Bangkok
Crime and safety news in the region.
Police arrested an organized group of loan scams on apps
5 Aug 2026
Police arrested an organized group of scammers who used fake lending apps. The group had numerous arrest warrants and charges of international extortion.
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Bangkok court ruled on a parking violation case
3 Aug 2026
The judge sentenced a local resident to five months in prison with suspended sentence and a fine of 12,000 baht for stopping his car at a bus stop and getting into a fight with the police.
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There is no permit for the body of a Thai blogger from Georgia to be taken out of Bangkok.
3 Aug 2026
In Bangkok, permission has still not been obtained for the body of a Thai blogger who died in Georgia to be transported. Authorities are considering various issues related to his transportation.
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A severe fire broke out in a bar in Bangkok where 30 people died.
3 Aug 2026
Bangkok police are continuing their investigation following the tragedy at a bar where a fire occurred and 30 people died. Two individuals have taken responsibility for the incident.
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A police station was attacked in Bangkok, and a school has been closed.
3 Aug 2026
A police station in the southern part of the capital was attacked, and a school was closed for safety reasons. Various incidents and investigations are ongoing in the region.
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The Thai shooter dies after killing someone during a funeral ceremony at a Buddhist temple
3 Aug 2026
In Bangkok, the Thai shooter died after being killed during a cremation ceremony at a Buddhist temple. Details of the incident remain unclear.
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Bangkok police uncovered a scheme involving "black currency" fraud
3 Aug 2026
Bangkok police arrested a group of foreigners who tried to deceive by pretending to be police officers.
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Fighting fraud in the area of identity documentation and civil registration
3 Aug 2026
In Bangkok, the fight against scammers continues who deceive residents and tourists by forging documents and engaging in civil registration.
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At Bangkok international airport, three Indian citizens have been arrested with marijuana
2 Aug 2026
At Bangkok's international airport, three Indian citizens were arrested for attempting to illegally export marijuana out of Thailand. According to the police, the narcotic substance was grown in the…
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The suspect who revealed a series of murders is now in witness protection.
2 Aug 2026
The suspect who uncovered an organized group of murderers is now under witness protection. In Bangkok, criminals linked to the murder of radio hosts and other victims have been exposed.
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Police conducted a raid at an illegal Myanmar pub in Bangkok
2 Aug 2026
In Bangkok, police conducted a raid at an illegal Myanmar pub where minors and narcotics were found.
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The testing bureau director has been charged with seven criminal articles.
1 Aug 2026
The director of the testing bureau at Sirnakharinwirot University pleaded guilty to seven criminal charges related to exam cheating for hiring local staff. The police intend to interrogate two…
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A man tried to smuggle methamphetamine from Thailand to Japan.
1 Aug 2026
The police arrested a man who attempted to transport methamphetamine to Japan. He was stopped at customs in Bangkok and provided full statements.
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In Bangkok, a center for ensuring registration security has been launched to combat fake registration data and fraud.
1 Aug 2026
The Department of Local Administration (Dopa) launched a specialized center to fight fake civil records and scams, strengthening efforts against international criminal networks.
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Dopaa launched a center for combating fraud in registration.
1 Aug 2026
The Department for Administrative Management (DAM) launched a specialized registration security center to combat fake documents and personal data fraud.
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Bangkok Cybercrime warns of terrifying scam "virtual kidnapping"
1 Aug 2026
Thailand's Cybercrime warns residents and tourists about the danger of a new type of scam called "virtual kidnapping". Recently, the police rescued a 21-year-old Chinese student who was kidnapped…
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Immigration police arrested three Koreans suspected of investment fraud.
29 Jul 2026
Immigration police in Thailand arrested three Koreans suspected of conducting investment scams. Investigative actions are ongoing, and tourists are advised to be vigilant.
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Thai police arrested two Chinese nationals suspected of robbing luxury homes.
29 Jul 2026
Thai police arrested two Chinese citizens suspected of a series of robberies of luxury homes. Police officers are continuing the investigation and are appealing for public assistance.
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Former tennis player of Thailand died with signs of violent death
27 Jul 2026
Ex-national tennis player Nattawat Sukantarun was found dead in his home in Bang Lamung district, province of Chon Buri. Police are investigating the circumstances of his death and are not ruling out…
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Police uncover scheme of Chinese nominees in Bangkok
27 Jul 2026
Police dismantled the scheme of Chinese nominees in Bangkok, leading to arrests and investigations.
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More than 100 people may be involved in the fraud process during local government exams.
26 Jul 2026
Over 100 individuals from both public and private sectors are likely connected to the fraud process in the local examination system. The government commission estimates that more than a hundred…
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Democrat Party deputy denies tax fraud allegations
22 Jul 2026
Deputy Critch Ipakihnan reported suspected VAT fraud to the ECSD. In light of this, citizens are advised to be vigilant and verify offers before making decisions.
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Road police helped with the birth of twins in Bangkok
16 Jul 2026
On July 14, road police provided assistance to a mother who gave birth to the first twin at home. The second child remained in the womb.
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Nigerian drug baron, leader of the "Dodorima" network, detained in Bangkok.
11 Jul 2026
Thai police arrested 36-year-old Nigerian Aikena Patrick Azubuike, known as Patrick, who is believed to be the leader of the African criminal network "Dodorima." The arrest took place on the evening…
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The incident occurred on June 4 at a cafe on the gas station premises in the Bueng Kum area.
11 Jul 2026
Eight people have been arrested for robbing a 35-year-old Chinese man at a cafe on the gas station in the Bueng Kum area. The victim agreed to exchange baht for cryptocurrency through an online…
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According to a statement from the Customs Department, a Turkish citizen was detained on June 25 after arriving on a…
10 Jul 2026
Passenger from Brazil arrested attempting to bring 12 kg of cocaine into Thailand. A Turkish citizen was arrested at Bangkok's Suvarnabhumi Airport on charges of smuggling a large quantity of drugs.…
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BANGKOK — On July 5, 2026, at 14:00, Lieutenant Pichitphon Ratachat, a police officer from Min Buri Police Station,…
6 Jul 2026
In Bangkok, a man shot his ex-wife and her new partner before committing suicide. The police are investigating; the preliminary version is a personal conflict due to jealousy.
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On July 5, police officers arrested a 47-year-old Nantavat, a resident of Phayao province, in an apartment in Kamang…
6 Jul 2026
On July 5, the police arrested a 47-year-old Nantavat, a resident of Phayao province, as part of an investigation into heroin smuggling involving a stewardess who was detained in Australia. It turned…
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Tragic discovery in Bangkok: young couple found dead in locked car
5 Jul 2026
In Bangkok's Phasi Charoen district, the bodies of a man and a woman were found inside a locked car. Police are conducting an investigation, considering both carbon monoxide poisoning and criminal…
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Australian authorities arrested a flight attendant on June 25 after discovering a suspicious package.
5 Jul 2026
Thai police have detained a suspected drug sender known as the "man in the blue hoodie" in connection with a heroin smuggling case involving a flight attendant. Australian authorities arrested the…
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