Thailand News Gazette

Krabi, Nopparat Thara Beach National Park - Phi Phi Islands Announcement of closure of some diving spots Until the coral bleaching situation is resolved. Hat Nopparat Thara-Phi Phi Islands National Park Krabi Province Announcement of closure of tourist attractions for snorkeling activities. Kai Island area on the north, east and west sides North Poda Island, Daeng Island, Railay Bay, Yawasum Island and surrounding reefs are temporarily closed. For deep diving activities Yawasum Island area and surrounding coral reefs temporarily From May 16 onwards until the coral bleaching situation is resolved. To reduce the impact of tourism or other activities from humans that may accelerate coral bleaching in the area even more than before. Behind the park officials Dive to explore the area at Ko Daeng, Ko Kai, Bat Bay, Poda Island, near the Separated Sea, Ao Nang Subdistrict, Mueang Krabi District. Found 50-70% of bleached coral with 5-20% pale color. Coral types found to be bleached. Other tourist attractions are sti ll open as usual, such as the Separated Sea, Phi Phi Islands, Maya Bay, and Lagoon. N Ao Pile. Source: Thai News Agency

Prachinburi, Police Commander-in-Chief's School announced the arrest of the murder team. "Dabko - Pregnant Wife" led a gang of 4 people to find a group of suspects involved in illegal ethanol buying and selling. Ordered to expedite the expansion of the suppression throughout the country. Updates on the case of the assailant who shot and killed Pol. Sakon Samut, or "Dabko", the commander of the Amnat Charoen Provincial Investigation Division, 43 years old, and his 25-year-old Laotian wife, who was 6 months pregnant, died inside a pickup truck. Before leaving the car parked near a pond in a cassava farm in Si Maha Phot District, Prachinburi Province, the incident occurred on May 12th. Last night (May 13), police tracked down and arrested all four criminals, consisting of Mr. Chaiwichit, the gunman, Ms. Thanya, Mr. Chaiwichit's wife, Mr. Phichitpong, his son, and Mr. Thammarat, an employee, and confiscated items. Many items were found at the suspect's residence, such as an AK-41 firearm, an air rifle, a .22 c aliber rifle, a .357 caliber pistol, a 9 mm pistol with 217 rounds of various sized ammunition, and a number of M67 hand grenades. 1 ball Today (14 May) Police General Kittirat Panphet, Acting Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police, traveled to Rabao Phai Police Station to personally announce the results of the arrest of the 4 suspects, stating that Before the incident, Dabko met a group of suspects who were illegally trading ethanol for a group of ten-wheel trucks carrying ethanol. which is the cause So I went to check. But a group of criminals prevented him. Mr. Chaiwichit then used a gun to shoot Dabko 5-6 times until he died, while Dabko's wife sent GPS coordinates and a message asking for help to a fellow police officer at the guardhouse at the Kok Sombun patrol residence. But not in time Mr. Chaiwichit also used a firearm to shoot Dabko's wife to death. Before the gang took the bodies of Dabko and his wife, along with their car, and left them in the forest about 3 kilometers from the scene of the crime . Then destroy evidence, such as taking away the deceased's phone. They buried the gun that caused the incident and fled to Nakhon Nayok Province before they were all caught and arrested. "Big Tai" orders expansion of arrests of illegal oil trading gangs throughout the country. Pol. Gen. Kitirath said that a preliminary investigation found an offense involving the smuggling of ethanol to be sold illegally. Has ordered the center to suppress fuel-related offenses. The Royal Thai Police Office (RCP) has expanded its reach to bring those involved in the movement to be prosecuted according to law. Ready to inspect Continue to strictly suppress fuel-related offenses throughout the country. Source: Thai News Agency

