Thailand Crime & Accident Reports — Police News
Pipe Bomb Attack Injures Five Security Officers in Yala
Unknown attackers threw two pipe bombs at a Village Security Unit base in Banangsta, Yala, on October 16, 2026. One bomb exploded, lightly wounding five officers and damaging about five motorcycles and the soldiers' quarters. The second bomb failed to detonate and is awaiting disposal by explosive experts.
Bus Crashes Into Expressway Barrier, Rail Pierces Vehicle, 13 Hurt
A city bus lost control on the expressway at the Ngam Wong Wan 1 on-ramp, crashing into the barrier and being pierced by a bridge railing. Thirteen people were injured, one seriously, and were taken to hospital. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.
Mother Wants Son, Aunt Charged Over Forced Nursing Home Stay
Mae Pat is seeking charges against her son and Aunt Maeow for allegedly forcing her into the Sothorachai Nursing Home in Kanchanaburi. She awaits the return of a safe‑key from a man named Benz to verify that her assets are still intact, and has given additional statements to police after new evidence and relatives' contacts emerged.
Nine Arrested in Pattaya Illegal Gambling Bust After Unlocked Door
A Pattaya gambling bust ended in nine arrests yesterday, October 15, after police investigating an illegal card game heard loud cheering from a condominium room in Jomtien and discovered the players had left the door unlocked. The arrests took place at around 7.30pm after Pattaya City Police received an anonymous tip-off about an illegal Pok … The story Pattaya gambling bust catches nine after condo left unlocked as seen on Thaiger News.
Young Woman Dies in Motorcycle-Bus Collision in Ayutthaya
A 19-year-old man from Nakhon Pathom collided with an employee shuttle bus on Asian Highway in Ayutthaya while riding with his 23-year-old girlfriend from Chiang Rai, resulting in her death. The crash occurred at 07:30 on October 16, 2026 near kilometer 20 behind Grand Market. The woman’s body was recovered from under the bus and sent for autopsy, while the male rider sustained minor injuries.
Family Injured Car Plunges From Broken Bridge in Kamphaeng Phet
A family suffered injuries after their car fell from the damaged Wang Khaem Bridge in Kamphaeng Phet Province. The bridge had been closed for over three years due to subsidence, but temporary barriers were not reinstalled, leaving outsiders unaware of the closure. Rescue crews pulled the three occupants from more than five meters below and took them to hospital, with no fatalities reported.
Two Gunmen Kill 31-Year-Old Outside Bangkok Cannabis Shop
Two gunmen opened fire on a 31-year-old man outside a cannabis shop in Bangkok, striking him five times and killing him before escaping on a motorcycle. Police arrived after receiving an emergency call at 1:00 a.m. and found the victim with multiple gunshot wounds. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage to identify the attackers.
Middle-Aged Man Dies In Motorcycle-Trailer Crash In Amnat Charoen
A middle‑aged man died after his motorcycle slammed into the back of a tractor‑carrying trailer in Amnat Charoen province. The rider, whose identity is still unknown, was not carrying any identification. Police are working with the Phetkasem Foundation to locate his relatives.
Grandfather's Truck Skids Into Pond, Saves Four, Toddler Drowns
Grandfather Prasert Thiangthaisong lost control of his pickup on rain‑slick roads in I Chachoengsao, sending the vehicle into a pond. Four occupants were rescued, but his two‑year‑old granddaughter drowned after being underwater for over ten minutes. Police recovered the child’s body and are investigating the accident.
Woman Punches Drunk Harasser Who Threatened Singer on Parade Stage
A heavily intoxicated man repeatedly tried to pull a female singer off the stage during a parade performance in Krasang District, Buriram, on 15 Oct 69. A female event staff member intervened, punching the man once and knocking him to the ground. The singer thanked the staff for protecting her and apologized for the disturbance.
64-Year-Old Man Shoots Neighbor Over Mushroom Picking Dispute
A 64-year-old man in Kanchanaburi shot his 35-year-old neighbor in the back after becoming angry that the neighbor had not taken him mushroom picking as promised. The shooter, who was heavily intoxicated, admitted to the act and was arrested by police. The victim was hospitalized with serious injuries but is now out of danger pending surgery to remove the bullet.
Chiang Rai Police Arrest Two Thais Sheltering Six Chinese
Chiang Rai immigration police arrested two Thai nationals for sheltering six Chinese migrants who had entered Thailand illegally from Laos. The migrants had crossed the Mekong River near Chiang Saen and were staying in a rented house in Mae Sai district while awaiting transport further into the country. The Thais face charges of harbouring illegal immigrants, and the Chinese are being held for illegal entry.