Dutch Man Arrested Over Chiang Mai Store Disturbance Claims

 

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Immigration and police officers have arrested a 54-year-old Dutch man in Chiang Mai province following multiple complaints that he harassed and threatened members of the public, causing concern among local residents and shop workers. The unnamed man was taken into custody on December 26, 2025, after authorities said reports against him suggested an escalating pattern of disruptive behaviour that posed a potential ongoing risk to the community.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382936-dutch-man-arrested-over-chiang-mai-store-disturbance-claims/

Foreign Man Seriously Injured After Bangkok Expressway Jump
 

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A foreign man suffered serious injuries after jumping from an elevated expressway in Bangkok late on Friday, December 26, 2025, prompting an emergency response and ongoing police investigation. He sustained fractures to both legs and was taken to hospital, where he remains under treatment.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382950-foreign-man-seriously-injured-after-bangkok-expressway-jump/

Russian Scam Gang Leader Arrested Over Romance Fraud
 

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Cyber police have arrested a 31-year-old Russian national identified as the leader of a romance investment scam that targeted a Thai businessman, using a fake online persona to deceive the victim into transferring funds. The suspect, Mr Gabriel Chilashvili, was detained at Suvarnabhumi Airport on 26 December following a court-issued arrest warrant. Police say the case highlights the growing threat of transnational online fraud networks operating inside Thailand.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382933-russian-scam-gang-leader-arrested-over-romance-fraud/

Indian Tourist Injured in Assault Near Pattaya Walking Street
 

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A 52-year-old Indian tourist was injured after being assaulted near the entrance to Walking Street in South Pattaya early on the morning of 27 December, prompting an emergency response and a police investigation. The victim sustained injuries to his face and the back of his head and was taken to hospital for treatment and stitches, with authorities advising him to file a formal complaint once he recovers.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382958-indian-tourist-injured-in-assault-near-pattaya-walking-street/

 

Boycott Calls Grow After Hindu Statue Damage Near Thai Border
 

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A social media backlash has emerged after a video showing the partial demolition of a Hindu deity statue near the Thai–Cambodian border went viral, prompting online calls by some Indian users to boycott Thailand as a tourist destination. The reaction spread rapidly across X and Instagram, with hashtags such as “Boycott Thailand” and “Boycott Pattaya” trending and urging travellers to cancel bookings. The article was reported by the Times of India.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382957-boycott-calls-grow-after-hindu-statue-damage-near-thai-border/

 

Phuket Police Arrest 237 in Illegal Taxi Crackdown
 

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Police in Phuket arrested 237 drivers during a coordinated crackdown on illegal “black-plate” taxis accused of overcharging and exploiting tourists, following island-wide checkpoints set up during the peak high season. The operation, conducted on 26 December 2025, aimed to immediately curb unlawful transport services and protect visitors at key entry points and tourist zones.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382967-phuket-police-arrest-237-in-illegal-taxi-crackdown/

 

Drunk Swimmer Found Dead Off Pattaya Beach After 5 Hour Search
 

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A 57-year-old man has been found dead in the sea off Pattaya after disappearing while swimming late at night, prompting a police investigation and a post-mortem examination to determine the exact cause of death. The body was recovered on the morning of 27 December 2025, around five hours after the man was last seen struggling in the water.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382968-drunk-swimmer-found-dead-off-pattaya-beach-after-5-hour-search/

 

Man Killed in M81 Crash in Kanchanaburi
 

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A fatal road crash on the M81 motorway in Kanchanaburi province left one man dead and one woman injured in the early hours of 27 December 2025, prompting a police investigation into the cause of the crash. The collision involved a private car and a six-wheel truck that was parked while carrying out work at the site, causing significant damage and immediate loss of life.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382969-man-killed-in-m81-crash-in-kanchanaburi/

 

Police Raid 11 Sites in Probe Linked to “Big Joke” 
 

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Police have carried out coordinated searches at 11 locations in Bangkok and Surat Thani as part of an expanded investigation into an alleged bribery case involving gold bars weighing 246 baht, linked to the network of Pol Gen Surachate Hakparn, also known as “Big Joke”. The operation was ordered by the national police chief to gather additional evidence under Section 157 of the Criminal Code and related offences, with documents, physical evidence and assets seized for further examination.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382970-police-raid-11-sites-in-probe-linked-to-“big-joke” /

 