Bangkok, The Southern Bangkok Criminal Court approves the issuance of arrest warrants for three South Korean suspects. The case of murder and stuffing a water bucket into a fellow countryman After this afternoon (May 14), a team of investigators investigated the murder of a South Korean man. before stuffing the corpse into a tank The Metropolitan Police Headquarters held a meeting to consider requesting the jurisdiction of the Southern Bangkok Criminal Court. Arrest warrants issued for three South Korean men, Mr. Hyungwon Kim, Mr. Yangjin Lee, and Mr. Rowoon Lee, who were involved in the murder of a fellow countryman in this case. As the news has been presented previously Latest in the evening The news team received information from the investigating team in this case that Now, the South Bangkok Criminal Court has approved the issuance of arrest warrants for the three South Korean suspects on five charges, including conspiring to rape another person. Together they take people for ransom. together to kill o thers Hidden destruction of corpses and jointly receiving property and using other people's electronic cards illegally The Southern Bangkok Criminal Court has considered issuing an arrest warrant. Because there is reasonable evidence that The accused has committed an offense that carries a high prison sentence of more than 3 years and has reasonable grounds to believe that he will escape. The three suspects were arrested and transported to Khlong Tan Police Station. Source: Thai News Agency

Phuket, Hot topic in Phuket right now. After there was information that the government is preparing to push Phuket province to be a hub for cruise ships and yachts. By building a new bridge So that boats can travel around Phuket Island. To the point where there is an idea that Sarasin Bridge may have to be demolished. Causing a lot of drama. Source: Thai News Agency

Maha Sarakham, Luang Phi is drunk on amphetamine. Drawing the sword on gas Speeding away in a pickup truck, he collided with a police officer and was injured. Continue driving and collide with two rows. In the middle of Maha Sarakham city In the end, he didn't survive. He was captured by good citizens. Good citizens helped to detain Phra Suthep, age 48, who was intoxicated with methamphetamine. Can't talk. After causing an incident, driving a pickup truck to fill up gas at a gas station in Kantharawichai District. Maha Sarakham Province, amount of 1,300 baht, then did not pay By driving away, heading into Maha Sarakham city. During that time, he also crashed into the back of a police motorcycle. Shield registration This makes Police Lieutenant Surachai, 56 years old, deputy inspector for prevention and suppression. Muang Maha Sarakham Police Station Injured to his right leg, the bone was fractured. Doctors put a soft cast on him before allowing him to go home. As for Phra Suthep, he continued to drive away . Entered the city of Maha Sarakham and crashed into a minibus in front of the Maha Sarakham City Pillar Shrine. This caused 5-6 passengers in the car to be slightly injured. while the perpetrator's vehicle could not continue But still trying to escape Good citizens helped to control him. before the police brought him in for questioning. Muang Maha Sarakham Police Station The total distance traveled was approximately 4-5 kilometers. Pol. Col. Kraithong Chaising, superintendent of Muang Maha Sarakham Police Station, revealed that Phra Suthep gave a disturbing statement. Can't talk. The police brought a change of clothes before giving him leave. In front of the Buddha image in the drug lab suite. Muang Maha Sarakham Police Station Before being brought to inquire Known to be from Phetchabun Province Claiming to come to see his son But his son was ordained in Phetchabun. Then drove lost to Maha Sarakham for 2 days. As he was about to return to Phetchabun Province, he ran out of gas. So he stopped to fill up with gas at a gas station and didn't have any money to pay. So he drove away and ran away until an accident occurred. and was eventually arrested From the examination, 2 methamphetamine pills were found, 1 of which was taken while driving. Urine test found positive Narcotics Control Board officers then took him to be tested for drugs at Maha Sarakham Hospital again to confirm the results. Initially prosecuted Charged with possession of methamphetamine and taking amphetamines while driving As for the charge of careless driving causing injury to others. Additional charges will be filed after the investigation of the parties is complete. Source: Thai News Agency

