Thailand News: Briton arrested, tenant damage, iguana detention

A British tourist, known as Mr. Jack, has been charged with dangerous driving in Thailand. The charge was filed after investigators reviewed online evidence of the incident. He is accused of driving without due care or consideration for other persons. In Hua Hin, a landlady warned other landlords and local women after, she claimed, a Swiss tenant severely damaged her rented property. Published photos reportedly show significant damage, including a punctured mattress, electrical appliances thrown into the pool, and general disarray in the house. The owner stated that the damage was discovered after the tenant had lived in the property for about six months. She also claimed that over 100 condoms were found in the house and that the man continued to arrange meetings with women at the property after the lease ended. Channel 8 reportedly contacted the landlady when she sought police assistance regarding compensation; no public lawsuits or response from the tenant have been reported. Philippine authorities have stated that they will arrest Senator Ronald "Bato" dela Rosa, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court on charges of crimes against humanity. De la Rosa previously served as national police chief and was one of the main implementers of former President Rodrigo Duterte's deadly anti-drug campaign. The National Bureau of Investigation stated that it would carry out the arrest after the Supreme Court rejected the senator's attempt to block the ICC warrant's execution. De la Rosa recently reappeared after months of hiding before leaving the Senate early on May 14, and officials said they had information about his whereabouts. He denies involvement in illegal killings, while Duterte remains in custody in The Hague awaiting trial on charges of crimes against humanity. Three Thai citizens were arrested at an Ecuadorian airport after authorities discovered 12 rare marine iguanas hidden in their luggage. The reptiles were discovered during a luggage inspection at José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil on May 19, reportedly with the help of dogs trained to detect wildlife. Officials stated that the suspects were attempting to board a flight bound for another Asian country, although their alleged destination was not disclosed. One iguana had already died, and the remaining 11 were found emaciated and injured after their paws were tightly bound for transport. The suspects remain in custody on charges of illegal wildlife trafficking, which can carry a prison sentence of up to three years under Ecuadorian law. For readers: When renting accommodation in Thailand, always thoroughly document the condition of the property before and after your stay to avoid disputes over damages.