Chonburi Hearing on Taiwan Factory Collapses Amid Heated Clash
 

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A public hearing in Chonburi province collapsed on 26 December 2025 after heated arguments between local residents and representatives of a Taiwanese-owned company planning to build a factory, with the confrontation nearly turning violent. The meeting was abruptly cancelled, leaving concerns unresolved and delaying any formal discussion on the project’s potential impacts.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382971-chonburi-hearing-on-taiwan-factory-collapses-amid-heated-clash/

 

Two Arrested as 100kg of Ketamine Seized in Mae Sai Raid
 

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Authorities have arrested two suspects and seized 100 kilogrammes of ketamine following a raid on a rented house in Mae Sai district, Chiang Rai province, on Saturday morning, 27 December. The drugs were discovered hidden inside large plant pots and on the back of a pickup truck, marking a significant interception of illicit narcotics before distribution.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382972-two-arrested-as-100kg-of-ketamine-seized-in-mae-sai-raid/

 

Teenagers Injured in Machete & Explosives Attack in Bangkok
 

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Police at Thian Talay station are hunting a gang of assailants after four teenagers were injured in a violent attack involving knives and a homemade explosive in Bangkok’s Bang Khun Thian district. One of the victims suffered life-threatening injuries after being slashed with a blade and struck by a ping-pong bomb during the incident in the early hours of 26 December 2025. The attack has raised concerns over escalating youth violence in the area.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382973-teenagers-injured-in-machete-explosives-attack-in-bangkok/

 

Migrant Worker Loses Fingers in Coconut Machine
 

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A migrant worker suffered severe hand injuries after his wrist became trapped in a coconut shredding machine at a processing shop in Pattaya on 26 December. The incident resulted in the loss of several fingers and caused critical injuries to his left hand, prompting an emergency rescue and hospitalisation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382974-migrant-worker-loses-fingers-in-coconut-machine/

 

China & Vietnam Welcome Thailand–Cambodia Ceasefire Deal
 

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China and Vietnam have welcomed a joint statement and ceasefire agreement between Cambodia and Thailand, describing dialogue and consultation as effective tools to address complex disputes and ease border tensions. The statements underline regional support for de-escalation and signal diplomatic engagement aimed at consolidating stability following the agreement.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382976-china-vietnam-welcome-thailand–cambodia-ceasefire-deal/

 

Conscription Soldier Kills Convenience Store Worker in Trang
 

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A 27-year-old convenience store employee was shot dead in Trang province after an altercation outside a nightclub in the early hours of Saturday, December 27, 2025, causing shock and concern among local residents. The victim later died at Trang Hospital after being shot at close range in the head, with police describing the incident as a serious act of violent crime in a public 

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382977-conscription-soldier-kills-convenience-store-worker-in-trang/

 

CIB Busts ‘Ball Line’ Loan Shark Gang in Pathum Thani

 

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Police have dismantled an illegal moneylending network operating under the name “Ball Line” in Pathum Thani, arresting five suspects and seizing extensive loan records. The crackdown targeted activities in Khlong Luang district, where borrowers were charged interest of 20% every 24 days, far exceeding legal limits. Authorities said the operation has immediately disrupted a network that caused severe financial distress in local communities.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382978-cib-busts-‘ball-line’-loan-shark-gang-in-pathum-thani/

 

Off-Duty Police Officer Found Dead Ahead of Wedding
 

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A police officer assigned to the 191 unit was found dead from a gunshot wound at his family home in Amnat Charoen province on 27 December 2025, one day before his planned wedding. The immediate impact has left family members, colleagues and local residents in shock, with police treating the death as an apparent suicide pending further investigation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382980-off-duty-police-officer-found-dead-ahead-of-wedding/

 

State Audit Office Collapse:23 Charged, Corruption Probe Widened
 

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Authorities have formally charged 23 individuals and entities over the collapse of the new Office of the Auditor General building, marking a significant escalation in legal action following the fatal structural failure. Prosecutors have approved indictments covering alleged unlawful design, supervision and construction practices, as well as document forgery, with further corruption allegations referred for investigation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382981-state-audit-office-collapse23-charged-corruption-probe-widened/

 

Jealous Ex Stabs Woman’s New Partner, Victim in Coma
 

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A man is in a coma after being stabbed multiple times at a fresh market in Pattaya, prompting police to arrest the suspect at the scene. The attack caused panic among shoppers and traders, and the victim was rushed to hospital in critical condition.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382982-jealous-ex-stabs-woman’s-new-partner-victim-in-coma/

 

