THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Thursday 23 January 2025

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British tourist busted in Patong for cocaine possession

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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A 20 year old British man was arrested on Tuesday night, January 21, in Patong for possession of cocaine, as police crack down on drug-related offences in Phuket’s popular tourist hotspots. The arrest occurred near Yona Pier on Thawewong Road, commonly known as the Beach Road, around 10.45pm.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349679-british-tourist-busted-in-patong-for-cocaine-possession/

 

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DSI investigates possible tampering in Tangmo’s death case

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

The Department of Special Investigation (DSI) has approved an inquiry into the case of late Thai actress Tangmo, following concerns about potential external and official involvement. Suspicions have been raised regarding possible manipulation of the justice process.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349680-dsi-investigates-possible-tampering-in-tangmo’s-death-case/

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Thai man with disability loses motorcycle to woman he met online

By Petch Petpailin

 

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A Thai man with a disability lost his motorcycle to a woman he met on Facebook during a meeting at his accommodation in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok on Monday, January 20.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349683-thai-man-with-disability-loses-motorcycle-to-woman-he-met-online/

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Pathum Thani wife stabs husband in self-defence during dispute

By Bright Choomanee

 

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In Pathum Thani, a domestic dispute between a suspicious husband and his wife ended in tragedy when the wife defended herself by stabbing him, resulting in his death.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349684-pathum-thani-wife-stabs-husband-in-self-defence-during-dispute/

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Thai soldier has 4 mistresses, divorces leukaemia driven wife

By Petch Petpailin

 

Some of the soldier’s mistress. | Photo via Channel 8

 

A Thai woman with leukaemia is seeking justice after her soldier husband sued her in order to file for divorce and live with his four mistresses.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349685-thai-soldier-has-4-mistresses-divorces-leukaemia-driven-wife/

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Illicit cigarettes seized in Buriram; 42 million baht loss reported

By Bright Choomanee

 

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Police in Buriram have apprehended wholesalers and small retail shops involved in selling illicit cigarettes with counterfeit excise stamps, imported illegally from China, causing a 42 million baht (US$1.2 million) loss to the state. On January 22, officials from the Excise Department’s regional and local branches, alongside the Central Investigation Bureau, conducted operations in Pakham district and Mueang Buriram district to seize contraband cigarettes.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349686-illicit-cigarettes-seized-in-buriram-42-million-baht-loss-reported/

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Details emerge on Nakhon Phanom 12 million baht lottery dispute

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

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The ongoing saga of a 12 million baht lottery win involving a female food vendor in That Phanom district, Nakhon Phanom province, has taken a new turn.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349687-details-emerge-on-nakhon-phanom-12-million-baht-lottery-dispute/

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Pattaya Beach: Drunken vendor launches attack over stolen mat

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya Mail

 

A heated argument over a stolen beach mat erupted into violence on Pattaya Beach in the early hours of yesterday, January 22, leaving a 59 year old vendor injured. The dramatic confrontation has shocked witnesses and raised questions about the fierce competition among vendors on the bustling beach.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349690-pattaya-beach-drunken-vendor-launches-attack-over-stolen-mat/

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Thai security guard arrested for sexually asaulting 3 year old girl

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Matichon

 

Police arrested a Thai security guard in the eastern province of Rayong for sexually assaulting a three year old girl in his car in December last year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349691-thai-security-guard-arrested-for-sexually-asaulting-3-year-old-girl/

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Burmese man tries to rape 9 year old Thai boy and, kills him for resisting

By Petch Petpailin

 

Photo via Bright TV

 

A Burmese man killed a nine year old Thai boy and abandoned his body in a pond in Samut Prakan province, near Bangkok, after the young victim resisted his rape attempts.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349693-burmese-man-tries-to-rape-9-year-old-thai-boy-and-kills-him-for-resisting/

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Mammoth madness: Runaway elephant sparks chaos in Phuket

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Cherng Talay Police via The Phuket News

 

Panic swept through Cherng Talay in Phuket this morning as an escaped elephant roamed the village streets, prompting an urgent response from police and handlers. The drama began at around 10am when the elephant bolted from its camp, heading towards Cherng Talay Wittayakom School, with a scaffolding pole tangled around its neck.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349694-mammoth-madness-runaway-elephant-sparks-chaos-in-phuket/

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Thailand and Japan Unite to Modernise Port Operations and Development

 

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On the 10th anniversary of their collaboration, the Port Authority of Thailand (PAT) and Yokohama City in Japan have announced a formal agreement to enhance port operations and infrastructure. The initiative, emphasised by Deputy Prime Minister Suriya Jungrungreangkit, targets improvements in marketing, technology, and sustainability at Bangkok Port while enhancing its environmental and community engagement.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349696-thailand-and-japan-unite-to-modernise-port-operations-and-development/

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Thailand Aims for Global Stage with WEF Cooperation in Davos

 

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Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra met with World Economic Forum (WEF) founder Klaus Schwab in Davos on January 22. The meeting, held during the 55th WEF under the "Collaboration for the Intelligent Age" theme, focused on enhancing 's global presence as a hub for innovation and soft power.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349697-thailand-aims-for-global-stage-with-wef-cooperation-in-davos/

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EC Secretary Faces Legal Action Over Party Dissolution Decision

 

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In a developing legal drama, Election Commission secretary-general Sawang Boonmee faces potential legal action for his decision not to recommend the dissolution of the Bhumjaithai Party over accusations of unlawful donations. This contentious decision has triggered a petition by lawyer Pattharapong Supaksorn, accusing Sawang of dereliction of duty.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349700-ec-secretary-faces-legal-action-over-party-dissolution-decision/

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Myanmar Nationals Detained for Migrant Smuggling in Ayutthaya

 

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In a joint operation on 21 January, Ayutthaya immigration police and highway officers detained two Myanmar nationals, Zaw Zaw Lin and Nae Sein Ma, for allegedly smuggling 10 undocumented migrants. The arrest unfolded along Highway 32 in the Thato subdistrict.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349701-myanmar-nationals-detained-for-migrant-smuggling-in-ayutthaya/

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Man Arrested in Major Fake ID Operation in Pathum Thani

 

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In a significant sting operation, police have apprehended a 36-year-old man in Pathum Thani for creating counterfeit identification cards, vehicle registration plates, and tax stickers. Phumipak Dokbua, operating from a rented house in the Golden Town housing estate, reportedly sold fake ID cards for 8,000 baht each, with counterfeit plates and tax stickers also part of his illegal repertoire. Phumipak admitted to using online resources to mimic official stamps and supplying these falsified items to customers across different areas for over a year.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349702-man-arrested-in-major-fake-id-operation-in-pathum-thani/

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Three Orangutans Seized in Thailand's Wildlife Smuggling Bust

 

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In a dramatic wildlife trafficking bust, three endangered orangutans were intercepted in Chumphon’s Mueang district, Thailand, on their covert journey to Bangkok. The animals, housed in large baskets, were discovered in a pickup truck during a police checkpoint inspection, with assistance from the US Fish & Wildlife Service.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349703-three-orangutans-seized-in-thailands-wildlife-smuggling-bust/

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Phuket's Bangla Road Undergoes Crime Crackdown by Authorities

 

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Last night, January 22, Bangla Road in Patong came under the spotlight as Chaiwat Junthiraphong, Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA), led an extensive inspection to bolster security in Phuket's bustling nightlife district. This effort is part of a sweeping campaign to tackle issues jeopardising the stability and appeal of this prominent tourist region.

 

Full Story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1349705-phukets-bangla-road-undergoes-crime-crackdown-by-authorities/