Former national police chief Pol Gen Somyot Poompanmoung made headlines once again as he arrived at the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases for an arraignment in the notorious Red Bull heir hit-and-run case on Thursday. (Photo: Screen capture via Wassayos Ngamkham) Alongside Pol Gen Somyot, former deputy attorney-general Nate Naksuk and six others faced the stern gaze of public prosecutors, finding themselves entangled in a legal web they might have never anticipated. Prosecutor Suvej Chompong presented the charges, targeting them with an array of accusations, the most severe being dereliction of duty. Suvej, representing the Office of the Attorney-General, brought forth a monumental 19-year statement of accusations, a document packed with allegations that the defendants had mishandled the investigation. The focus of the charges revolves around a critical matter which had many raising their eyebrows — the adjusted speed of the Ferrari driven by Vorayuth Yoovidhya. This…
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Under the brilliant lights of Pattaya, a city known for its vibrant nightlife and sprawling beaches, a somber event unfolded early Thursday morning. A New Zealand man tragically met his demise after plummeting from a high-end hotel, leaving a chilling mark on the tranquil dawn. This heart-wrenching event occurred at a hotel in tambon Nong Phrue, within the bustling Bang Lamung district, lifting the curtain on a narrative that gripped the local community and beyond. The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan foundation received an emergency alert about the grim incident as the clock struck 6am. Pattaya’s city police, accompanied by swift and dedicated rescuers, raced to the scene, where they discovered the body of 36-year-old Akuhata Edward Robert Hammind sprawled out in a tragic end beneath the dazzling rise of the luxury hotel. Initial police reports erased the shadows of foul play; there were no physical signs that indicated an assault. Yet,…
An ambulance solemnly carried the body of a victim from the collapsed tunnel in Pak Chong district, Nakhon Ratchasima, to Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital for a post-mortem examination on Thursday. This moment was documented by the PR team from the State Railway of Thailand, capturing the gravity of the situation vividly. In the heart of NAKHON RATCHASIMA, a tragic discovery was made. One trapped worker from Myanmar was found dead in the collapsed train tunnel on Thursday. The search for the two remaining workers has entered its sixth day, with hopes and efforts intensifying by the minute. The rescuers, comprised of brave individuals from the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) and a team from China’s Hunan Sunshine, discovered the body at around 11 am, according to Ekkarat Sriarayanpong, head of the SRT governor’s office. Sadly, the name of the victim is yet to be confirmed, but Mr. Ekkarat assured that…
Marking the momentous first anniversary of the “Innovation ONE Fund” project, a vibrant press conference unfolded on August 14, 2024. The event was graced by the presence of key industry movers and shakers, including Mr. Kris Imsang, the dynamic President and CEO, Mr. Pranarch Kosayanont, the insightful Senior Executive Vice President of Corporate Strategy Planning and Business Development at IRPC Public Co., Ltd., and Mr. Panutat Kiatananchai, the driven Managing Director of Rakpasak Co., Ltd. Organized under the auspices of the Federation of Thai Industries (FTI), the conference served as a testament to the project’s remarkable success in empowering Thai SMEs and startups to make waves on the global stage. The event, held at the prestigious Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) in meeting rooms 210-211, was nothing short of a masterclass in innovative dialogue and collaboration. During the proceedings, Mr. Pranarch and Mr. Panutat engaged in an enlightening discussion…
Pheu Thai Party Sends Olive Branch to Democrat Party, Invites Them to Join New Coalition On a bustling Wednesday at the parliament, a moment many thought would never come finally unfolded. Pheu Thai secretary-general Sorawong Thienthong, with a genuine smile and a firm handshake, handed over a formal invitation to Democrat secretary-general Det-it Khaothong. The photograph capturing this moment, supplied by the parties themselves, swiftly made rounds on social media, symbolizing a historic truce between two long-time political rivals. The Invitation That Sparks Hope The much-discussed invitation read: “The Pheu Thai Party, as the leader in the formation of the government, believes the Democrats have the capabilities, knowledge, and ideologies to work with Pheu Thai. So, we would like to invite the Democrat Party to join the government and work together in running the country for the benefit of the people.” This move marks a significant step forward, especially considering…
