A 22yearold Senegalese man, Cheikhonuna Ba, went missing while swimming at Freedom beach in Phuket on Friday. Fortyfive searchers from Karon municipality and other agencies continued the search operation on Saturday. ## Expanded Search Area
The Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has ordered the demolition of three illegally built resorts on Phu Thap Boek, a popular hillside tourism destination in Phetchabun province. Environment Minister Varawut Silpaarcha has tasked his adviser Yuthapol Angkinan, along with an environmental inspector and relevant agencies, to take swift action against the resorts.
Fugitive former Thai Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra could be treated as an elderly prisoner if he returns to Thailand to face his jail term, according to the Department of Corrections. Thaksin’s daughter, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, announced that her father is set to arrive at Don Mueang airport on August 10. This would mark Thaksin’s first return to Thailand in 17 years.
Siam Piwat Group, a prominent real estate and retail developer, has joined forces with leading airline Cathay Pacific to provide increased lifestyle benefits to members of both VIZ and Cathay loyalty programs. This collaboration aims to strengthen Siam Piwat’s premium business ecosystem and enhance its ‘Inclusive Luxury Lifestyle Destination’ positioning.
Rayong, an eastern province in Thailand, has been experiencing heavy rainfall since Thursday night, with Nikhom Phatthana district suffering the worst damage. Flash floods have affected several parts of the district as local authorities, including Nikhom Phatthana Police, Nikhom Phatthana Tambon Administrative Organization (TAO), Siam Ruam Jai Rescue Foundation, and the Siam Rayong Rescue Foundation, are working together to help those in need.
Sararat “Aem Cyanide” Rangsiwuthaporn, her exhusband Pol Lt Col Withoon Rangsiwuthaporn, and her lawyer Thanicha Aeksuwannawat have been indicted on attempted murder and colluding in theft charges. Prosecutors are still reviewing 14 murder cases allegedly committed by Ms. Sararat. The Office of Criminal Cases 5 in the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) issued the indictments.
Three Germans and a Pakistani with Thai nationality have been arrested for the murder of a German businessman in Pattaya. The dismembered body of the 62yearold victim was found in a freezer at a rented house. ## Suspect Arrests and Background
Nine underprivileged schools in Thailand have been placed under royal patronage by His Majesty the King, according to Education Minister Trinuch Thienthong. These schools, previously named “Sueksa Songkhro” Schools, will be renamed “Rajaprajanugroh” Schools after being adopted by the Rajaprajanugroh Foundation Under Royal Patronage.
In a nationwide operation targeting illegal firearms and criminal activities, Thai police have seized a significant number of illegal guns, ammunition, and drugs while arresting over 900 suspects. The monthlong crackdown began on July 1 and is supervised by multiple law enforcement agencies.
Phuket residents are increasingly concerned about a growing number of unsettling incidents involving foreign visitors. Recently, a TikTok video posted by user Pookpik409 showed a Caucasian man causing damage to parked vehicles in front of a convenience store. Phuket residents are increasingly concerned about a growing number of unsettling incidents involving foreign visitors. Recently, a TikTok video posted by user Pookpik409 showed a Caucasian man causing damage to parked vehicles in front of a convenience store.