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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 2 May 2025
UPDATE 247 Exposed to Anthrax Following Village Ritual Beef Consumption Picture courtesy of Matichon. The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed that 247 people have been exposed to anthrax after consuming contaminated beef distributed during a merit-making event in Mukdahan Province. One fatality has been reported. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1359368-anthrax-death-reported-in-mukdahan-province/#findComment-19773696 -
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Community Anthrax Death Reported in Mukdahan Province
UPDATE 247 Exposed to Anthrax Following Village Ritual Beef Consumption Picture courtesy of Matichon. The Ministry of Public Health has confirmed that 247 people have been exposed to anthrax after consuming contaminated beef distributed during a merit-making event in Mukdahan Province. One fatality has been reported. Dr. Phanumart Yanawetsakul, Director-General of the Department of Disease Control (DDC), stated on 1 May, that the deceased was a 53-year-old male construction worker with a history of diabetes. He developed lesions on his right hand on 24 April and was admitted to hospital on 27 April with symptoms that included darkening of the wound, swelling of lymph nodes in the right armpit, dizziness, and seizures. He later succumbed to the illness. “Doctors suspected anthrax and submitted samples for testing to both the Department of Medical Sciences and Bamrasnaradura Infectious Diseases Institute,” Dr. Phanumart explained. “The results confirmed infection by Bacillus anthracis.” Initial investigations suggest the infection stemmed from the butchering of a cow during a local religious donation event, known as a phapa, with the meat distributed and consumed within the village. A joint team from the DDC, Office of Disease Prevention and Control 10 in Ubon Ratchathani, the provincial public health office, and livestock officials is now conducting an in-depth investigation. The 247 individuals identified as having had contact with the infected meat include 28 people involved in the slaughter and 219 who consumed raw or undercooked beef. High-risk individuals have been provided with antibiotic treatment, and containment measures are being actively implemented in the area. Dr. Phanumart warned that anthrax is a serious zoonotic disease caused by Bacillus anthracis, whose spores can survive in harsh environmental conditions for years. The disease commonly affects herbivorous animals such as cattle, buffaloes, goats, and sheep, and is typically transmitted to humans through direct contact with infected animals, raw or undercooked meat, or animal hides and wool. Symptoms usually appear within 1–5 days of exposure and may include fever, nausea, vomiting, severe abdominal pain, characteristic ulcerative skin lesions, and difficulty breathing. Without prompt treatment, severe cases can result in death in up to 80% of cases. Thailand last reported anthrax cases in 2000, with 15 infections but no fatalities, 14 in Phichit and one in Phitsanulok. A more recent incident in 2017 saw two cases in Mae Sot, Tak Province, linked to contact with a goat carcass smuggled from Myanmar. Neighbouring countries have also reported cases. In 2024, Laos recorded 129 anthrax cases with one death. Vietnam experienced three outbreaks in May 2023 involving 13 patients and 132 exposed individuals, also linked to beef and buffalo meat consumption. To prevent infection, the DDC advises: 1. Avoid contact with cattle, buffaloes, goats, and sheep. 2. Wash hands and body thoroughly after handling animals. 3. Consume only meat certified as safe. 4. Report any unusual animal deaths to veterinary authorities. 5. Seek immediate medical attention if symptoms develop. Adapted by Asean Now from Matichon 2025-05-02. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 2 May 2025
Motorbike Theft Gang Busted: ‘Ek Junior’ Arrested in Bangkok with Over 1,000 Victims Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Bangkok Metropolitan Police Division 8 has arrested a notorious motorbike theft suspect, known as “Ek Junior”, believed to be a key figure in a gang that stole motorcycles and trafficked them across the border for illegal sale in neighbouring countries. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1359464-motorbike-theft-gang-busted-‘ek-junior’-arrested-in-bangkok-with-over-1000-victims/ -
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Crime Motorbike Theft Gang Busted: ‘Ek Junior’ Arrested in Bangkok with Over 1,000 Victims
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. Bangkok Metropolitan Police Division 8 has arrested a notorious motorbike theft suspect, known as “Ek Junior”, believed to be a key figure in a gang that stole motorcycles and trafficked them across the border for illegal sale in neighbouring countries. The suspect, identified as Mr Natthaphon, 42, was apprehended on 30 April at approximately 10:50, beneath the BTS Wutthakat station in the Chom Thong district of Bangkok. Officers from the Division 8 Investigation Unit had been monitoring the area following a spate of motorbike thefts reported both in Bangkok and nearby provinces. Police noticed a suspicious grey Honda motorcycle parked without a licence plate. On inspection, it was found to have a damaged ignition and steering lock. The vehicle was later confirmed to have been stolen in the Prawet district, with a report previously filed at Prawet Police Station. While officers were staking out the location, Mr Natthaphon arrived as a passenger on a motorbike taxi and attempted to ride off on the stolen vehicle. Undercover officers swiftly intervened, arresting him on the spot. Following the arrest, police discovered that Mr Natthaphon, nicknamed “Ek Junior”, was part of a well-organised theft ring. His role involved collecting stolen motorbikes, repairing or replacing damaged ignition systems, and relocating the vehicles to Samut Sakhon province. From there, they were smuggled into neighbouring countries. A background check revealed that Mr Natthaphon had two prior drug convictions: one in 2010 (Phasi Charoen Police Station) for dealing methamphetamine and crystal meth, resulting in a two-year prison sentence; and another in 2021 (Bang Khun Thian Police Station), for which he served one year and seven months. Investigators believe the gang is responsible for over 1,000 motorbike thefts in the Bangkok metropolitan area. A forensic analysis of Mr Natthaphon’s bank account showed suspicious transactions amounting to over 3 million baht within a six-month period. He has been formally charged with theft and receiving stolen property and is now in the custody of Prawet Police Station as authorities continue to expand the investigation and track down other members of the criminal network. The police have pledged to coordinate with multiple jurisdictions to identify further victims and recover stolen property, as the scale of the operation suggests a widespread and systematic criminal enterprise. Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-05-02.
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