THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Wednesday 4 October 2023

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Police chief confirms 2 dead with reports of at least one more fatality in Bangkok mass shooting.
Attacker appeared to be mentally disturbed when apprehended. He repeatedly told police ‘he’s over there’ as he was handcuffed and later interrogated by officers seeking a coherent explanation for the atrocity which has led to calls for a review of security by the PM, Srettha Thavisin who visited the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308272-police-chief-confirms-2-dead-with-reports-of-at-least-one-more-fatality-in-bangkok-mass-shooting/

 

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Siam Paragon Mall Shooting Stuns Bangkok, Two People Dead, Teen Shooter in Custody
By Adam Judd

 

 

Bangkok, Thailand-In a critical incident at Bangkok’s Siam Paragon Mall, police have arrested a 14-year-old Thai boy suspected of a shooting that resulted in two fatalities and left at least five others injured.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308272-police-chief-confirms-2-dead-with-reports-of-at-least-one-more-fatality-in-bangkok-mass-shooting/?do=findComment&comment=18394051

 

 

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PM Puts Weapon Systems Procurement On Hold
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Chinese-built S26T submarine, one of which is being built for the Thai navy. Photo/en.people.cn and published by China Daily

 

PRIME MINISTER SRETTHA Thavisin today (Oct.3) has suspended the procurement of any weapon systems during fiscal 2024 so that, he said, the government’s annual budget could be spent for optimum use.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308274-pm-puts-weapon-systems-procurement-on-hold/

 

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Thammanat Dismisses Hearsay Of Leaving Palang Pracharath Again
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Top from left: Thammanat Prompao, Patcharawat Wongsuwan and Prawit Wongsuwan. Photo: Matichon

 

PALANG PRACHARATH secretary-general Thammanat Prompao today (Oct.3) categorically dismissed hearsay that he would sooner or later depart from the coalition partner again amidst sustained conflict with a quickly-promoted partisan member.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308275-thammanat-dismisses-hearsay-of-leaving-palang-pracharath-again/

 

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PM Vows To Keep Flooding And Drought ‘In Balance’
By Thai Newsroom Reporters

 

Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin. Photo: Thai Rath

 

PRIME MINISTER SRETTHA Thavisin today (Oct.3) pledged to see to it that the authorities will practically keep flooding and drought “in balance” to the extent that villagers, farmlands and other property be affected the least possible.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308277-pm-vows-to-keep-flooding-and-drought-‘in-balance’/

 

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Thailand’s new police chief… “nothing to see here”

By Peter Roche

 

PHOTO: Thai PBS World

Thailand’s new police chief has dismissed reports that the Royal Thai Police is rife with infighting, saying people are “imagining things”. According to a Nation Thailand report, Torsak Sukwimol says he plans to make the RTP a “home” for every police officer.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308278-thailand’s-new-police-chief…-“nothing-to-see-here”/

 

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More details on Thai taxation of overseas income
by Gregers Møller 

 

 

The Thai Revenue Department has in a press release explained more about the taxation of income overseas which will affect both some foreigners and some Thai people.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308279-more-details-on-thai-taxation-of-overseas-income/

 

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14-year-old commits shooting in center of Bangkok, 2 foreigners killed, at least 5 people injured
by Kanlayakorn Pengrattana

 

The arrest of the 14-year-old suspect in a shooting range at Siam Paragon shopping mall, in Pathum Wan district on Rama I Road, Bangkok, Thailand on 3 October 2023. Photo credit: A user account on X (formerly known as Twitter) application.

A 14-year-old boy, Thai nationality, was arrested with a 9mm pistol at 5.09 PM on Tuesday, 3 October 2023 after committing a shooting at Siam Paragon shopping mall.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308272-police-chief-confirms-2-dead-with-reports-of-at-least-one-more-fatality-in-bangkok-mass-shooting/?do=findComment&comment=18394069

 

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Hermit’s forest meditation takes an eternal detour in remote Thailand
by Nattapong Westwood 

 

Photo: by cottonbro studio, on Pexels.

