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- Collapsed Bangkok building death toll rises to 60
Rescue teams in Bangkok have uncovered three more bodies from the rubble of a 30-story building that collapsed last month, bringing the death toll to a devastating 60. The bodies were found in the fire escape stairwell area of the under-construction State Audit Office (SAO) building in Chatuchak district. Officials fear that more victims may …
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Collapsed Bangkok building death toll rises to 60Legacy Rescue teams in Bangkok have uncovered three more bodies from the rubble of a 30-story building that collapsed last month, bringing the death toll to a devastating 60.
The bodies were found in the fire escape stairwell area of the under-construction State Audit Office (SAO) building in Chatuchak district. Officials fear that more victims may be discovered as search and demolition efforts continue.
The collapse occurred on March 28, triggered by a powerful 8.2-magnitude earthquake near Mandalay, Myanmar, which struck while the building was still under construction. Over 100 workers were trapped inside, and while 60 have been confirmed dead, 34 remain missing, with nine others injured. The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) reported that 103 victims in total were affected by the disaster.
Rescue operations have made significant progress in the last week. The rubble has been cleared down to a height of approximately 4.3 metres, reduced from 5.77 metres the previous day, and efforts continue to reach the first floor by the end of this month. However, traffic disruptions have slightly slowed the removal of debris, prompting the BMA to enlist additional support from the military and construction equipment.
Once the rubble is cleared down to the basement level, the next phase of demolition will focus on widening the building’s front and side openings. This will allow for safer and more efficient removal of debris, ensuring that no one else is left trapped inside.
The BMA also extended the deadline for disaster relief applications to Friday, May 2, allowing affected residents who were unable to apply during the Songkran holidays more time to do so. So far, over 39,000 applications for aid have been submitted, with the Chatuchak district seeing the highest number of claims, reported The Nation.
As the search and rescue operations continue, hopes remain that more victims will be recovered, and efforts will focus on providing relief to the families of those affected by this tragic disaster.
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26 April 26 2025Bangkok Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893155 - 8-year-old girl drowns in Buriram’s Mun River, mother distraught
An eight year old girl tragically drowned after a boat capsized in the Mun River in Buriram province. Her 45 year old mother was left distraught. Survivors recounted the incident, highlighting attempts to bail water from the boat and the rescue efforts by a seven year old boy. Yesterday, April 25, Phasakorn Phokham, a Police …
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8-year-old girl drowns in Buriram’s Mun River, mother distraughtLegacy An eight year old girl tragically drowned after a boat capsized in the Mun River in Buriram province. Her 45 year old mother was left distraught. Survivors recounted the incident, highlighting attempts to bail water from the boat and the rescue efforts by a seven year old boy.
Yesterday, April 25, Phasakorn Phokham, a Police Lieutenant Colonel at Phutthaisong Police Station in Buriram, was informed of a drowning incident between Pla Khao village and the Mueang subdistrict. Emergency services and locals searched for the body of the eight year old girl, a second-grade student, while her family, including her bedridden grandfather, anxiously awaited news. Eventually, the girl’s body was recovered from the river.
The girl’s mother Ladda recounted that she had taken her daughter and four other relatives to the fields to collect ant eggs, leaving her daughter in the care of an aunt under the shade of a tree. She was informed of the accident when the aunt reported the girl had fallen into the water. Ladda suspected the boat was not seaworthy, as it was an abandoned village boat.
The boat rower and the only one among the four passengers who could swim, explained that he found the boat and decided to row across the river for fun. Two children, aged seven and eight, joined him along with an aunt. On their way back, the boat capsized in the middle of the river. The 18 year old rower managed to save the seven year old boy by swimming him to shore and then ran to the village for help.
Another survivor, 58 year old Phian said that just before the incident, the two children sat with her under a tree as the rower bailed water from the boat. Concerned, she joined them on the boat. After crossing the river, she felt uneasy and asked the rower to return to the other side, suspecting the water was deep.
As the boat reached the river’s centre, it capsized. Phian saw her seven year old grandson riding on the teenage rower’s back as he swam. However, she lost sight of the eight year old girl, who was seated at the boat’s rear.
Phian, unable to swim, felt herself sinking and swallowing water, certain of her fate. She heard her seven year old grandson shouting for help but struggled to respond. Gathering her strength, she swam closer to the shore, where a branch was extended to her. Grabbing it, she realised it was her seven year old grandson who pulled her to safety, crediting him with saving her life, reported KhaoSod.
