement vigilance. The police's swift actions ensured the safety of the hostages, and they are committed to bringing the suspect to justice as soon as possible. -- 2024-10-04 -
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Bus Companies Lament Over Suspension of School Field Trips
And if they did nothing you would still complain. -
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Must Read Bus Owner Caught Trying to Hide Illegal Gas Cylinders After Deadly Fire
I really hope this is the case but this digging will be as far as it goes in Thailand. -
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Trump to remove legal immigrants.
No need for insults. Are you not able to post politely? -
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Must Read Bus Owner Caught Trying to Hide Illegal Gas Cylinders After Deadly Fire
Well, those are the criminal charges in the US and other countries, but do Thai laws mirror them? -
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Ghosted: Spooked Chon Buri man blames ghost for KFC order
Still clearing remaining stock..... ? Hold the slaw! -
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Late-Night Street Racers Disrupt Pattaya Residents
We are a ways off such restrictions.... look at the tragic schoolkids incident in Bangkok...... In an interview with public broadcaster Thai PBS, bus company owner Songwit Chinnaboot said the bus was inspected for safety twice a year as required and that the gas cylinders had passed the safety standards. Although it had 6 cylinders more than registered. -
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Thai visa agencies offer hassle-free DTV applications
What the boomboom? Paid about 400 Euros, back in 2014, to get an OA from Paris. Cost me less than a trip to Paris to get mugged. Didn't have time for that anyhow. -
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Trump to remove legal immigrants.
He didn't mention legal Haitians in Springfield, Ohio. He made a generic statement concerning illegals and I agree with him. -
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How can a 'Newbie' receive cash if no bank account first three months in Philippines
Hotel and night club lobbies were popular sites for ATMs in Barretto. I would just search for 'ATM' on Google Maps to find them. Most of them worked, although not during the daily power cuts. As for other cards, ATMs do sometimes take a card and keep it, hard if you only have one. -
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Trump to remove legal immigrants.
Agreed. I'd vote for him just for that, if I could. The US doesn't need a POTUS welcoming criminals into the US. -
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Which extra health insurance for Thai lady, complementary to 30-baht Government insurance?
Typically the cost of a private room in a government hospital here in Isaan is 600 baht a night. And usually includes a TV, fridge and ensuite toilet and shower.
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