 

A 58 year old hermit was found dead during meditation in a deep forest in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. The rescue team had to walk to the scene due to the inaccessibility of vehicles. The body was later transported by motorcycle from the mountain today.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308281-hermit’s-forest-meditation-takes-an-eternal-detour-in-remote-thailand/

 

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New Brand Of Ice Seized At Thai-Lao Checkpoint
by TNR Staff

 

The new Ice brand 99 Durian shown on the packages seized at the Thai-Lao checkpoint.

 

THAI CUSTOMS officials together with police and military officers seized 50 one-kilogramme packets of crystal methamphetamine (Ice) at the Third Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge (Nakhon Phanom-Khammouane) checkpoint.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308282-new-brand-of-ice-seized-at-thai-lao-checkpoint/

 

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Increasing Water Levels in Chao Phraya River Basin Closely Monitored

 

 

BANGKOK (TNA) – The water situation in the Chao Phraya River Basin has continued to rise steadily, prompting efforts to release water from the Chao Phraya Dam to accommodate additional water inflow from the north.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308283-increasing-water-levels-in-chao-phraya-river-basin-closely-monitored/

 

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Bangkok Stadium Roof Collapses from Rain Just Before Major Sports Event
By Adam Judd

 

 

Bangkok –A roof at an indoor stadium in Huamark collapsed just before a major world sports competition event.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308284-bangkok-stadium-roof-collapses-from-rain-just-before-major-sports-event/

 

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Monk in Disguise Arrested After 13-Years On The Run for Alleged Murder
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

 

Suphan Buri — A monk in disguise on the run for 13 years was arrested in Suphan Buri Province for intentional murder.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308285-monk-in-disguise-arrested-after-13-years-on-the-run-for-alleged-murder/

 

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Tragic Accident in Saraburi: Thirteen Electric Poles Collapse During Installation, 12 Injuries And 2 Deaths
By Kittisak Phalaharn

 

PHOTO: Khaosod

Saraburi — On October 2nd, 2023, Pol. Capt. Thongkham Phoyai, Sub-Inspector of Investigation, Ban Mo Police Station, Saraburi Province, received a report that thirteen 14-meter tall concrete poles with high voltage wires fell down during installation.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308286-tragic-accident-in-saraburi-thirteen-electric-poles-collapse-during-installation-12-injuries-and-2-deaths/

 

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Owner Arrested at Illegal Bar in Patong Selling Alcohol to Underage Customers
By Goongnang Suksawat

 

 

Patong – An owner was arrested for opening a bar without permission, selling alcohol past the legal closing time, and selling alcohol to underage customers at a bar on the Bangla Road in Patong.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308287-owner-arrested-at-illegal-bar-in-patong-selling-alcohol-to-underage-customers/

 

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Siam Paragon Shooter’s Home Searched: Large Cache of Weapons and Ammunition Uncovered

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

In a recent development, the police have uncovered a trove of ammunition and weapons in the home of the suspect behind the Siam Paragon mall shooting.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308288-siam-paragon-shooter’s-home-searched-large-cache-of-weapons-and-ammunition-uncovered/

 

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School Appeals for Compassion and Privacy for Siam Paragon Mall Shooter

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On the evening of October 3rd, a 14-year-old boy’s violent rampage at the Paragon Mall, resulting in injuries and a loss of life, sent shockwaves throughout the society. Amidst the widespread panic and alarm, the boy's school, Dusit Senses, confirmed that the shooter was one of their students.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308289-school-appeals-for-compassion-and-privacy-for-siam-paragon-mall-shooter/

 

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Hit-and-Run Rampage Leaves Multiple Cars Damaged

 

Picture: INN

 

An out-of-control Fortuner SUV caused havoc at the bustling Nakhon Ratchasima intersection, colliding with several vehicles before the driver fled the scene.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308291-hit-and-run-rampage-leaves-multiple-cars-damaged/

 

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NATIONAL NEWS from Surf 102.5 FM - Wednesday 4 October 2023
 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308294-national-news-from-surf-1025-fm-wednesday-4-october-2023/

 

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Tourism confidence in Thailand plummets amid economic jitters
by Alex Morgan

 

Photo: Sakchai Lalit/DPA/Picture Alliance

 

The tourism confidence index in Thailand has taken a hit, with figures sliding from 91 in the same period of 2019 to 69 in the third quarter of this year, according to the Tourism Council of Thailand (TCT).