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26 April 26 2025Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893005 - Youths throw pétanque balls at boxing leader’s Chon Buri home
In a bizarre and frightening incident in Chon Buri, a group of youths targeted the home of a boxing camp leader, throwing pétanque balls at his house in the early hours yesterday, April 25. The attack, which narrowly missed his six year old daughter, left the family car and house windows damaged, leaving the family …
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Youths throw pétanque balls at boxing leader’s Chon Buri homeLegacy In a bizarre and frightening incident in Chon Buri, a group of youths targeted the home of a boxing camp leader, throwing pétanque balls at his house in the early hours yesterday, April 25.
The attack, which narrowly missed his six year old daughter, left the family car and house windows damaged, leaving the family shaken and fearful.
The incident occurred around 3am at the home of 51 year old Daeng, who runs the Phayak Mueang Chon boxing camp in Mueang district. Daeng was asleep with his wife and daughter when the attack began. He was woken by the sound of motorcycles revving outside his home, followed by the sound of breaking glass. A pétanque ball crashed through the window and into their bedroom, just inches away from hitting his daughter.
As Daeng recounted the terrifying ordeal, he showed reporters the damage caused by the attack. His car’s windshield and the front door window were shattered, with glass fragments scattered throughout their bedroom. A pétanque ball, which Daeng kept as evidence, was found at the scene. Despite the violence of the act, the youths responsible fled before Daeng could react.
The boxing camp leader quickly reported the incident to local police, but he remains confused about the motive behind the attack. He stated that he had no known disputes or enemies and had been focused on running his boxing camp and training young fighters. Daeng expressed his deep concern for his family’s safety, as he fears the youths may return to cause further harm, reported KhaoSod.
Living in fear, Daeng has vowed to stay vigilant, hoping that the police investigation will uncover the reason behind the attack. Meanwhile, he continues to worry about the safety of his family, particularly his young daughter, whose life was narrowly spared in this frightening attack. The police are now investigating the case, and officers urge anyone with information to come forward.
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26 April 26 2025Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893008 - Tourism in Mukdahan drops by 50% after Songkran festival
The Mukdahan Hotel Association has highlighted a significant decline in tourism activity following the Songkran festival, with accommodation bookings plummeting by over 50%. The lack of major events in this secondary tourist destination is affecting employment, with thousands at risk of losing their jobs. Pramin Wongpralab, chairman of the Mukdahan Hotel Association, noted that the …
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Tourism in Mukdahan drops by 50% after Songkran festivalLegacy The Mukdahan Hotel Association has highlighted a significant decline in tourism activity following the Songkran festival, with accommodation bookings plummeting by over 50%. The lack of major events in this secondary tourist destination is affecting employment, with thousands at risk of losing their jobs.
Pramin Wongpralab, chairman of the Mukdahan Hotel Association, noted that the sluggish economic conditions in April have had a widespread impact on various businesses. The tourism sector, including small and large hotels and resorts, has been particularly affected. Following the Songkran festival, there has been a sharp decline in visitors, as most tourists tend to prefer coastal provinces during the summer, opting for beach destinations instead.
Mukdahan, a Thai-Lao border province, is primarily a secondary tourist destination and not a main attraction for many holidaymakers. While it is home to the revered Phaya Naga of the Three Worlds, which draws a niche group of spiritual tourists, this alone is insufficient to sustain the local tourism industry.
The tourism sector in Mukdahan relies heavily on governmental services for revenue, with government agencies frequently using local hotels for meetings, seminars, and study visits. However, the long holiday period this month saw a lack of such events, leading to a downturn in local tourism, unlike the bustling coastal resorts crowded with visitors. The absence of a university, unlike neighbouring provinces, further contributes to the quiet evenings in local restaurants after 8pm.
There is a call for Mukdahan to host major national events to stimulate tourism spending and attract more visitors. The recent increase in the minimum wage to 352 baht per day has led to rising costs for fresh and dried food, increasing daily expenses while income continues to fall, reported KhaoSod.
The government is urged to pay more attention to supporting local businesses in Mukdahan, ensuring their survival during these challenging economic times. This concern extends to the thousands of workers and hundreds of families in the province who may face unemployment due to the current economic downturn.
