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A South African woman was arrested at Phuket International Airport after authorities allegedly discovered around 16 kilograms of heroin concealed inside her luggage. The suspect, identified only as 32-year-old Buhle, was detained at approximately 6 p.m. on June 11 at the oversized baggage drop-off area on the third floor of the airport’s international terminal in Mai Khao, Thalang district. According to police, customs officers and narcotics suppression units became suspiciou

A Russian national wanted under an Interpol Red Notice has been arrested in Phuket after Thai immigration authorities tracked him to a luxury villa where he had allegedly been hiding. The suspect, identified only as Igor, was taken into custody by officers from Immigration Division 6 working alongside Phuket Immigration Police. Investigators had reportedly been monitoring his movements before moving in and arresting him as he left the villa on Saturday morning. According to i

Police in Phuket have arrested two Myanmar nationals accused of murdering a fellow citizen in a case that was solved less than a week after the victim's body was discovered. The investigation began on June 4, when officers were called to an area near an abandoned hotel and spa in Thalang, where the body of a 51-year-old Myanmar man, identified as Ye Min Kyaw, was found. According to police, the victim had suffered multiple stab wounds. Investigators also recovered a knife she

Thai lifeguards intervened to prevent a potentially dangerous accident on Patong Beach after a foreign tourist ignored safety warnings, removed a red warning flag, and entered rough seas during hazardous weather conditions. The incident occurred on June 10 and was captured on video by a witness, Sarid Pongpawn, who later shared the footage on social media. In his post, he praised the lifeguards for their quick response and credited them with preventing a serious accident. Acc

Three people have been arrested in Phuket following police raids on two restaurants accused of operating as unlicensed entertainment venues and employing workers under the age of 18. The operation was carried out on the night of June 9 by officers from Wichit Police Station, who were investigating reports that several establishments in the area were violating entertainment and child protection laws. During the first inspection, officers visited a restaurant in Wichit and alle

A 23-year-old Thai woman has been arrested in Bangkok in connection with a theft case involving a Phuket tuk-tuk driver who reported losing valuables worth more than 300,000 baht after allegedly being given a drink that left him incapacitated. The suspect was taken into custody by Patong Police on June 10 at a condominium in Bangkok’s Asoke area. She was arrested under a warrant issued by the Phuket Provincial Court on charges related to theft committed at night. The investig

A coordinated anti-drug operation in Phuket Town has led to the arrest of a 44-year-old Thai woman accused of possessing and distributing illegal narcotics. The operation was conducted by provincial authorities under the supervision of Phuket Governor Nirut Pongsitthathorn, Deputy Governor Adul Chuthong, and Acting Provincial Chief Officer Naphat Em-on, with support from the Department of Provincial Administration. Officers detained the suspect, identified only as Ms. A, on P

A luxury villa owner in Phuket has reported significant property damage allegedly caused by a British tenant, with estimated losses exceeding 300,000 baht. Speaking to Mati Press Online on June 7, Nattakan Hankeaw, who represents the property owner, said the damage was discovered at a villa in Rawai, located in Phuket’s Mueang district. The property belongs to Talaticha Loney and had been rented to British national Farah Hashi since March. According to Nattakan, an inspection

Two foreign women have been fined 10,000 baht each after an altercation with security guards outside a nightlife venue on Bangla Road in Patong, Phuket. The incident occurred on May 5 and quickly attracted public attention after video footage spread across Thai social media platforms. The clip showed a group of foreign women approaching the entrance checkpoint of a bar shortly before the confrontation began. In the footage, one of the women appears to strike a security guard

A tuk tuk driver in Phuket reported losing valuables worth more than 300,000 baht after allegedly being given a drug-laced coffee by a female passenger. The incident took place on June 4. The driver, identified as Somnuek, was later discovered unconscious inside his vehicle by passersby and was transported to a hospital for treatment. Officers from Patong Police Station visited him there to collect information about the case. According to Somnuek, he picked up a Thai woman at