Phatthalung, Phatthalung police raided and rescued a 29-year-old Indonesian man who was held for ransom of 2.3 million baht in the house of a relative of the wife of "Pang Nanode" in Mueang Phatthalung District. Ready to arrest 3 suspects At 1:00 p.m. today (May 14), Muang Phatthalung Police Station Police officers from the Phatthalung Special Operations Unit Investigative officers of Provincial Police Region 9 and Phatthalung Forensics Division police went to help Mr. Chawana, 29 years old, an Indonesian tourist. After Mr. Daniel Sihombing, Deputy Consul of the Consulate of the Republic of Indonesia Songkhla Province Come meet the investigator. Informing that on May 11, 2024, the Consulate received coordination from the Indonesian Embassy in Thailand that Mr. SYAWANA was picked up by an unknown number of Thai men in the area of ??Hat Yai District, Songkhla Province and brought to the area. Muang, Phatthalung Province, by being tortured by a group of Thai men and recording a video clip and sending it to Mr. SYAWANA's sister in Indonesia. Ready to demand a ransom of 2,300,000 baht in Thai money. Mr. SYAWANA's relatives have already transferred some 800,000 baht. Later, Mr. SYAWANA asked for a phone call from the person who secretly sent the location to his sister. Before officials were able to help today Officials were able to take control of three suspects who provided care and confinement, whose names are known as Mr. Rusawan, Mr. Saidi, a resident of Narathiwat Province, Mr. Weerasak, a resident of Phatthalung Province, along with 1 9 mm pistol and 1 handcuff. before being detained and handed over to investigators Muang Phatthalung Police Station and brought Mr. SYAWANA, the victim, to give additional testimony. Initially, the police did not reveal who the perpetrator and the leader of the abduction movement were. But initially, the house where the Indonesian tourists were taken was held for ransom. It is the house of a relative of the wife of "Pang Nanode", the accused who escaped from prison. Nakhon Si Tha mmarat Province who are currently escaping. Source: Thai News Agency

Satun, Satun villagers dig for sand egg mushrooms. Delicious mushrooms, hard to find, only available once a year. It takes expertise to find and sell at a good price, 150 baht per kilogram. Villagers in Village No. 3, Laem Son Subdistrict, Langu District, Satun Province, are growing sand egg mushrooms. Found growing in the area of ??the Sal tree forest. It's a difficult mushroom to eat because it only happens once a year. The flowers are small and round, about the size of a thumb. Or slightly larger, white, a local mushroom. Found during the rainy season. Or it started to rain. This type of mushroom grows in moist sandy soil. Especially under the sal tree or other types of plants for which the sandy ground has appropriate humidity. Some people collect a lot. Can be sold at a good price, 150 baht per kilogram. Can be made in a variety of dishes, such as mushroom curry, liang curry, or stir-fried oyster sauce. Sweet, crispy taste. Source: Thai News Agency

Chachoengsao, Almost gone, workers came to clear the area next to the house. Found a white lump in the bamboo forest. I thought it was a mushroom. The homeowner said it was a snake's egg. Rescuers opened the door and found a mother python laying eggs. Chachoengsao Rescue Inspected a house in Village No. 5, Khao Din Subdistrict, Bang Pakong District, Choeng Sao Province, after the owner of the house reported that he had found a snake in the bamboo forest next to the house. Officials gradually Use your hands to spread the bamboo leaves. A mother python about 3.50 meters long was found laying down and incubating her eggs before putting them in a bag of fertilizer. and took out the python eggs Counted 24 eggs in total. The owner of the house said Had a worker come and clear the area and found a white lump. He came and said he found a mushroom. When he went to look, it turned out to be a snake's egg. Therefore, workers are prohibited from interfering. because it is thought that the mother snake should be in tha t area as well Then call the rescue team to come check. Found a real python laying eggs. Source: Thai News Agency

