Imagine jetting off to a tropical paradise, expecting sun-soaked beaches and coconut cocktails, only to find yourself tangled in a web of misfortune. Such was the fate of Vladimir Tulayev, a Russian tourist who found his holiday dream in Pattaya turning into an unsettling reality. The serene lull of his vacation was rudely interrupted by an audacious thief who slashed open his suitcase as easily as a coconut, pilfering treasures worth over 100,000 baht. Vladimir, whose vacation plan involved leisurely breakfasts and lazy beach days, now finds himself tangled in a real-life crime thriller. The dastardly deed occurred right under his nose while he believed his hotel room sanctuary was impenetrable. This sly thief, purportedly a Thai male with slick skills and a sharp object, carved open Vladimir’s suitcase like a roasted turkey, disappearing into thin air with a bounty that included 40,800 baht, 26,000 rubles adding up to another…
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In a harrowing turn of events in Chon Buri, a 23-year-old woman narrowly escaped a brutal assault by her former Chinese boyfriend. The man, in a fit of violence, attacked her with a metal bar and menaced her with scissors, threatening to mutilate her toes. Despite the gravity of the offense, in a surprising twist of justice, the assailant was released by authorities after compensating the victim with a sum of 50,000 baht. The drama unfolded off Highway 331 in Huay Yai, a quiet area within Chon Buri’s Bang Lamung district. Local police received a distress call about the assault and rushed to the scene. There, they found the woman, whom we’ll call Tukta, visibly traumatized, her face and neck smeared with blood. Residents identified the attacker as her ex-boyfriend, a Chinese national, who had stayed put at the scene, thwarted by missing car keys. Meanwhile, his two accomplices managed…
The tale of Raymond Wallace, a 72-year-old retired lorry driver from the picturesque town of Sidmouth, Devon, embarked on what was supposed to be a heartwarming adventure, but fate had other plans. His escapade through Thailand took a dark turn, transforming into a harrowing saga that has left his family rallying to bring their beloved father home. As the sun in Thailand began to rise on Valentine’s Day, Wallace checked himself into a hospital in Hua Hin, succumbing to severe respiratory distress. Despite being in the land of smiles, this was no pleasant scenario. The initial diagnosis hinted at pneumonia, but the medical mystery deepened, transitioning to an acute respiratory distress syndrome. To muddy the waters further, a call to the British Embassy whispered suspicions of kidney issues, leaving the family in an exasperating puzzle over Wallace’s true condition. At the heart of this emotional rollercoaster is Karrie, Wallace’s devoted…
What do you get when five more legendary football stars swap their cleats for golf clubs? You get the most highly anticipated event of the season: the Reignwood Icons of Football tournament, set to tee off next month on the lush greens of Bangkok’s picturesque Robinswood Golf Course. Excitement is palpable as former football connoisseurs Jimmy Bullard and Jermaine Jenas line up for Team England. They’ll face off against a world-class Team World, boasting international icons like Carlos Tevez, the nimble Diego Forlán, and Dutch wizard Ronald de Boer. This matchplay showdown promises a fair share of on-course antics — anything but a straight drive to victory. Among the stars, Jimmy Bullard, known for his cheeky grin and dazzling footwork, is raring to exchange his dribbles for drives, jokingly stating that he’s ready to “putt” his skills to the ultimate test. “I’m absolutely buzzing to be a part of this…
In a heart-wrenching tale emanating from the southern Thai province of Nakhon Si Thammarat, the serene waters of the Tha Wang canal bore witness to a tragic chapter in the life of a Rohingya man who is believed to have taken his own life. On February 18, somber news rippled through the community as officers from the Mueang Nakhon Si Thammarat Police Station were summoned to the scene at precisely 1:40 pm. The air was tinged with melancholy as the intricately dressed man lay lifeless, adorned with a watch and two rings yet devoid of any personal documentation or identifying marks of physical violence. Speculation runs rife that this deeply private individual had sought refuge in Thailand through unlawful means, possibly yearning for safety and sustenance. His journey meandered from the complex tapestry of Malaysia, wending its way through Songkhla before settling in the vibrant rivulets of life that flow…
