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Seven suspects, including six police officers, have been charged in an extortion case involving Chinese citizens.
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Cyber police detained influential OnlyFans figures who promoted illegal online casinos in Chiang Mai – Cyber police of…
Cyber police detained influential OnlyFans users promoting illegal online casinos in Chiang Mai – Cyber police of northern Thailand arrested six suspects linked to illegal gambling networks. The…
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In Pattaya, a board game helps solve crimes with Russian translation
In Pattaya, a tabletop game about crime investigation is now available. To play in English, an app with a Russian translation is required. The game costs 1000 baht.
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Thai police detained a suspected leader of a Nigerian drug cartel in Bangkok
Last night, June 9, Thai law enforcement arrested a suspected leader of a Nigerian drug gang in a luxury residential complex in Bangkok. Police seized a significant amount of cocaine and property…
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This incident has raised important questions about beach accessibility, service quality and price transparency in…
BREAKING NEWS Beach Collection or Extortion? Scandal at Jomtien Beach! A heated scandal has erupted in Thailand surrounding Jomtien Beach! It all started when a popular Korean YouTuber couple, known…
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Incident involving foreign tourists in Bangkok
Yesterday evening, an incident occurred on one of Bangkok's popular tourist streets. Tourists sustained injuries, and the police have launched an investigation.
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A Frenchman wanted for organizing a €200 million financial pyramid scheme has been arrested in Bangkok.
A Frenchman wanted for a €200 million financial pyramid scheme has been arrested in Bangkok. BANGKOK – Thai immigration police have detained a 33-year-old French citizen wanted for organizing a large…
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Large-scale raid on a drug den in Bangkok: among the 12 detained suspects is a French tourist.
Major drug raid in Bangkok: among the 12 detained suspects is a French tourist. BANGKOK – Thai police have launched a large-scale operation to suppress the activities of a well-known drug network…
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A woman from Thailand survived a suicide attempt: she was found in a car parked in a dark roadside forest in Rayong…
A Thai woman recounts an unexplained encounter before being rescued from suicide. A woman from Thailand survived a suicide attempt: she was found in a car parked in a dark roadside forest in Rayong…
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Police found no signs of violence in the Tak Bai case
National Police Chief Kitrat Panhet stated that intelligence reports did not reveal suspicious activity. This concerns the conclusion of the Tak Bai case, related to the 2004 incident.
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Australian arrested on suspicion of murdering teenage girl in Thailand - Nine.
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An incident, registered as Incident-58f0ca07b4fd, recently occurred in Thailand.
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⚠️We reserve the right to take political-diplomatic measures in connection with the mentioned incident, including in…
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs stated that the attack on the Russian gas tanker "Arctic Metagaz" on March 3, 2026, in the Mediterranean Sea is an act of terrorism. All 30 crew members were…
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Thailand: Former deputy district chief of Chiang Rai's Chiang Khong arrested for forging firearm purchase permits.
bangkokpost.com: Thailand: Former deputy district chief of Chiang Rai's Chiang Khong arrested for forging firearm purchase permits. The former deputy district chief of Chiang Khong district in Chiang…
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Vietnamese nationals arrested in online gambling raid
On March 4, 2026, in Bangkok, police arrested 94 Vietnamese nationals on suspicion of running online gambling websites. @local sources reported this.
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According to their data, rangers stumbled upon a group that was trying to smuggle drugs into northern Thailand.
On March 5, a shootout occurred in the Mae Ai district, Chiang Mai province, between rangers and a group attempting to smuggle drugs. As a result of the clash, four suspects were killed and 600,000…
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Leader of "Aum Sound Healing" organization arrested in Samui
Thai police have arrested a Russian citizen who is allegedly the leader of the "Aum Sound Healing" organization. The detainee is accused of illegal stay in the kingdom and overstaying his visa.
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Foreign citizen injured after intervening in a fight in Pattaya
Last night, a foreign man was injured after attempting to help a woman who was being attacked by her partner. Police arrested one of the participants in the conflict.
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Japanese man detained in Thailand for fraud based in Cambodia — The Japan Times
Japanese man detained in Thailand for fraud organized from Cambodia — The Japan Times
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Australian authorities have charged French women with drug smuggling from Thailand.
Australian authorities have charged a French woman with drug smuggling from Thailand AUSTRALIA — July 1, 2026. Australian authorities have tightened border control after a French woman was charged…
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Former Formula 1 driver Mika Salo injured in Bangkok
Former Finnish Formula 1 driver Mika Salo was stabbed in the leg while on vacation in Bangkok. The incident occurred on May 19 at a pedestrian crossing when an unknown individual on a motorcycle…
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Warner Music Thailand deleted a post after accusations of insulting Constitutional Court judges
Warner Music Thailand deleted a Facebook post after users accused it of insulting Thailand's Constitutional Court judges. The incident occurred shortly after the ruling on the dissolution of the Move…
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Suspect Pakkin was arrested on May 23 on a road near the village of Chomphu in Saraphi district, Chiang Mai.
May 24, 2026 Chiang Mai Police Arrest 19-Year-Old Loan Shark for the Fourth Time. Chiang Mai Police arrested a 19-year-old man linked to the illegal loan network "Quick Money" for the fourth time…
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Scammers defrauded over 5,000 victims of 160 million baht in a week BANGKOK – Thailand is facing a massive wave of…
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Russia's Foreign Ministry warns of risks of Russian citizens being detained abroad at the request of the US.