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308295-tourism-confidence-in-thailand-plummets-amid-economic-jitters/

 

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MRTA advances 220 billion baht mass-transit projects in Bangkok and Phuket
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: skyscrapercity.com

 

The Mass Rapid Transit Authority of Thailand (MRTA) is set to implore the Transport Ministry to advance three significant mass-transit projects in the regions of Bangkok and Phuket. The ambitious trio of projects come with an estimated investment value of approximately 220 billion baht.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308298-mrta-advances-220-billion-baht-mass-transit-projects-in-bangkok-and-phuket/

 

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The Heroes of Siam Paragon
by Thai Enquirer

 

Yesterday’s chilling episode at Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok, where innocent lives were tragically lost and several more scarred, was a haunting reminder of the unpredictable nature of our world.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308299-the-heroes-of-siam-paragon/

 

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Heroes Amidst Chaos: Officers Awarded for Bravery in Mall Shooting Incident

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

On October 4, 2023, a wave of applause and appreciation enveloped the internet as social media platforms lit up in commendation of three brave police officers who apprehended a shooter in the notorious Siam Paragon mall shooting incident.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308299-the-heroes-of-siam-paragon/?do=findComment&comment=18394500

 

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Car plunges into sea at Sattahip pier following argument
by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A shocking incident occurred in the early hours when a car plunged into the sea at the Sattahip – Koh Samui ferry pier, Chuk Samet, Sattahip, Chon Buri.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308301-car-plunges-into-sea-at-sattahip-pier-following-argument/

 

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Weakening baht boosts Thailand’s exports and tourism
by Mitch Connor

 

Photo: thestar.com.my

 

Thailand’s prime minister, Srettha Thavisin, pointed out yesterday that the weakening baht, despite its potential negative impact on energy import costs, is actually proving to be a boon for the country’s exports and tourism.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308304-weakening-baht-boosts-thailand’s-exports-and-tourism/

 

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Train crash: Young man killed in late night accident

by Nattapong Westwood

 

Photo: KhaoSod

 

A BMW car was struck by a train in Chumphon province, Thailand, resulting in the vehicle being dragged approximately 500 metres from the accident scene. The train crash occurred at around 11.30pm yesterday.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308306-train-crash-young-man-killed-in-late-night-accident/

 

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Glue Sniffing Homeless Man Falls from Third Floor of Building and Breaks His Arm in Pattaya
By Tanakorn Panyadee

 

 

Pattaya — A homeless man fell from the third floor of a building in Pattaya and broke his arm. He was reportedly high from sniffing glue.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308309-glue-sniffing-homeless-man-falls-from-third-floor-of-building-and-breaks-his-arm-in-pattaya/

 

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Thai teenager kills 2, injures 5 at Siam Paragon, stadium roof collapses : Tim Newton Today - Oct 4

 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308310-thai-teenager-kills-2-injures-5-at-siam-paragon-stadium-roof-collapses-tim-newton-today-oct-4/

 

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Eighth day of search for missing mushroom picker in Khao Kho forest as new clues emerge
by Atima Homtientong

 

Picture courtesy of KhaoSod.

 

A desperate search for a 61 year old mushroom picker lost in the Khao Kho Forest in northern Thailand has entered its eighth day, with over 100 people, including residents and officials from various departments, joining the hunt.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308311-eighth-day-of-search-for-missing-mushroom-picker-in-khao-kho-forest-as-new-clues-emerge/

 

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Employer of Shooting Victim Insists on Pursuing Legal Action

 

 

BANGKOK, Oct 4 (TNA) – The employer of a Myanmar worker who was shot dead in a shopping mall in Bangkok is determined to pursue legal action to the fullest despite the involvement of a minor in the incident.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1308313-employer-of-shooting-victim-insists-on-pursuing-legal-action/