Satun, Found a strange fish, all pink. At Ban Laem Son, Laem Son Subdistrict, Langu District, Satun Province, villagers said they had never seen it. Questions about whether or not this indicates a change in the ecosystem. For those in the know, there is a question: it is a goby fish, indicating the health of the mangrove forest. Laem Son villagers, Village No. 6, Laem Son Subdistrict, Langu District, Satun Province, were surprised that they had never seen a pink fish. Thumb size The body is about 1 foot long with long fins from the neck to the tail. Two fins under the body are dark pink. The head is not long, the mouth is wide, the lower mouth is longer than the upper mouth. It has many small, pointed teeth. Just a small eyeball Barely visible Mr. Vinich said that on the morning of May 11, while sitting in front of It was during low tide until the mud appeared. He noticed that there was something swimming in the mud. Its body was long. When it hit the sunlight it was clearly pink. He brought it up and foun d it had a strange appearance. Ask the fishermen and villagers. They all answered in one voice that they had never seen it. At first I thought it was the offspring of a sea eel, but it wasn't because sea eels are gray or black, with pointed heads and sharp tails, completely different from this fish. I would like someone knowledgeable to help me find out what kind of fish this is because I have never seen it in the area before. Reporters called Mr. Thanompong Buabanjong, a fisheries expert operating the Satun Fisheries Research and Development Center, who gave information that this fish, called the goby fish, lives and is commonly found in the river mouth area. Or in the mangrove forests all over the country where there are mangroves and mud. This is because the fish lives in the hole during the day. And will come out to find food in the mangrove forest at night. Seldom attached to fisherman's tools Therefore causing the villagers to rarely see them. Confirmed, it does not convey any change in the ecosystem i n the area. It's a good thing. Because it indicates the health of the mangrove forest in the area. Source: Thai News Agency

Nonthaburi, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture Ordered the Royal Irrigation Department to rush to help people along the Chao Phraya River, Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province, where the concrete wall protecting the river bank collapsed in a 50 meter long line. A semi-permanent embankment will be built to solve the problem in the immediate term. Director General of the Royal Irrigation Department confirmed The semi-permanent weir, completed within one month, can definitely prevent water from the Chao Phraya River from flowing into homes along the riverbank. Mr. Prayoon Insakul, Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Cooperatives, said Was assigned by Captain Thammanat Phromphao, Minister of Agriculture and Cooperatives, to inspect the condition of the concrete wall protecting the banks of the Chao Phraya River. Around the Bang Kruai Water Pumping Station, Bang Kruai Subdistrict, Bang Kruai District, Nonthaburi Province, Mr. Chuchat Rakchit, Director-General of the Royal I rrigation Department, reported a solution to the problem, which in the immediate term will speed up construction of the embankment. A semi-permanent weir will then be built behind the collapsed concrete wall to prevent water from flowing into residential homes along the riverbank. Currently, the Ministry of Agriculture The facts are being investigated as to the cause of the concrete wall protecting the river bank collapsing in a 50 meter long line. The Royal Irrigation Department will then hasten to build a permanent wall protecting the river bank as quickly as possible. Mr. Chuchat Rakchit, Director-General of the Royal Irrigation Department, said that The construction of the semi-permanent embankment will be completed within one month. Therefore, we would like to ask the public to be confident that During this rainy season Such a semi-permanent embankment It will definitely be able to prevent water from the Chao Phraya River from flowing in during times of high sea water. At the same time, we ask for coo peration from boat users. Do not use water barriers along the entire length when mooring boats as they may cause damage to the concrete wall structure. This concrete wall structure Construction since 2012. From preliminary inspection, it is expected that Damage caused by erosion of the current. In addition, the water level in the Chao Phraya River was low, causing it to subside. As a result, at present the amount of water from the Chao Phraya River can flow through the concrete wall that has collapsed into the Bang Kruai Canal according to the ebb and flow of the water at all times. Initially, signs were posted to warn people passing by. No one was harmed from the situation that occurred. People living in the area can use other routes to travel. Source: Thai News Agency