June 23, 2025

Latvian National Arrested for Smuggling Heroin at Suvarnabhumi Airport

Bangkok: Immigration and Customs Department officials have successfully intercepted a Latvian man attempting to smuggle heroin concealed within iron bars at Suvarnabhumi Airport. The man, identified as 71-year-old Guntars Lukstins, was detained after a coordinated inspection by the Airport Immigration and Customs Department. According to Thai News Agency, the arrest was made following intelligence provided by the Investigation and Suppression

Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 1 Stresses Strict Compliance with Public Assembly Act at Victory Monument

Bangkok: The Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 1 conducted an inspection at the Victory Monument area, emphasizing the necessity for protesters to adhere strictly to the Public Assembly Act while planning to deploy forces to ensure strict control of the area. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Maj. Gen. Atthaporn Wongsiripreeda, the Commander of Metropolitan Police Division 1 (MPB 1),

Police Seize Over 4,000 Guns in Nationwide Crackdown

Bangkok: The National Police Chief announced the results of the operation ‘Close the City, Subdue the Thieves, Overthrow the Influence’, which mobilized to sweep for firearms for 7 days, seizing more than 4,000 guns. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panphet, the national police chief, led a team to announce the results of the nationwide crime suppression campaign

Cambodia Bans Fuel, Gas Imports From Thailand Amid Rising Border Tensions

Phnom Penh: Cambodia has announced a ban on the importation of all fuel and gas from Thailand starting Sunday midnight, following escalating border tensions between the two ASEAN member states. Prime Minister Hun Manet revealed this decision through his official social media platforms, emphasizing the immediate effect of the halt on imports. According to Nam News Network, Prime Minister Hun

National Police Chief Clarifies Involvement of Police General Hospital’s Chief Physician

Bangkok: The National Police Chief has clarified that the role of the Police General Hospital’s chief physician remains separate from the Medical Council’s resolution. The potential promotion of the chief physician to deputy national police chief is currently under legal review. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panphet, the national police chief, addressed the Medical Council’s decision to

Police Chief Confirms No Evidence of Third-Party Disruption in Upcoming Rally

Bangkok: “Big Tai,” the national police chief, has confirmed that intelligence reports have not identified any third-party interference in the upcoming rally. However, a strategic plan has been formulated, and law enforcement personnel are on high alert to monitor the situation. The duration of the rally and any potential escalation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. According to Thai

National Police Chief Asserts Hun Sen Prosecution Depends on Evidence

Bangkok: The national police chief has confirmed that the decision to prosecute former Cambodian Prime Minister Hun Sen hinges entirely on the available evidence. The ongoing investigation into an audio clip involving Hun Sen may require the Thai Prime Minister’s involvement, contingent on the investigator’s judgment. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Panpetch, the national police chief, discussed

Drug Network Dismantled, 2.4 Tons of Ice Seized, Worth Over 3 Billion

Rayong: DSI joins forces with the Navy and the Office of the Narcotics Control Board to break up a drug network, seizing 2.4 tons of crystal methamphetamine worth over 3 billion baht, ready for export. The Prime Minister praised the officers and announced that he would continue to suppress drugs. According to Thai News Agency, Ms. Paethongtarn Shinawatra, Prime Minister,