Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Mother Can't Open 9-Million-Baht Safe, Awaits Son's Return of Key
Mother Pat cannot open a safe she says holds gold and diamond jewelry worth about 9 million baht. Her son Benz has not returned the key, and police may issue a summons if he does not comply. She is seeking police permission to have a locksmith open the safe in their presence with video documentation.
Police Arrest Online Loan Gang in Southern Thailand
Police in Nakhon Si Thammarat arrested two members of an illegal online loan gang that was charging interest rates far above the legal limit across three southern provinces. Officers seized a car, three mobile phones, loan advertisement cards, and 19,100 baht in cash during the raid. The suspects face charges of illegal lending and operating an unlicensed personal loan business.
Former Thai Midfielder Dasakorn Escapes Serious Injury in Crash
Former Thai national midfielder Dasakorn Thonglao escaped serious injury in a van accident in Pak Chong with his family. The vehicle was damaged, but he and his relatives sustained only minor injuries, while his wife and children remained safe. He later thanked luck, merit, and divine protection in a Facebook post.
Chiang Rai Ministry of Finance Building Fire Under Investigation
CHIANG RAI — 13 October 2026, Authorities are investigating the cause and assessing damage after a fire broke out at the Ministry of Finance Government Centre in Chiang Rai on Wednesday evening. Chiang Rai Municipality received a report at 6:33pm on 14 October of a fire inside the complex in Rob Wiang subdistrict, Muang Chiang […]
Ex-Flight Attendant Arrested for Smuggling Foreigners in Songkhla
Songkhla immigration police arrested a former flight attendant turned people‑smuggling broker and four accomplices at a Hat Yai hotel on 15 October 2026. The broker had helped two Chinese migrants enter Thailand illegally from Malaysia and was also linked to a Vanuatu woman intercepted at the Padang Besar border checkpoint. All five suspects face charges of assisting illegal entry, while the three foreigners are charged with unlawful stay.
Three Siblings Drown in Pond Near Home, Father Discovers
Three brothers aged 11, 9 and 6 drowned in a pond near their home in Klang Dong subdistrict, Nakhon Ratchasima, after their father returned from work and found them missing. Rescue teams recovered the bodies, and the father expressed his grief while authorities urged parents to supervise children during school break.
Chinese Man Arrested in Phuket for 1,793-Day Overstay
PHUKET: A 55-year-old Chinese man who overstayed his permission to remain in Thailand by 1,793 days has been arrested at a rental room in Kata, the Immigration Bureau has reported.
Wichit Police Investigate Three Cable Thefts After Arrest
PHUKET: Wichit Police are investigating whether a 32-year-old man arrested on a theft warrant is linked to three separate cases of electrical cable theft, although details of where and when the reported thefts occurred and how much property was stolen in each case have not been disclosed.
Russian Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing into Tree in Pattaya
A 37‑year‑old Russian man died after his Yamaha XSR900 big bike lost control, hit the central median on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya and struck a tree with such force that the rider was thrown over 100 metres. Police and rescue volunteers found him unconscious and without a pulse; despite CPR, he was pronounced dead at the scene. The motorcycle was flung more than 100 metres to the opposite side of the road, and authorities are investigating the cause.
Mother Signs Over Child to Welfare Agency Amid Content Dispute
Mother Da has relinquished custody of her daughter Fah Sai to Chonburi child welfare authorities, stating she can no longer care for the child and fears social media exploitation. The child is barred from making content while under protection, but may return to influencer work under agency supervision if a mutually agreeable arrangement is reached. Cyber police and multiple agencies are involved in the case, and Mother Da insists she still loves her daughter despite the difficulties.
Motorcyclist Dies After Crashing Into Lamp Post in Rayong
A young motorcyclist died after losing control and crashing into a street lamp in Nikhom Phatthana, Rayong, early on October 15, 2026. His friend, riding behind, said they were only about two kilometers from their lodging when the high speed and uneven road caused the accident. Police have documented the scene and taken a statement from the witness for further investigation.
Neighbour Shoots Ex-Wife's Relative Four Times in Ayutthaya
Police in Ayutthaya have arrested a neighbour who fatally shot his ex‑wife’s relative four times after accusing him of spreading rumours about his womanising. The suspect fled on a motorcycle but returned home after running out of cash and fuel, leading to his capture. He has apologised to the victim’s family and admitted he acted rashly while police hunt for the homemade .38 pistol he allegedly discarded in the Chao Phraya River.