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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 2 June 2025
Over 20 Baby Macaques Found Stuffed in Bags & Abandoned in Ratchaburi Forest Picture courtesy of Kaoded Wildlife officials have uncovered a disturbing case of suspected illegal animal trafficking after more than 20 baby macaques were found stuffed in mesh bags and left in a forest in Ratchaburi province. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1362427-over-20-baby-macaques-found-stuffed-in-bags-abandoned-in-ratchaburi-forest/ -
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Crime Over 20 Baby Macaques Found Stuffed in Bags & Abandoned in Ratchaburi Forest
Picture courtesy of Kaoded Wildlife officials have uncovered a disturbing case of suspected illegal animal trafficking after more than 20 baby macaques were found stuffed in mesh bags and left in a forest in Ratchaburi province. Mr Sirikun Sangtaku, head of the Khao Prathap Chang Wildlife Sanctuary in Chom Bueng district, was alerted by local leaders in Hin Kong subdistrict after a shocking discovery in a remote forest area of Moo 1 village. Authorities trekked approximately 200 metres into the dense jungle, where they found several blue mesh bags tied to trees. Each bag contained one or more infant macaques, with a total of 25 baby monkeyscounted, crying and writhing in distress. Many of the bags were sealed with cable ties, some of which had been cut or were lying unused on the ground nearby. Inside the bags were small amounts of food, such as jicama and various fruits, indicating that the animals were being kept alive for future transport. The grim discovery was made by local resident Mr Phrae Kamkoet, who had ventured into the forest to forage for mushrooms. “I heard what sounded like a child crying,” he said. “When I followed the noise, I found all these monkeys in bags. It was shocking. I immediately reported it to the village leaders.” Authorities believe the macaques were temporarily stashed at this location as part of an illegal wildlife trade operation, possibly awaiting transportation to buyers. According to Mr Sirikun, the value of each baby macaque on the black market ranges from 1,500 to 2,500, typically sold to individuals who consume exotic animals, despite the species being legally protected. “This was likely a holding point,” Mr Sirikun said. “If the news hadn’t spread so quickly, we may have been able to ambush and arrest those involved in the trafficking. Unfortunately, now the suspects will be more cautious.” While officials were rescuing the animals, they encountered two men riding motorcycles suspiciously near the site. When questioned, the men claimed they were hunting for wasp nests to sell and were released after no evidence linked them to the macaques. A survey of the area revealed signs of recent clearing and over 100 discarded cable ties, further suggesting the forest clearing was being used by a wildlife trafficking ring to hold captured animals before transport. The baby macaques have since been relocated to the Khao Prathap Chang Wildlife Sanctuary for care and rehabilitation. Wildlife officials have vowed to intensify patrols and monitor the area in hopes of identifying and apprehending those responsible for the cruel and illegal trade. Adapted by Asean Now from Kaoded 2025-06-02. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 2 June 2025
Fatal Collision in Chachoengsao: Man Dies Instantly After Car Slams into Timber Truck Picture courtesy of Daily News. A 28-year-old man was killed instantly in a horrifying road crash on the morning of 1 June, when his sedan crashed into the rear of a six-wheeled timber truck in Tha Takiap district. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362417-fatal-collision-in-chachoengsao-man-dies-instantly-after-car-slams-into-timber-truck/ -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 2 June 2025
Security Guard Killed as Gang Steals E-Cigarettes from Khlong Toei Port Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A security guard was killed in the early hours of 1 June, after a gang of thieves rammed their van into pursuing guards while fleeing the scene of a robbery at Khlong Toei Port. The gang had reportedly stolen e-cigarettes from a customs container stored at the Port Authority’s Stadium warehouse. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362418-security-guard-killed-as-gang-steals-e-cigarettes-from-khlong-toei-port/ -
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Accident Fatal Collision in Chachoengsao: Man Dies Instantly After Car Slams into Timber Truck
Picture courtesy of Daily News. A 28-year-old man was killed instantly in a horrifying road crash on the morning of 1 June, when his sedan crashed into the rear of a six-wheeled timber truck in Tha Takiap district. The accident occurred at approximately 07:00 in Soi 9, Village 17, Ban Thep Charoen, Khlong Takrao subdistrict. Police Lieutenant Suriyan Phili, deputy investigator from Tha Takiap Police Station, and rescue workers from the Phanom Sarakham rescue unit were dispatched to the scene. Emergency responders found a blue Chevrolet sedan, registration number from Bangkok, wedged underneath the rear of a six-wheel Isuzu truck carrying a full load of timber (registration from Chachoengsao). The sedan had suffered extensive damage, and the body of the driver, Mr Prasit Srilert, 28, was discovered crushed inside the vehicle. The driver of the timber truck, identified as Mr Aeh Lamphueng, told police he was transporting timber from Ban Thep Charoen to the Cham Pa Ngam timber yard. He said he heard a loud bang at the rear of his vehicle and initially thought a tyre had burst. Upon stopping and checking, he was shocked to find that a car had collided with his truck and the driver had died on impact. Police are continuing their investigation and will take a full statement from the truck driver as part of standard legal procedures. The cause of the collision remains under review. Adapted by Asean Now from Daily News 2025-06-02. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 2 June 2025
Illegal Nightclub Raided in Kamphaeng Saen: Underage Patrons, Loaded Firearm & Drugs Found Picture courtesy of Department of Provincial Administration, Nakhon Pathom Authorities have shut down an illegal nightclub operating without a licence in Kamphaeng Saen district, Nakhon Pathom, after a dramatic late night raid uncovered a range of serious offences, including the presence of underage patrons, illegal drugs and a loaded firearm. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1362419-illegal-nightclub-raided-in-kamphaeng-saen-underage-patrons-loaded-firearm-drugs-found/
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