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Tragic Incident at a Phuket Shooting Range

richard1 year ago3 mins

A heartbreaking incident unfolded at the Sai Yuan shooting range in Muang district, Phuket, on a recent Tuesday afternoon. A Belgian tourist, later identified as 52yearold Christian Richard Cerfontaine, reportedly took his own life at the shooting facility. A heartbreaking incident unfolded at the Sai Yuan shooting range in Muang district, Phuket, on a recent Tuesday afternoon. A Belgian tourist, later identified as 52yearold Christian Richard Cerfontaine, reportedly took his own life at the shooting facility.

Taxi Driver Arrested for Robbing Sleeping Passenger in Bangkok

richard1 year ago3 mins

A 45yearold taxi driver, identified as Sirichai, was recently arrested in connection with the theft of valuables worth 1.2 million baht from a Japanese businessman in Bangkok. The businessman, identified as Nammo, had fallen asleep in the taxi after a night out in the city. Sirichai was taken into custody from his room on Ekachai 40 Road in Bang Bon district.

Exploring Gemstone Mining Activities at Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park

richard1 year ago4 mins

Seven individuals were apprehended in Khao Sam Roi Yot National Park, located in Prachuap Khiri Khan, due to allegations of illegal gemstone mining at Tham Mung Korn. This activity is considered a breach of the National Parks Act. The park’s chief, Pongsathorn Promkhuntod, stated that the arrests were made after the park’s SMART Patrol system detected rockcutting activities within its boundaries.

MFP Contemplates Legal Action Over ‘Modified’ iTV Meeting Minutes

richard1 year ago6 mins

The Move Forward Party (MFP) is currently exploring legal action against individuals involved in purported attempts to resuscitate the defunct media company iTV. The objective of these attempts is to use the company to bar party leader Pita Limjaroenrat from becoming prime minister. MFP secretarygeneral Chaithawat Tulathon claims that a video taken during iTV’s online shareholders’ meeting in April contradicts the official minutes, revealing crucial information about efforts to revive the delisted company and portray it as an active media organization.

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B1.2m Healthcare Fraud: Man Arrested After Hundreds of Hospital Visits

richard1 year ago3 mins

A 58yearold man, identified as Sukho, was arrested by police on suspicion of healthcare fraud, causing damages of over 1.2 million baht to the National Health Security Office (NHSO). The suspect was apprehended at a hospital in Ratchathewi district of Bangkok after Crime Suppression Division (CSD) investigators received a tipoff about his upcoming visit.

Overview of Public Health and Environment Initiative

richard1 year ago4 mins

A recent initiative launched by the Sanitation and Environmental Health Division aims to maintain the cleanliness and orderliness of vendors in public places. The program focuses on promoting waste segregation, grease trap installation, and the use of environmentally friendly containers and packaging.

Massive Methamphetamine Seizure in Saraburi Province

richard1 year ago3 mins

A major drug bust in Saraburi province led to the arrest of five suspects and the seizure of 8 million methamphetamine pills worth an estimated 50 million baht. The suspects are believed to be members of the Jae Cake Sanam Chai drug trafficking network.

Chinese Tourists Detained in Bangkok Pub Raid

richard1 year ago4 mins

In a recent raid on a highend pub in Bangkok’s Huai Khwang district, almost 50 Chinese tourists were detained for questioning. Authorities seized a large quantity of illicit drugs during the early morning operation. The pub’s operations were found to be similar to the infamous Jinling pub.

National Park Employee Faces Attempted Rape Charges

richard1 year ago3 mins

A 24yearold temporary employee at Erawan National Park, Pramote Khongkham, has been charged with attempted rape and indecent assault after a Lithuanian tourist filed a complaint. The park authorities have terminated Mr. Pramote’s employment and requested that the police take strict action against him.

Successful Phuket Crime-Free Project

richard1 year ago3 mins

The Phuket crimefree project has demonstrated notable success with over 1,000 foreigners apprehended for overstaying their visas. This achievement was made possible through the collaboration of 800 accommodation providers and the local Phuket Immigration Office. ## Strengthening Law Enforcement through Cooperation