Something went tragically wrong at Yannawa Police Station in Bangkok. A 41-year-old man named Krit Thammol, known for his airport transfer services at Suvarnabhumi Airport, fell seriously ill and was wrongly accused of drunk driving by the authorities. The story began to unravel when Krit’s girlfriend, Ms Manao (who prefers her surname withheld), reached out to the Sai Mai Tong Rod Facebook page, hoping to shed light on what exactly happened that ill-fated day. Pol Col Ratthanont Ekthitikulpunt, the superintendent of Yannawa Police Station, acknowledged the severity of the incident. He revealed that Metropolitan Police Division 6 had constituted a special committee to unravel the mystery surrounding Krit’s untimely death. The tale took a heart-wrenching turn when Ms Manao recounted the sequence of that tragic day to journalists. Krit was in the midst of his routine, dropping off passengers at a hotel in Yannawa on July 13, when he was…
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Chiang Rai experienced a heart-wrenching tragedy when a man heinously ended the life of a two-month-old baby after the infant’s mother rejected his demand for sex, as confirmed by local police on Monday. Pol Capt Pichit Chuamuangphan, the deputy chief of investigation at Wiang Kaen police station, recounted how officers swiftly navigated to a residence within Ban Huai Lang village in Tambon Tha Kham upon receiving the distressing call about a child’s murder. Upon arrival, officers were greeted by a harrowing scene: the lifeless body of a two-month-old girl lay on the ground floor, her tiny form bearing a grave head wound. Nearby, the child’s mother, known as Chanikan, aged 20, was engulfed in inconsolable sobs and piercing grief. In her statement to investigators, Chanikan outlined the dreadful sequence of events. It was around 2:30 PM on Sunday when she stepped outside to collect some clothes. Suddenly, Lee Sae Yang,…
In the small, serene village of Ban Huai Lang, nestled within the lush landscapes of Tambon Tha Kham, a horrifying crime has shocked the local community. On an otherwise ordinary day in Chiang Rai, an inconceivable tragedy unfolded that has left everyone in a state of profound grief. According to local police, a heinous act was committed by a man whose advances were brutally rejected by a young mother. Pol Capt Pichit Chuamuangphan, deputy chief of investigation at Wiang Kaen police station, provided heart-wrenching details of the event. On Monday, law enforcement officers hurried to the scene following a distress call about the murder of a child. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of a two-month-old girl on the ground floor of a modest home, her small head bearing a grievous wound. The child’s mother, known only as Chanikan, aged 20, was found nearby, overwhelmed with sorrow and tears.…
In a heart-wrenching sequence of events, authorities have initiated a probe into the tragic demise of a 41-year-old man, who succumbed while in police custody at Yannawa Police Station. The unfortunate incident took place after officers mistook his severe medical condition for intoxication. Pol Col Ratthanont Ekthitikulpunt, the head of Yannawa Police Station, recently announced that Metropolitan Police Division 6 has established a committee to delve into the case thoroughly. The story came to the public’s attention thanks to Ms. Manao (surname withheld), the girlfriend of the deceased, Krit Thammol. She reached out to the Sai Mai Tong Rod Facebook page, hoping to rally support and seek justice for her lost partner. Krit, who was known for his services as an airport transfer driver at Suvarnabhumi Airport, tragically suffered from an ischemic stroke. Pol Col Ratthanont disclosed that he had ordered an officer to make contact with Krit’s family. However,…
A chaotic scene erupted outside the bustling Happyland Center shopping mall in Bangkok, as a dispute turned deadly on a Sunday evening, casting a somber shadow over the Klong Chan sub-district in Bang Kapi. The fateful altercation resulted in the tragic death of Khun Shin Mon, a 34-year-old Myanmar painter, who was fatally stabbed in what authorities are calling a road rage incident. The grisly episode unfolded behind the popular mall, creating a whirlwind of fear and confusion among bystanders. According to Pol Col Thanapan Padungkarn, superintendent of Lat Phrao Police Station, the immediate aftermath saw police launching a manhunt for the suspected assailant, 27-year-old Issara Sitthikham. The tension, however, released a notch when, by 9 AM Monday, Mr. Issara opted to turn himself in. During his questioning, Mr. Issara’s startling confession painted a vivid picture of impulsive rage. Describing himself as a marijuana dealer, he recounted the fateful moment…
