British Tourist Strips Naked & Dances on Phuket’s Bangla Road
 

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An unidentified foreign tourist caused a stir in Patong, Phuket, after stripping completely naked and dancing in the middle of Bangla Road on the evening of 25 September 2025. The incident drew the attention of passers-by and was captured on video, which quickly went viral on social media.

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1374223-tourist-strips-naked-dances-on-phuket’s-bangla-road/

Police Officer Investigated for Extorting Tourist in Chiang Mai

 

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A video shows a police officer in Chiang Mai allegedly extorting money from a foreign motorcyclist, triggering an investigation into potential corruption. On September 25, the page Guru Guroo Chiang Mai shared the incident near Chiang Mai Night Bazaar on Facebook. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1374247-police-officer-investigated-for-extorting-tourist-in-chiang-mai/

Thaksin’s Sewage Supervision Offer Not Yet Approved

 

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Former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra volunteered to supervise sewage drainage as a form of public service while incarcerated, as confirmed by the Corrections Department. It's now clear that Thaksin initiated the offer himself, contrary to earlier reports that the department had assigned him this task. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1374248-ex-pm-thaksin-volunteers-for-public-service-in-prison/

UPDATE

Russian Man Blacklisted After Public Sexual Content in Phuket

 

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On 26 September 2025, Phuket police charged a 23-year-old Russian man and a 42-year-old Thai woman for engaging in public indecency while producing sexual content on a pickup truck. 

 

Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1374154-foreign-couple-sought-after-sex-act-in-phuket-pickup-truck/page/3/#findComment-20113419

Border Arrests Surge After Three-Month Checkpoint Closure

 

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The Eastern Border Task Force (EBTF) reported a sharp rise in illegal border crossings following the closure of checkpoints along the Thai-Cambodian border. Between 17 June and 25 September 2025, authorities recorded 140 incidents involving 872 individuals attempting to cross the border illegally. This includes 354 Thais, 472 Cambodians and others from China, Nigeria, Myanmar, Sierra Leone, Bangladesh and Pakistan.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374289-border-arrests-surge-after-three-month-checkpoint-closure/

 

Police & MPs Probe Bangkok Road Collapse
 

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Bangkok authorities and investigators are intensifying efforts to address the collapse of a section of Samsen Road near Vachira Hospital, which occurred on September 24. The incident, located close to the Samsen Police Station and the under-construction entrance of the Purple Line extension, caused damage to police accommodation and private property. Officials are now examining responsibility, safety and repair measures as the situation continues.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374291-police-mps-probe-bangkok-road-collapse/

 

UPDATE
British Man Arrested for Nude Dance, Drugs and Overstay

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Patong police have arrested a 44-year-old British national after a viral video showed him dancing naked on Bangla Road’s walking street in Phuket. The incident occurred in the early hours of 26 September 2025 and quickly drew widespread attention online.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374223-british-tourist-strips-naked-dances-on-phuket’s-bangla-road/#findComment-20114840

 

Police Corporal Dies in Motorcycle Crash After Party
 

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A police corporal died in a motorcycle crash in Phatthalung province in the early hours of 26 September 2025. Corporal Thanakorn, 37, lost control of his bike and collided with a utility pole before hitting a roadside stall.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374293-police-corporal-dies-in-motorcycle-crash-after-party/

 

Police Raid 5 Sites, Seize 200,000 Fake Cough Syrup Bottles
 

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Police and the Thai Food and Drug Administration (FDA) have raided five locations in Bangkok and Pathum Thani, seizing almost 200,000 bottles of counterfeit cough syrup worth over 20 million baht and arresting one suspect. The operation targeted a major illegal network producing and distributing fake medicine.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374294-police-raid-5-sites-seize-200000-fake-cough-syrup-bottles/

 

Man Beats Friend to Death in Chonburi Temple Fight
 

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A 46-year-old man was arrested in Chonburi after fatally assaulting his friend during a drunken quarrel inside a temple. Police confirmed that the victim, a 52-year-old man, died at the scene with multiple injuries to his head and body. The suspect was detained within the temple grounds shortly after the incident.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374298-man-beats-friend-to-death-in-chonburi-temple-fight/

 

Singaporean & 3 Thai Women Held in Bangkok Zombie Vape Raid

 

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Police in Bangkok have arrested a Singaporean man and three Thai women for trafficking so-called “zombie vapes”, e-cigarette cartridges laced with Etomidate. The raids on 26 September 2025 targeted two properties in Huai Khwang and Din Daeng districts. Officers seized a total of 150 vape cartridges, ketamine, and assets valued at more than 8.3 million baht.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374299-singaporean-3-thai-women-held-in-bangkok-zombie-vape-raid/

 