A Russian national was arrested in Phuket after authorities uncovered an alleged unlicensed cosmetic clinic operating inside a luxury villa in Thalang district. The suspect, identified by police only as 45-year-old Kristine, faces multiple charges, including operating a medical facility without authorization, selling unregistered medical devices, and distributing medicines without the required permits. The arrest followed an investigation into reports that aesthetic procedure

An Iranian man wanted under a court warrant has been arrested in Phuket in connection with an alleged armed home invasion. Officers from the Crime Suppression Division Region 8 carried out the arrest on June 4 at around 6:50 p.m. The suspect, identified as 37-year-old Amir, an Iranian national, was taken into custody at a condominium in the Cherng Talay area. According to police, the arrest was made under a warrant issued by the Phuket Provincial Court. The suspect is accused

Patong police have detained two individuals accused of drug trafficking after an undercover operation launched in response to complaints from local residents about suspected narcotics activity. According to investigators, the first arrest involved a 35-year-old woman, identified only as Pa. Officers intercepted her outside a hotel on Phra Metta Road, where they allegedly found several packets of crystal methamphetamine, yaba tablets, a motorcycle, and a mobile phone in her po

A foreign man was taken into custody by police in Phuket after allegedly causing a disturbance at a convenience store and attempting to take items from outside a local resident’s home on June 1. The incident gained attention after a Phuket resident shared a video on Facebook showing police officers confronting the shirtless man outside her property. According to the homeowner, the foreigner entered the area around her house, sat outside the residence, and allegedly tried to t

Small restaurants in Thailand’s tourist destinations are increasingly facing a frustrating problem: some foreign visitors finish their meals and then refuse to pay, knowing that business owners have limited options for recovering even modest amounts of money. In one widely discussed case, a Russian couple left a restaurant in Mai Khao, Phuket, in April 2024 without paying the full bill, withholding just 120 baht — roughly three US dollars. When confronted by the owner, they r

A joint enforcement operation in Phuket Town led to the seizure of thousands of untaxed cigarettes and the detention of a 16-year-old girl who was found managing an illegal tobacco outlet. According to officials, the raid was carried out this week by officers from Mueang Phuket District after authorities received information through social media reports regarding suspected sales of contraband tobacco products. After gathering evidence, investigators obtained a search warrant

A serious traffic accident in Phuket is under investigation after a luxury sports sedan crashed into a pickup truck waiting at a red light, leaving multiple people injured. The collision occurred at 11:53 p.m. on May 28 on Wichitsongkram Road near the entrance to Prince of Songkla University. Officers from Kathu Police Station and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of a major crash. Upon arrival, authorities found a white luxury sports sedan b

Police at Phuket’s Tha Chatchai checkpoint arrested a 28-year-old man from Krabi during a late-night operation targeting drugs and illegal weapons on May 27. According to Tha Chatchai Police, officers stopped and searched the suspect during routine inspections at the checkpoint, where they discovered narcotics and an unregistered firearm hidden in his possession. Authorities seized 128 methamphetamine pills, 0.895 grams of crystal methamphetamine, a .22 caliber semi-automatic

Thailand has stepped up precautionary measures against Ebola, with authorities in Phuket placing 11 international travellers under a 21-day health monitoring program after their arrival from countries considered high risk. Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn announced the measures during a meeting with provincial health officials, emphasizing that Phuket’s role as a major international aviation hub requires strict monitoring of potential infectious disease threats. According

Authorities in Phuket have stepped up efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal activities after conducting a raid at a rented property in Wichit that led to the arrest of two suspects. The operation was carried out by district officials, Volunteer Defense Corps members, and Chief Administrative Officer Akara Suwattikul. During the search, officers discovered 178 methamphetamine pills, 0.45 grams of crystal methamphetamine, along with several additional pieces of evidenc