August 6, 2025

Fortune Teller’s Donation Scheme Raises Legal Concerns Over Temple Account

Bangkok: In a case that has prompted legal scrutiny and public outrage, a renowned fortune teller is alleged to have orchestrated a questionable donation scheme using the name of Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu temple. The controversy emerged after it was discovered that the fortune teller was the sole individual permitted to withdraw funds from an account supposedly designated for

Crime Suppression Division to Initiate Temple Sweep Operation Targeting Monastic Misconduct

Bangkok: The Crime Suppression Division (CSD) is gearing up to launch a comprehensive operation aimed at investigating allegations of misconduct within temple grounds. As part of the operation, the CSD will request detailed complaint records from the Department of Religious Affairs. According to Thai News Agency, the Crime Suppression Division has identified over 4,000 complaints against monks, with a directive

Justice Minister Opens 68th International Narcotics Conference Focusing on Methamphetamine Crisis

Bangkok: The Minister of Justice inaugurated the 68th International Narcotics Conference, concentrating on the methamphetamine issue. The event aims to find solutions to the global threat posed by methamphetamine, emphasizing education and legal reforms as key strategies. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Col. Thawee Sodsong, the Minister of Justice, presided over the opening ceremony of the 2025 International Narcotics

Attorney Kerdphol Addresses Alleged Fraud in Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu Donations

Bangkok: Attorney Kerdphol has reiterated that no formal charges have been filed against the renowned fortune teller involved in the donation controversy linked to Wat Phra Bat Nam Phu, although suspicions of fraud persist. He emphasized that the investigation is ongoing, with the Crime Suppression Division yet to verify the complete flow of donations to the temple. According to Thai

Police General Hospital Leads Mental Health Initiative for Refugees in Surin Province

Surin: Police General Hospital has spearheaded a mental health initiative, deploying a team of psychiatrists and psychologists to a shelter in Surin Province. The team aims to provide mental health care to police officers, their families, and the public amid ongoing unrest along the Thai-Cambodian border. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Maj. Gen. Sirikul Srisongka, spokesperson for the Police

Cyber Police Arrest Network Posing as Friend’s Family to Defraud Investors

Bangkok: Cyber police have successfully dismantled a fraudulent network that posed as close family members to defraud investors, resulting in damages exceeding 12 million baht. Nearly 500,000 baht was recovered and returned to the victims. According to Thai News Agency, Pol. Lt. Gen. Trairong Phiwpaen, Commissioner of the Technology Crime Suppression Division (TCSD), announced the arrest during a press conference