House Fire in Phrae, 100,000 Baht Reported Missing
 

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A house fire in Phrae province on 25 September left a family shaken after 100,000 baht, allegedly hidden behind a wall picture, was reported missing from the burned room. The blaze broke out in the home of 76-year-old Boontan in Ban Pa Daeng, Muang Phrae district and was quickly brought under control by fire crews and neighbours. Police are now investigating both the cause of the fire and the disappearance of the money.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374300-house-fire-in-phrae-100000-baht-reported-missing/

 

Russian Driver Surrenders Over Phuket Sex Video
 

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A 25-year-old Russian man has surrendered to police in Phuket after being identified as the driver in a viral sex video that sparked widespread condemnation across Thailand. The case centres on explicit footage showing a Russian tourist and a Thai woman engaging in sexual activity on the back of a moving pickup truck along Phuket Bypass Road. The incident has led to arrests, strong public reaction and renewed debate about inappropriate behaviour by visitors.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374301-russian-driver-surrenders-over-phuket-sex-video/

 

Thailand to Host Largest Amway China Leadership Seminar in ASEAN
 

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Thailand will host the Amway Leadership Seminar – Bangkok in March–April 2026, welcoming over 10,000 representatives from Amway China in what will be the company’s largest organisational meeting in Southeast Asia. The event will feature the “Slow Living” Travel Experience concept, combining business meetings with cultural activities in Bangkok and coincides with the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Thailand and China.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374302-thailand-to-host-largest-amway-china-leadership-seminar-in-asean/

 

Korat Residents Inspect Safety of Underpass Projects
 

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Local residents in Nakhon Ratchasima joined officials on 26 September 2025 to inspect progress and safety measures at two underpass projects in the city centre. The visit followed growing concerns after a recent road collapse incident in Bangkok raised fears about similar risks in Korat. More than 100 residents and community leaders were present alongside engineers, municipal representatives and rescue units.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374305-korat-residents-inspect-safety-of-underpass-projects/

 

Traffic Police Receive Technology Training to Help Efficiency
 

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The Royal Thai Police held a seminar to equip traffic officers with technology tools to enhance accuracy and speed in their duties. The event took place at the Police Education Command (B.E.S.) and was part of an ongoing effort to modernise traffic law enforcement. Traffic officers were trained in the use of a digital programme to assist with compiling infraction reports.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374307-traffic-police-receive-technology-training-to-help-efficiency/

 

CIB Arrests Suspect in M16 Shootings at Village Home

 

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The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) has arrested a suspect linked to a violent twin shooting incident in Kantang district, Trang province. The suspect, Mr Veerapong, faces charges including attempted murder and illegal possession and discharge of a firearm. The arrest took place at Thung Song railway junction, Nakhon Si Thammarat province.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374341-cib-arrests-suspect-in-m16-shootings-at-village-home/

 

1.4bn Baht Highway Breaks Up Within a Year in Phichit
 

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The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) in Phichit province has launched an urgent inspection of Highway 11 after reports of significant damage less than a year after completion. The road section between Wang Sai Phun and Khao Sai districts has developed large potholes and subsidence, raising safety concerns. Local authorities have been ordered to expedite repairs to prevent accidents.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374342-14bn-baht-highway-breaks-up-within-a-year-in-phichit/

 

Birthday Party Dispute Ends in Fatal Shooting in Samut Prakan
 

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A birthday celebration in Samut Prakan turned deadly early on 25 September 2025, when a man was shot and killed during an argument. Police from Bang Pu station responded at around 05.30 after reports of gunfire inside a housing estate in Praeksa Mai, Mueang district. Officers discovered the victim, identified only as Mr A , 30 years old, lying dead from a gunshot wound to the head.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374343-birthday-party-dispute-ends-in-fatal-shooting-in-samut-prakan/

 

Suvarnabhumi to Handle 67.7m Passengers in 2026

 

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Airports of Thailand (AOT) expects Suvarnabhumi Airport to serve 67.7 million passengers in the 2026 fiscal year, reaffirming its role as a leading aviation hub in the region. The projection follows the restoration of Thailand’s aviation safety rating to Category 1 by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), paving the way for direct flights to the United States. United Airlines has already applied to operate a new route connecting Las Vegas, Hong Kong and Bangkok.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374344-suvarnabhumi-to-handle-677m-passengers-in-2026/

 

Clash at Chong An Ma: Cambodian Troops Fire on Thai Positions 
 

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An exchange of gunfire occurred at Chong An Ma, Ban Nam Yuen District, Ubon Ratchathani, n 27 September 2025 at 12:03, when Cambodian soldiers fired machine guns and grenades toward Thai positions. Thai soldiers responded with similar armed fire. The incident ended at approximately 12:30, with no reported injuries to Thai troops, though the area remains on high alert.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1374345-clash-at-chong-an-ma-cambodian-troops-fire-on-thai-positions /

 

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