On a seemingly mundane Sunday evening, the tranquil atmosphere outside the Happyland Center shopping mall in Bangkok took a dark turn due to an unexpected and tragic incident. The usually bustling Klong Chan sub-district of Bangkok’s Bang Kapi district became the backdrop for a startling altercation that ended in a fatality, leaving many stunned and seeking answers. The altercation involved Khun Shin Mon, a 34-year-old Myanmar national known for his artistic endeavors as a painter. During what appeared to be a routine outing, Khun Shin Mon found himself embroiled in a heated road rage incident. The confrontation escalated rapidly, culminating in him being fatally stabbed twice. Eyewitnesses were left horrified as the scene unfolded behind the mall. The narrative took a grim turn as Pol Col Thanapan Padungkarn, the dedicated superintendent of Lat Phrao Police Station, detailed the aftermath. An immediate manhunt was high-priority, putting all resources into tracking down…
In a remarkable twist of events on Monday morning, sharp-eyed workmen were seen dismantling a contentious billboard at Huai Khwang intersection. This action, captured live by the Thai PBS channel, spawned a flurry of activity among top-tier officials who found themselves entangled in a scenario resembling a blockbuster plot. The billboard, penned in Chinese, promoted a multinational service aimed at fast-tracking passport and citizenship applications—a cue that ignited widespread scrutiny. Under Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin’s direct oversight, an extensive investigation was swiftly initiated to probe both the advertisement’s legality and the operations of the business it promoted. No less than the prime minister, interior minister, national and city police chiefs, provincial administration, and the district office joined forces to untangle this web of intrigue. The colossal advertisement had sparked concerns about the influx of unwanted visitors who may skirt proper immigration procedures, potentially engaging in illicit activities like document forgery…
On a brisk Monday morning, workmen busily dismantled a rather contentious billboard ad at Huai Khwang intersection, captured live by the Thai PBS channel. This Chinese-language advertisement was a bold proclamation for multinational passport and citizenship application services. Its sudden disappearance wasn’t just another Monday mishap but a confluence of rapid actions by the prime minister, interior minister, national and city police chiefs, provincial administration, and the district office. The billboard’s brazen message spurred fears surrounding the influx of undesirable visitors, particularly Chinese nationals, who might skip proper immigration checks and engage in illegal activities such as document forgery and various scams. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin didn’t waste any time. By Monday afternoon, he made his way to Huai Khwang police station, delivering a direct command to the police. His mission was clear: investigate the billboard’s erection and any potentially shady business operations in the Huai Khwang area, a region…
A newspaper page showcasing a haunting report on the Tak Bai massacre was prominently displayed at an exhibition in the Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn Anthropology Centre on April 23, 2024, marking two decades since the grim event. The headline heart-wrenchingly read, “All five daughters now orphaned without father. Wife selling crisp rice bursts into tears”. The evocative photograph captured by Pattarapong Chatpattarasill added a poignant touch to the displayed piece. In the legal aftermath of this tragic massacre, the lawyers representing the victims have pinned their hopes on the provincial court’s acceptance of the case for trial. The anticipation is building as the decision day looms in late August, with the statute of limitations on the case ticking down. Pornpen Khongkachonkiet, a dedicated lawyer from the Cross Cultural Foundation, voiced her optimistic belief this Monday that the latest legal manoeuvres would ensure the judicial system’s attention remains unwavering on this…
Exploring the tranquil landscapes of Mae Chaem district in Chiang Mai, you might not immediately think of earthquakes. Picture the breathtaking paddy fields that stretch infinitely, painting the horizon with shades of green and gold. Yet, beneath this picturesque scenery lies a subtle, almost invisible turmoil. In the early hours of Monday morning, as the world still bathed in the serenity of slumber, Mae Chaem experienced a mild tremor. It was just a week since the last one. The Earthquake Observation Division of the Meteorological Department recorded this 3.0-magnitude quake at exactly 2.49am. The epicenter lay three kilometers below the earth in tambon Mae Nachon. What fascinates the Department of Mineral Resources is that these minor quakes are the results of the Wiang Haeng fault’s natural movements. Imagine it as the Earth’s way of stretching its limbs after a long day. Nobody felt the tremor, and thankfully, it caused no…