Amid the peaceful darkness of a late Wednesday evening in Nakhon Pathom province, an act of valor unfolded as four suspects were taken into custody in what is being hailed as the largest single narcotics operation in Thailand’s history. The unfolding of this gripping incident was led by Deputy National Police Chief Pol Gen Torsak Sukwimol. As the clock struck 11:30 pm, the quiet of the night was broken in the Muang district of Nakhon Pathom. Police officers, led by Torsak Sukwimol, swarmed the premises of a two-story dwelling located at 20/15 Soi Lamphaya-Bosco 2 Road. It was a part of their compelling mission targeted at cracking down on drug traders and their illicit activities. The daring operation resulted in the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of colossal quantities of narcotics. The premises harboured Apichart Ekchin, aged 38, along with the Khiaophrai brothers—Chalit, 39 years old, Charan and…
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One late August 2023 evening, in the quaint district of Samut Prakan, a grimmer side of reality emerged. In a three-storey townhouse in Bang Phli district, a macabre scene unfolded. A woman and her young sons fatally attacked, and her husband battling both physical wounds and emotional devastation, the remnants of a horrific family tragedy (credit: Sutthiwit Chayutworakan). A connection between a scam gang and this chilling homicide led to the arrest of a young woman, Jirapinya Naeyued, aged 22. On an ordinary Wednesday afternoon, while she was returning home from Cambodia, she was apprehended at the Aranyaprathet immigration check post in Sa Kaeo. A seamless collaboration between immigration investigators, local police, and paramilitary rangers facilitated the arrest at the inbound passenger terminal. She was nabbed moments after crossing the border through the Ban Khlong Luk checkpoint. Reports confirmed that she was involved with a scam gang notorious in the…
Get ready for the biggest sustainability event in the Asean region – the Sustainability Expo 2023 (SX2023) which will include a highly anticipated food festival, a uniquely themed marketplace, and a special zone just for kids. This is all happening at the distinguished Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC), set to commence from Friday. With the principal exhibits and seminars taking off from October 2nd until October 8th on the grand floor of QSNCC, we are promised a memorable event indeed. The premise of SX2023 is “Good Balance, Better World”, a theme specifically chosen to stimulate visitors to investigate and embrace more sustainable practices. The whole occasion situated at the QSNCC in the thriving Klong Toey district is complimentary for all attendees. Guests can look forward to gaining valuable insights from discussions led by specialist speakers about the growing green industry, global green market trends, environmentally friendly lifestyles and cutting-edge…
In the thriving district of Huai Khwang in Bangkok, commonly known as the “new Chinatown”, crime rates involving Chinese nationals, mostly towards their fellows, have been on an unusual rise. An unfolding scenario leading to authorities zeroing in on a Chinese suspect has brought this issue to the fore. The proceeding incidents unraveled in this community point towards an elaborate robbery plot, leading to the arrest of the suspect in Sri Racha district of Chon Buri. 34-year-old, Lui Jian, found himself in the police dragnet on Wednesday after the Criminal Court issued a warrant against him on armed robbery charges and accusation of public gun and knife possession, as reported by Pol Maj Gen Teeradet Thamsuri, commander of the Investigation Division of the Metropolitan Police Bureau. The police report furnishes details about how Mr. Lui along with five of his countrymen, equipped with guns and knives, executed a home invasion…
Chaiwat Limlikit-aksorn, once a reputed chief at the Kaeng Krachan National Park took center stage at the court on Thursday. Brought to trial due to his speculated involvement in the vanishing of a Karen rights activist Porlajee “Billy” Rakchongcharoen, he experienced a sigh of relief as the court acquitted him of murder charges. However, his victory was short-lived as the court sentenced him to a three-year stint in prison for his carelessness regarding Billy’s apprehension. This rendering has put the spotlight on this case, attracting attention and scrutiny from numerous human rights groups. A trio of allies who faced accusations alongside him were excused from all charges by the court, asserting they merely complied with the instructions of their superior. Seeking recourse, Mr. Chaiwat is prepared to contest his conviction under Section 157 of the Criminal Code. Stemming from this legislation is the exploration of conduct involving public officials. In…