In a historic turn of events, the longstanding rivalry between Thailand’s Pheu Thai Party and the Democrat Party seems to be reaching a surprising conclusion. On Wednesday, Pheu Thai secretary-general Sorawong Thienthong extended a formal invitation to Democrat secretary-general Det-it Khaothong at the parliament, signaling a potential coalition government. This much-anticipated gesture was witnessed by MPs from both camps, marking a significant moment in Thai politics. The invitation letter, which circulated among media outlets, read: “The Pheu Thai Party, as the leader in the formation of the government, believes the Democrats have the capabilities, knowledge, and ideologies to work with Pheu Thai. So, we would like to invite the Democrat Party to join the government and work together in running the country for the benefit of the people.” When questioned about the allocation of cabinet posts to the Democrats, Mr. Sorawong mentioned that Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra would make the…
Attention all travelers to the United Kingdom from Thailand, Canada, and the United States: the UK’s National Crime Agency (NCA) has issued a stern warning that any attempt to bring cannabis into the country could lead to serious jail time. This alert follows a significant spike in the number of arrests reported this year, painting a concerning picture for unwitting visitors. According to the British embassy in Bangkok, a staggering 378 air passengers have already been apprehended for smuggling cannabis into the UK. Even more alarming, an astonishing 15 tonnes of the substance have been seized at UK airports so far in 2024. To put this into perspective, this amount is nearly triple the five tonnes seized in 2023, when 136 people were arrested. Diving deeper into the details, it’s evident that Thailand, Canada, and the United States are the principal sources of the seized cannabis. Out of all the…
Airports of Thailand (AoT) has big plans for Suvarnabhumi International Airport, aiming to transform it into a hub capable of accommodating a whopping 80 million passengers annually by 2031. AoT president Kerati Kijmanawat recently shared that the agency is meticulously revising its master plan to expand the airport’s capacity over the next decade. This ambitious infrastructure initiative is part of the government’s vision to secure a spot for Suvarnabhumi in the world’s top 20 airports within the next five years. The centerpiece of this colossal undertaking is the brand-new South Terminal, which will be constructed on the southern flank of the airport. With a hefty price tag of 120 billion baht, this state-of-the-art terminal promises to significantly bolster the airport’s passenger handling capability. Additionally, a fourth runway, costing an estimated 20 billion baht, will be built to ensure smooth operations and enhanced flight efficiency. With these transformative upgrades, Suvarnabhumi will…
In a startling turn of events, a comprehensive case summary involving 31 suspects, including law enforcement officers who allegedly conspired with civilians to extort a staggering 140 million baht from six online gambling suspects last year, has been officially submitted to prosecutors. Watcharin Phanurat, the deputy spokesman for the Office of the Attorney-General (OAG), shared this critical update yesterday. An extensive dossier, spanning more than 20,000 pages, was meticulously handed over to the OAG’s Corruption Litigation Office, as confirmed by Mr. Watcharin, who also serves as the deputy director-general of the Office of Investigation. The Corruption Litigation Office now faces the pivotal decision of whether to proceed with prosecuting the suspects in the Central Criminal Court for Corruption and Misconduct Cases. The investigation, which has gripped the public’s attention, began in response to serious complaints lodged by six suspects embroiled in an online gambling case. These individuals accused the investigation…
In a chilling turn of events in Samut Prakan’s serene Bang Phli district, authorities have made a breakthrough in the ghastly murder of a local taxi driver. The victim, identified as a 63-year-old man named Meechai (last name withheld), met a horrendous fate that has left the community in shock. Early Tuesday morning, his lifeless body was discovered concealed among the weeds in a fish pond, eerily close to the Chakri Naruebodindra Medical Institute (CNMI). The investigation swiftly led police from the Bang Bua Thong station to a 42-year-old Myanmar national known only as Mr. Sun. His arrest took place late Tuesday night at a residence within the Buathong Thani housing estate in Nonthaburi’s Bang Bua Thong district. The heinous crime scene still bore the traces of the tragedy, with Meechai’s taxi and mobile phone being discovered at the location. Mr. Sun admitted to driving the taxi but staunchly denied…