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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 4 July 2025
Sri Lankan Man Caught Smuggling Ball Pythons in Underwear at Suvarnabhumi Airport Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a bizarre and alarming case of wildlife trafficking, Authorities arrested a Sri Lankan national at Suvarnabhumi Airport after discovering three live ball pythons hidden inside his underwear. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365643-sri-lankan-man-caught-smuggling-ball-pythons-in-underwear-at-suvarnabhumi-airport/ -
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Crime Sri Lankan Man Caught Smuggling Ball Pythons in Underwear at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. In a bizarre and alarming case of wildlife trafficking, Authorities arrested a Sri Lankan national at Suvarnabhumi Airport after discovering three live ball pythons hidden inside his underwear. Mr. Palaweera Bouchakiat, Director of Thailand’s Wildlife Crime Intelligence Center, confirmed that the arrest was made following intelligence received on July 1, indicating that a known wildlife trafficker, identified as Mr. Shehan (surname withheld), had arrived in Bangkok on Thai Airways flight TG308 at 00:06. A background check revealed that the suspect had a history of smuggling various exotic animals, including wolves, meerkats, black cockatoos, sugar gliders, hedgehogs, iguanas, frogs, salamanders, tortoises and ball pythons. He had also previously been arrested for wildlife-related offences in Colombo, Sri Lanka, in 2024. Acting on this intelligence, Thailand’s Wildlife Enforcement Network (Thailand WEN), comprising multiple government agencies including the Department of National Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation, the Office of the Attorney General, the Royal Thai Police, the Customs Department, the Department of Special Investigation (DSI), Immigration and Airports of Thailand, coordinated the operation. International support was provided by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, the Wildlife Justice Commission (WJC) and the UN Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC). On the evening of July 2 at approximately 18:00 Mr. Shehan departed his accommodation and arrived at Suvarnabhumi Airport by taxi around 19:00. After checking in at the Thai Airways counter, he was approached by authorities for screening. Initial scans of his large suitcase revealed no contraband. However, during a personal search, officers were stunned to find three ball pythons (Python regius), a CITES Appendix II protected species requiring import and export permits, concealed in his underwear. The suspect was immediately informed that he was in violation of The Wildlife Preservation and Protection Act B.E. 2562 (2019), Section 23, for attempting to export protected wildlife without authorisation, and also breached the Customs Act B.E. 2560 (2017), Sections 242, 166 and 252, for attempting to smuggle undeclared goods out of the country. Mr. Shehan was taken into custody for further investigation and to determine whether he is linked to a wider international wildlife trafficking network. Officials described the arrest as a clear message to transnational smuggling syndicates: Thailand will not tolerate illegal wildlife trade and will continue to take stringent action to combat both domestic and international wildlife crime. Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-07-04 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 4 July 2025
Man Killed After Vespa Crashes Into Parked Van in Nonthaburi Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 33-year-old man lost his life in the early hours of 3 July, after crashing his Vespa motorbike into the rear of a parked van in Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1365642-man-killed-after-vespa-crashes-into-parked-van-in-nonthaburi / -
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Accident Man Killed After Vespa Crashes Into Parked Van in Nonthaburi
Picture courtesy of Khaosod. A 33-year-old man lost his life in the early hours of 3 July, after crashing his Vespa motorbike into the rear of a parked van in Bang Bua Thong district, Nonthaburi. The incident occurred at approximately 02:30, along the outbound lane of Bang Kruai–Sai Noi Road, near the entrance to the Laphawan 7 housing estate in Bang Rak Phatthana subdistrict. Officers from Bang Bua Thong Police Station, medics from the Institute of Forensic Medicine, and rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation responded to the scene. The deceased, identified as Mr. Natthaphon was found lying next to his damaged blue Vespa Sprint motorbike, which bore no licence plate. The crash had occurred when the scooter collided at high speed with the rear of a stationary white Toyota van bearing Tak province plates. Debris from the crash was scattered across the road, including the motorbike’s speedometer unit, which had detached upon impact. The needle was stuck at 80 km/h, suggesting possibly that the victim was travelling at considerable speed before the crash. There were no skid marks or signs of braking. CCTV footage from a nearby house clearly captured the moment of the incident. The video shows the motorbike travelling at speed before slamming into the back of the parked van without any apparent evasive action or involvement from another vehicle. Police documented the scene and collected the CCTV footage as evidence. Preliminary investigations indicate that the collision was a result of high-speed riding and limited visibility at that hour. Mr. Natthaphon’s body was transported to the Institute of Forensic Medicine, while the investigation continues. Authorities are reviewing whether the parked van was positioned legally. Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-07-04 -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Friday 4 July 2025
Red Bull's Yoovidhya Tops as Thailand's Rich List Revealed Chalerm Yoovidhya The Yoovidhya family, co-owners of Red Bull, have clinched the top spot as Thailand’s richest. Their immense net worth soared, highlighting the country's ever-evolving wealth landscape. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1365641-red-bulls-yoovidhya-tops-as-thailands-rich-list-revealed/ -
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Report Red Bull's Yoovidhya Tops as Thailand's Rich List Revealed
Chalerm Yoovidhya The Yoovidhya family, co-owners of Red Bull, have clinched the top spot as Thailand’s richest. Their immense net worth soared, highlighting the country's ever-evolving wealth landscape. Here’s a look at the leading companies from Forbes’ recent list. Chalerm Yoovidhya Net Worth: $44.5 billion (1.44 trillion baht) Industry: Beverages Chearavanont Brothers Net Worth: $35.7 billion (1.15 trillion baht) Industry: Conglomerate Sarath Ratanavadi Net Worth: $12 billion (389 billion baht) Industry: Energy and Telecom Charoen Sirivadhanabhakdi Net Worth: $10.5 billion (340 billion baht) Industry: Beverages and Real Estate Chirathivat Family Net Worth: $8.6 billion (278 billion baht) Industry: Retail In total, Forbes reported a significant 11% increase in the combined wealth of Thailand's 50 richest families, reaching a staggering $170.5 billion (5.51 trillion baht). Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra ranks 11th on the list with $2.1 billion (68 billion baht). Despite the impressive figures, challenges remain. Renewable energy leader Somphote Ahunai dropped from the ranks after legal issues and a drastic plunge in company shares. His exclusion underscores the volatility and rapid shifts among the wealthiest Thais, showcasing resilience and adaptability. Adapted by ASEAN Now from Bangkok Post 2025-07-04
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