In an incident caught on school surveillance cameras, a harsh encounter between a teacher and her pupil caused an uproar. The teacher, clearly agitated, slapped a student so forcefully that it dislodged his face mask. The reason for her wrath – the student’s refusal to refer to her as “mum”. This overwhelming scenario was subsequently spread all over the internet, sparking a wave of reactions. Thatchapol Polrat, who serves as the Deputy Dean for Ramkhamhaeng University and oversees its demonstration secondary schools, addressed this incident recently. According to him, an in-depth discussion has been held with the student’s guardian regarding the distressing occurrence. The viral video features a shocking sequence where the teacher firmly grasps the student’s wrist, leads him along a corridor, and then halts to reprimand him. She points at his face prior to giving him a strong slap, powerful enough to knock off his face mask. As…
In the heart of beautiful Chiang Mai province, the local tribal leader, Pita Limjaroenrat, along with villagers from the Karen tribe, braved the rain to make a stands against an unfavorable coal mining project. Limjaroenrat, formerly at the helm of the prominent Move Forward Party, led a team of MPs and party members to resonate with the chants echoing from the placard-adorned villagers, matching onward to submit a letter of protest to the district’s chief. The demonstration was more than just a march, instead it was the culmination of a public forum held earlier that day. The gathering had represented a Rolodex of human rights advocates, distinguished legal minds, and devoted environmentalists, all amassed to have their voices heard. Among them were representatives from the small but resilient Kaboedin village and others from a broad network of groups vehemently opposing the proposed mine – all fearing the potential toll the…
One of the key arteries linking the low-lying northeastern regions to the Eastern parts of Thailand, Highway 304, was forced to close down on an unexpectedly wet Thursday morning. The direct cause of this unexpected occurrence was a deluge of floodwater, a consequence of incessant rainfall in recent days. This led to the immediate closure of the highway’s twin tunnels which traverse a significant wildlife corridor in the Nadi district located in the Prachin Buri province. The decision to close down the highway and its twin tunnels was made by Sonthaya Fueangcharas, the Assistant District Chief. At around 9:15 am, he observed the tunnels had been submerged in 30-50 centimetres of floodwater stretching across a length of 80 metres. Similarly, Highway 304 was buried under an even deeper layer of water, reaching up to 40-50 centimetres. Owing to these conditions, the Nadi-Nakhon Ratchasima section of the highway alongside the tunnels…
An air of anticipation was palatable as some of the very first passengers made their way to the newly launched satellite terminal, SAT-1, at the Suvarnabhumi International Airport on a fine Thursday afternoon. The soft launch on this day has marked the official opening of the terminal to the general public. Image credit goes to the talented photographer Varuth Hirunyatheb who beautifully captured this moment. This ambitious addition, referred to as Satellite 1 (SAT-1), is a significant milestone in the airport’s constant pursuit of improvement. Hailed by the Suvarnabhumi Airport director, Kittipong Kittikachorn, it is poised to bolster the airport’s capacity to handle up to an impressive 60 million passengers a year, a notable surge from its previous capacity of 45 million. “Despite the turbulence caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, the 17-year-old Suvarnabhumi airport has been witnessing a steady revival of passenger traffic,” said an optimistic Mr. Kittipong. And the…
Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn, a prominent figure in the Move Forward Party and a keen whistleblower on internal misconduct, is once again making headlines. This time around, he has got his sights set on a savings co-operative run by the local police in his hometown of Lamphun that seems to be in dire need of scrutiny. This comes after his big reveal concerning the widespread bribery case linked to overloaded trucks involving high-ranking police officials. According to Wiroj Lakkhanaadisorn and his political fellow, Witwisit Phansuanplook, both of whom are representing Lamphun in the house of representatives, over 400 members of a local police savings and credit co-operative have allegedly fallen prey to an elaborate fraud scheme executed by the co-op staff. This scam has reportedly led to a staggering loss of at least 220 million baht. Details of the fraudulent activity were disclosed to Mr. Witwisit by concerned police officers who approached…