In the dynamic expanse of the Thai waters off Trat province, an unexpected maritime drama unfolded on a typically serene morning. The protagonist? A brazen Vietnamese fishing vessel and a resolute patrol craft from the Thai Navy, the formidable Thepa Royal Boat. This wasn’t a mere episode of sea-bound misadventure – it was a heady mix of a high-seas chase and international maritime enforcement. As the first rays of the sun were breaking through the horizon, Thai authorities were already in hot pursuit of a fleet of Vietnamese fishing boats that had dared to foray into territorial waters to fish illegally. Vice Adm Arpa Chapanon, the vigilant director of the Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre Region 1, was on high alert as he narrated the unfolding events. The calm waters had perhaps lulled the intruding fishermen into a false sense of security, but the Thai naval forces were anything but…
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In a thrilling maritime encounter that could arguably serve as the plot of an action-adventure film, the serene waters off Thailand’s Trat province recently became the backdrop for an unexpected maritime skirmish. It all unfolded on a seemingly calm Wednesday when a Vietnamese fishing vessel, apparently in overdrive mode while attempting to dodge detention for illegal fishing, met the starboard of none other than the stoic Thepa Royal Boat, a ship belonging to the Thai naval patrol. The impact was less like a nautical love tap and more of an audacious smack, ruffling more than just the water’s surface. This unexpected rendezvous became quite the tale, as narrated by Vice Admiral Arpa Chapanon, a leading light in the Thai Maritime Enforcement Command Centre of Region 1. According to Chapanon, the day wasn’t meant to involve bumper boats but indeed ended up with an oversight on inter-boat etiquette that caused substantial…
In a miraculous escape straight out of an action-packed thriller, a young Thai schoolboy found himself at the heart of a nail-biting tale when he unexpectedly tumbled out of a school van, landing smack-dab in the middle of the bustling roads of Nakhon Si Thammarat. His unexpected adventure began when the rear door of the moving vehicle swung open without warning, leading to a sequence of events that left onlookers gasping in disbelief. The drama unfolded in all its dashcam-recorded glory and was later shared by Supachai Saetuang, a quick-thinking Thai motorist who was trailing just behind the van. Intending to remind other drivers of the importance of safety, Supachai took to Facebook, emphasizing the need for vigilance and securing all doors before hitting the road. His real-life footage paints a vivid picture: the school van, casually waiting at a traffic light, mistakenly shifted lanes just as its backdoor buckled…
In a startling incident that sent shivers down the spines of onlookers, a young schoolboy in Nakhon Si Thammarat miraculously emerged unscathed after tumbling from a moving school van. This heart-stopping occurrence unfolded when the vehicle’s rear door unexpectedly flew open, casting the boy onto the busy street. But what’s even more incredible is the serendipitous presence of Supachai Saetuang, a quick-thinking motorist trailing behind, who became the unlikely savior of this nerve-wracking tale. Supachai, a vigilant driver cruising at a leisurely pace, was following the school van when the unimaginable happened. As the traffic light flickered green, granting the caravan of cars permission to move, the school van driver bizarrely decided to switch from the left to the middle lane. This sudden maneuver was followed by the van’s rear door flinging wide open, launching the young boy onto the tarmac. Fortunately, Supachai’s car was moving at a snail’s pace,…
In the ordinary hustle and bustle of a routine bus journey across Thailand, an unexpected and chilling tragedy unfolded. Passengers on a tour bus from Rayong to Nakhon Phanom were in for a dreadful surprise when they realized that what they had mistaken for a peaceful nap was anything but. The scene was the Ban That Intersection, Sakon Nakhon, where the unsuspecting passengers discovered the lifeless body of a fellow traveler, 51-year-old Jakkrit from Tha Bo district, Nong Khai province. Throughout the demanding 12-hour journey, Jakkrit appeared to be asleep, completely unassuming in his second-floor seat. It was only when the bus driver, Anan, tried to rouse his passengers at the Ban That intersection that Jakkrit’s unfortunate fate was uncovered. In a move all too common on long journeys, Anan shook Jakkrit’s shoulders, saying, “I shook him to wake him up, but his body was already stiff.” Nearby passengers were…