Picture this: a white Mitsubishi Triton truck, so overloaded with sacks of dried cassava that its rear tires seem to be staging a protest against the weight they bear. As the vehicle trudged along under its burdensome load, it caught the watchful eye of law enforcement in the Sangkhla Buri district of Kanchanaburi, Thailand. Led by Police Major General Pornchai Chaloradej, the officers were determined to unveil the mystery hidden beneath the cassavas. What they discovered was far more than just agricultural produce. Police Lieutenant Colonel Supakit Mahachokthoranee, ever the vigilant deputy chief of provincial investigations, commanded the suspicious pickup to a halt. With its registration plate reading นข 3507 from Phetchaburi, the vehicle seemed ordinary at first glance. Yet, as everyone knows, appearances can be deceiving. The driver, a 34-year-old stateless man known by the single name Akwa, attempted a simple explanation. He claimed he was merely delivering dried…
This week, an audacious yet meticulously orchestrated scam sweeping through the streets of Thailand, right from the vibrant chaos of Bangkok to the serene provinces, came crashing down. The Royal Thai Police have untangled a sprawling web of deception, snaring ten suspects suspected of miring billions of baht in a Thai-Chinese investment debacle. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), blowing the lid off on February 18, announced the arrests, a motley crew now facing the ramifications of their devious acts. In their custody, under high scrutiny, are six Thai nationals—four women and two men—beside four Chinese men. This impressive dragnet was cast across Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Nakhon Si Thammarat, Prachin Buri, Sa Kaeo, Samut Prakan, Samut Sakhon, and Samut Songkhram in a fevered sweep that spanned over days. The suspects include 27-year-old Atchara, 44-year-old Porntip, 31-year-old Nopawit, 21-year-old Chonlathee, 26-year-old Pantharee, and 39-year-old Supawadee, as well as Chinese nationals: 35-year-old Gao,…
In a spirited response to mounting criticism, Labour Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn has stepped forward to counter the People’s Party’s (PP) allegations against the Social Security Office’s (SSO) spending habits. Painting a vivid picture of the oversight landscape, Phiphat aimed to dispel the notion that the management of the Social Security Fund (SSF) is a carefree expenditure bash. He underscored the fact that the Social Security Board, which steers the financial ship, is elected rather than appointed, hinting at a democratic backbone to its operations. The minister’s pointed comments were a direct response to Rakchanok Srinok, a feisty PP MP for Bangkok, who had taken to her social media platform over the weekend to voice concerns about the SSO’s financial prudence. Her accusations revolved around alleged lavish spending on overseas travel, training escapades, and glossy public relations campaigns. But hold your horses, Phiphat declared! There’s more to the story, and it’s…
In the early hours of February 18, while most of the world was sound asleep, a treacherous road mishap unfolded on Highway 24’s Chok Chai-Det Udom stretch in Nakhon Ratchasima’s Chok Chai district, painting a scene that could rival a disaster movie. Armed with the resolve of action heroes, local police and emergency responders raced to the rescue, after the unlucky intercity bus faced an unfortunate dance with fate. Picture this: a passenger-laden bus attempting a routine journey from Ubon Ratchathani to Pattaya and Rayong met with an impromptu, unplanned detour, courtesy of slippery, rain-kissed roads. A trailer, a lamppost, and one nervous driver later, the bus found itself toppled onto its side, performing a regrettable pirouette into a roadside ditch just shy of a chicken processing plant. The time was 12:30 AM, marking an unholy hour for eighteen passengers who found their trip taking an unwelcome twist. The passengers,…
In the bustling city of Pathum Thani, a rather unsettling incident transpired, transpiring like a plot straight out of a dramatic thriller. The scene was set in the quiet but industrious Hathairat area of Lam Luk Ka, where a gas shop owner, known as Aem, found herself tangled in a web of deceit spun by a man with a penchant for masquerading law enforcement. The gripping tale began in December 2023, when Aem, a spirited 39-year-old, decided to purchase a second-hand motorcycle from what she thought was a legitimate Facebook seller. She paid a modest sum of 8,000 baht for her new ride. But as fate would have it, misfortune came knocking just two days later. Her shiny two-wheeler vanished into thin air, pilfered by a newly hired employee who disappeared as swiftly as he’d surfaced. Desperate to retrieve her stolen motorcycle, Aem reported the incident to the local police.…