Cyber Police Bust Two Online Gambling Networks
 

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Cyber police have dismantled two major online gambling networks, arresting seven suspects and seizing digital equipment after investigations revealed combined annual cash flows exceeding 100 million baht. The raids, carried out in Bangkok and Ubon Ratchathani on 26 December, targeted websites offering multiple forms of illegal online betting. Police said the operations involved tens of thousands of users and posed significant economic and social risks.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382983-cyber-police-bust-two-online-gambling-networks/

 

Retired Teacher, 72, Dies in Burning Car Crash in Rayong
 

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A 72-year-old retired teacher was killed after his car crashed into trees and burst into flames in a rubber plantation in Rayong province on 27 December, leaving his body burned inside the vehicle. The incident occurred at about 15.00 on a small access road to a home in Moo 1, Huai Yang subdistrict, Klaeng district, causing shock among local residents and prompting an urgent emergency response.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382984-retired-teacher-72-dies-in-burning-car-crash-in-rayong/

 

Three Youths Rescued After Foam Raft Drifts Offshore in Songkhla
 

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Three teenage boys were rescued after becoming stranded at sea in Songkhla province when strong winds and waves swept them around 400 metres from shore while they were fishing on a makeshift foam raft. The incident occurred on 27 December 2025 and prompted an urgent response from local rescue services. All three youths were brought back safely, suffering shock but no injuries.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382985-three-youths-rescued-after-foam-raft-drifts-offshore-in-songkhla/

 

Brother Kills Mentally Ill Sibling in Axe Attack in Phayao

 

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A man was killed inside his home in Phayao province after being struck on the head with an axe during a family dispute on 26 December 2025. Police said the victim died at the scene from severe head injuries and the suspect, his older brother, was arrested shortly afterwards. The incident has prompted renewed attention on domestic violence linked to untreated mental illness and long-running family conflict.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382986-brother-kills-mentally-ill-sibling-in-axe-attack-in-phayao/

 

Chiang Rai Police Seize One Million Meth Pills at Bus Station
 

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Police in Chiang Rai have arrested three suspects and seized one million methamphetamine pills and one kilogram of crystal meth in a drug trafficking operation at a provincial bus terminal. The arrests were made on 26 December 2025, preventing the drugs from being transported from the northern border area to inner regions of Thailand.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382989-chiang-rai-police-seize-one-million-meth-pills-at-bus-station/

 

Unlicensed Clinic Raided in Sakon Nakhon, Five Charges Filed
 

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Authorities in Sakon Nakhon raided an unlicensed medical clinic on 27 December 2025, finding a practitioner administering injections to two patients and five more waiting for treatment. Officials seized medications, medical equipment and biohazard waste, leading to five legal charges against the individual operating the facility.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382990-unlicensed-clinic-raided-in-sakon-nakhon-five-charges-filed/

 

Panthhep Warns Permanent Wall Would Breach Thai–Cambodia MOU
 

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A prominent civil society figure has warned that Thailand cannot build a permanent border wall with Cambodia without first cancelling the 2000 Memorandum of Understanding (MOU 2543), arguing that such construction would violate existing bilateral agreements and could have serious legal and diplomatic consequences.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382991-panthhep-warns-permanent-wall-would-breach-thai–cambodia-mou/

 

Court Sentences Businessman to 1,210 Years for Loan Fraud
 

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The Criminal Court has handed down a landmark ruling against businessman Prasit Jeawkok, sentencing him to a combined 1,210 years in prison for operating fraudulent loan schemes, though Thai law limits the enforceable term to 20 years. The verdict underscores the scale of the offences while immediately confirming that Prasit will serve the statutory maximum sentence.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382992-court-sentences-businessman-to-1210-years-for-loan-fraud/

 

Woman Critically Hurt in Pattaya Condo Fall From 25th Floor

 

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A 26-year-old woman from Udon Thani was critically injured after falling from the 25th floor of a condominium in Pattaya and landing in a swimming pool, authorities said. The incident occurred at 7.06am on 28 December 2025 at a condominium on Soi Chaloem Phrakiat 3. Rescue workers provided emergency assistance before rushing her to hospital with severe injuries.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382996-woman-critically-hurt-in-pattaya-condo-fall-from-25th-floor/

 

Police Hunt Suspects After Finding Burnt Body on Road
 

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Police in Roi Et province have launched an urgent manhunt after the former subdistrict head of Khok Sawang was murdered and his body burned in what investigators believe was an attempt to conceal the crime. The killing has shocked residents of Kaset Wisai district, where the victim was a well-known local figure and prompted an immediate multi-agency investigation at the scene. Authorities say the brutality of the attack has heightened community concern and intensified police efforts to apprehend those responsible.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1383009-police-hunt-suspects-after-finding-burnt-body-on-road/

 

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