In a heart-wrenching twist of fate, what began as a routine bus journey morphed into a somber event when a passenger was found deceased in his seat. Fellow travelers, thinking he was merely resting his eyes during the long haul, did not realize the severity of the situation until the bus reached its destination. The unsettling revelation was brought to light when the driver attempted to rouse him at a designated stop, only to find him unresponsive and cold to the touch. The incident unfolded on a tour bus traveling from Rayong to Nakhon Phanom and was parked at Ban That Intersection in Sakon Nakhon province. The discovery prompted responses from the Sakon Nakhon City Police and the Sakon Nakhon Foundation Metta Tham Rescue Unit, Uthit Unit, who were called to the scene. The deceased, identified as 51-year-old Jakkrit hailing from Tha Bo district, Nong Khai province, was discovered in…
In a striking display of diligence and precision, Police Region 8 has announced the successful conclusion of an expansive operation targeting a foreign business network unlawfully seizing job opportunities from Thai citizens—a network that allegedly inflicted damages amounting to a jaw-dropping 1 billion baht. This showcase of resolve by law enforcement unfolded as Police Major General Pornchai Khajornklin, the Deputy Commander of Police Region 8, explained the intricate details of an impressive investigation and subsequent raid on February 25th. Aimed at foreign entities engaged in clandestine business ventures, the operation stretched across seven provinces under the command of Police Region 8, casting its net over 29 distinct targets. In a headline-grabbing reveal, officers apprehended 23 suspects, with one particular case standing out—a major bust involving Chinese nationals operating in the idyllic backdrop of Phuket. These individuals stand accused of craftily concealing their businesses by adopting nominee structures, enabling them to…
In an audacious feat sure to be the talk of the town for weeks, Police Region 8 has uncovered a monumental foreign business scheme causing over one billion baht in damages from jobs snatched away from Thai nationals. Just yesterday, on February 25, Police Major General Pornchai Khajornklin, the esteemed Deputy Commander of Police Region 8, bared it all to the excited public. A meticulously crafted investigation and ensuing raid saw the takedown of foreign groups engaged in illegal entrepreneurial shenanigans in the realm of Land of Smiles. From the vibrant streets of Phuket to the tranquil landscapes of Nakhon Si Thammarat, the operation encompassed seven provinces, zeroing in on no less than 29 targets. And what a catch it proved to be! Behind bars now sit 23 individuals, with the case’s pièce de résistance being the apprehension of several Chinese nationals on the paradisiacal island of Phuket. These shrewd…
The tranquil town of Yasothon recently found itself at the epicenter of a heart-wrenching tale that sent shockwaves through the community. A phone scam, perpetrated by wily fraudsters, managed to strip a 68-year-old woman named Nanta and a 75-year-old man named Sanchai of their life savings to the tune of 2.4 million baht. This cunning ruse not only cost them financially but also left an indelible mark on their sense of trust and security. It all began in late January, when Nanta received a seemingly innocuous call from an unfamiliar number. The voice on the other end claimed to represent Krungthai Bank and alleged that her name had been used nefariously to open a bank account tied to illegal activities. The caller’s advice was straightforward: Nanta needed to report the matter to the police immediately. However, with the police station located in Mueang Ubon Ratchathani and Nanta grappling with transportation…
In what can only be described as a distressing tale of trust betrayed and manipulation at its most cunning, an elderly pair in Yasothon found themselves stripped of their life savings, falling prey to a sophisticated phone scam that duped them out of a staggering 2.4 million baht. This unfortunate saga began in late January when Nanta, a 68-year-old resident of Yasothon, received an ominous call from someone posing as a Krungthai Bank representative. The voice on the other end ominously claimed that her name had surfaced in a criminal investigation—the opening of a bank account for unlawful activities. It was seemingly a matter of urgency, demanding that she report immediately to the Mueang Ubon Ratchathani Police Station. Given the hurdles of transportation, visiting the station was out of the question for Nanta. In an ill-fated twist of trust, she accepted the caller’s offer of a direct line to law…