The Russian Ministry of Foreign Affairs has issued a warning to Russian citizens traveling abroad about the increased threat of detention or arrest at the request of U.S. law enforcement agencies and…
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Thailand discusses amendments to competition law: critics fear weakening penalties for big business
Thailand's former Minister of Justice has expressed concern about proposed amendments to the competition law. He believes that the changes could weaken accountability for large corporations, despite…
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A Canadian was arrested for sexual abuse of a minor girl.
A 68-year-old Canadian citizen was arrested in Prachuap Khiri Khan for raping a 15-year-old girl. Officers from the Central Bureau of Investigation (CIB) apprehended James on June 1.
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2026 British motorcyclist arrested on Koh Phangan after leaving Thai doctor in coma
25.05.2026 British motorcyclist arrested on Koh Phangan after leaving Thai doctor in coma Police arrested a British motorcyclist for involvement in a hit-and-run incident on Koh Pha Ngan on Saturday,…
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The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office of the United Kingdom is in contact with the authorities of Thailand,…
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2026 The Prime Minister was not intimidated by pressure over the arrest of 'official' Mauerberger Prime Minister…
Thai Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul stated that he is not concerned about the political implications of the criminal case against South African businessman Benjamin Maubergers. Maubergers,…
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A teenage suspect has been arrested in the murder case of a girl.
A teenage suspect has been detained in the murder case of a girl. In the eastern district of Rayong, a 16-year-old teenager has been arrested, who is suspected of murdering a 17-year-old girl and…
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Suvarnabhumi explained why Thai Airways crew baggage was cleared before heroin arrest in Melbourne — Nation Thailand
Suvarnabhumi explains why Thai Airways crew bag was inspected before heroin arrest in Melbourne — Nation Thailand
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A British man found dead on Thursday morning in Pattaya may have been murdered, according to police.
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Bangkok police are investigating an incident involving former Formula 1 driver Mika Salo
In Bangkok, police have launched an investigation after former Formula 1 driver Mika Salo was injured. The incident occurred in the Sukhumvit area.
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The incident occurred in the early hours of June 14, 2026, on Phra Barami Road in the Kathu district, Phuket.
Tuk-tuk driver confesses to death of Scottish boxer in Phuket PHUKET — A tuk-tuk driver has pleaded guilty in connection with the death of professional Scottish boxer Colin Kearney, 22, who fell from…
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Thai State Railway suspends two employees after positive drug tests in safety crackdown.
22.05.2026 SRT suspends two employees after positive drug tests in safety check campaign BANGKOK, Thailand – The State Railway of Thailand (SRT) has suspended two safety-related employees after they…
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#CybercrimeAwareness #Dial1930 #T4C. For readers: In case of suspected cybercrime, immediately contact the police at…
The Thai police are warning of a new form of cyber scam. Scanning a QR code to receive money is a sign of a scam. If you are asked to scan a QR code to receive funds, immediately stop interacting and…
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A suspect in the robbery of a tourist from Belgium was detained in Pattaya.
In Pattaya, a suspect was promptly detained for robbing a tourist. A woman's bag containing approximately 1000 euros was stolen.
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Deputy police chief personally interrogates the head of the Phuket administration in a case of extortion of 900,000…
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Murder in Pattaya: suitcase with the body of a 17-year-old girl — police searching for foreigner PATTAYA — Police are…
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Thailand: Former deputy chief of Chiang Rai's Chiang Khong district detained for forging weapons purchase permits.
bangkokpost.com: Thailand: Former deputy chief of Chiang Rai's Chiang Khong district arrested on suspicion of organizing a network involved in falsifying over 400 permits for the acquisition of…
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Maxim app taxi driver accused passenger of canceling order
Through the Maxim app, a taxi driver from Chiang Mai claims he was scammed and drove over 200 km for a canceled order. Pang Mapha police are investigating the case, but the platform provides a…
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British film director re-arrested and sent to Koh Chae prison on Samui after his no-return bond was revoked due to…
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Samui District Chief Amorn Chumchuay led the operation together with Samui District officials, transport department…
Thaiger The fight against the taxi mafia on Koh Samui is aimed at curbing illegal territorial control. Yesterday, May 28, an operation began in Surat Thani province, during which officials started to…
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Transgender women attacked a foreigner on Walking Street in Pattaya.
In Pattaya, police arrested three transgender women on suspicion of attacking a foreign tourist on Walking Street on March 5, 2026. The incident occurred during a patrol by tourist police officers.
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The police are about crimes or offenses.
The Samui Police reminded that their jurisdiction covers crimes and offenses. In situations not falling under these categories, contacting the police may be unnecessary.
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2026 Police smashed the "water buffalo gang" which allegedly extorted 64 million baht from elderly victims over 15…
May 31, 2026 Police dismantled the "water buffalo gang" which allegedly extorted 64 million baht from elderly victims over 15 years BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand's Crime Suppression Division (CSD)…
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Thai police conducted a special operation to arrest a drug dealer under the guise of a dance show
In Lopburi province, Thai police conducted an unusual operation to arrest a suspect in drug trafficking and illegal gambling organization. Law enforcement officers disguised themselves as a dance…
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This incident led to a decrease in the number of visitors and highlighted the severity of the problem of marine waste,…
On February 22, 2024, a large amount of garbage, including plastic and wood debris, was washed ashore on Jomtien Beach in Pattaya. The incident led to a decrease in the number of visitors and…
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A Russian citizen was detained in Suvarnabhumi after an incident on the overpass.
A Russian tourist was detained at Suvarnabhumi Airport after an incident on an overpass. The man was behaving inadequately and threatened to jump, after which he was handed over to the police.
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