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26 April 26 2025Eastern Thailand Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893011 - 2 Thai men confess to killing dog for sun-dried meat in Sa Kaeo
Two Thai men have sparked outrage after confessing to shooting their neighbour’s dog and using its remains to make sun-dried meat. The chilling incident, which occurred in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, has left the local community in disbelief. The suspects, identified as 68 year old Sawaeng and 56 year old Prasit, were arrested after …
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2 Thai men confess to killing dog for sun-dried meat in Sa KaeoLegacy Two Thai men have sparked outrage after confessing to shooting their neighbour’s dog and using its remains to make sun-dried meat.
The chilling incident, which occurred in Aranyaprathet district, Sa Kaeo province, has left the local community in disbelief. The suspects, identified as 68 year old Sawaeng and 56 year old Prasit, were arrested after a complaint was filed by the dog’s owner.
Following several hours of intense questioning, both men admitted to the horrifying crime. The duo explained that they had killed the dog in order to prepare it as sun-dried meat, a practice that has left many in shock due to its disturbing nature.
The two suspects were charged under the Cruelty to Animals Act, which carries serious penalties, including up to two years in prison, a fine of up to 40,000 baht, or both. In an attempt to make amends, Sawaeng and Prasit agreed to pay the dog’s owner 50,000 baht as compensation for the cruel act. Despite the confession, the men were released on bail and allowed to return home, pending trial at the Sa Kaeo Provincial Court, where their case will be heard today, April 26, reported KhaoSod.
This gruesome act has sparked widespread condemnation across social media, with many calling for harsher punishments for animal cruelty. As investigations continue, the focus remains on ensuring that justice is served for the innocent dog, whose tragic death has now brought attention to the issue of animal abuse in the region. The case is expected to raise important questions about the treatment of animals and the penalties for such barbaric actions under Thai law.
In similar news, in a heart-wrenching incident in Chon Buri’s Mueang district, a man was seen placing a puppy into a fertiliser sack and smashing it to the ground, causing its death.
The brutal act was captured on video by a concerned citizen, showing the man entering an alley with barking dogs before committing the crime. A volunteer from the Trikunatham Foundation, and his team detained the suspect, who remained silent when questioned.
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26 April 26 2025Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=892977 - Pattaya’s new drainage system ready for rainy season
Pattaya City is gearing up for the rainy season with a major new upgrade to its drainage system, designed to combat flooding in central areas. On Thursday, April 24, Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inspected and tested the newly completed Phase 1 of the Eastern Railway Parallel Road Drainage System, ensuring it’s ready for heavy rainfall. …
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Pattaya’s new drainage system ready for rainy seasonLegacy Pattaya City is gearing up for the rainy season with a major new upgrade to its drainage system, designed to combat flooding in central areas.
On Thursday, April 24, Pattaya Mayor Poramet Ngampichet inspected and tested the newly completed Phase 1 of the Eastern Railway Parallel Road Drainage System, ensuring it’s ready for heavy rainfall.
The drainage project, part of a long-term strategy to tackle Pattaya’s chronic flooding issues, has been under construction for some time but faced delays due to complications with pillars for the high-speed railway. Despite these setbacks, the project has now moved forward, with a robust system in place to manage floodwaters. The infrastructure features 1.80-metre diameter pressure pipes extending 2,500 metres and 2-metre drainage pipes spanning 3,000 metres, covering a total of 5.5 kilometres.
The system is designed to store and pump floodwater from the Nong Prue Municipality, near Soi Khao Noi, and redirect it to Khlong Suea Phaew and Khlong Naklua, preventing overflow into Central Pattaya, including key areas like Sukhumvit Road, South Pattaya Intersection, and Soi Bongkot.
Mayor Poramet emphasised the importance of the project in alleviating the flooding that has often plagued the city, especially during the monsoon months. He noted that while Phase 1 is now operational, Phase 2 is expected to be completed by the end of 2026. Once both phases are finished, the city will assess the effectiveness of the system in managing floodwaters and protecting central Pattaya from future inundation, reported The Pattaya News.
This newly completed drainage system is a much-needed solution for a city that sees heavy rainfall throughout the year. The project promises to ease the strain on Pattaya’s infrastructure, ensuring that both residents and tourists alike can enjoy a smoother, safer experience during the wet season. As the city prepares for the rains, officials are hopeful that these improvements will provide long-term relief from the flooding that has long disrupted Pattaya’s streets.
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26 April 26 2025Pattaya Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893126 - Phuket road rage leads to livestreamed assault, man arrested
Shocking footage has surfaced of a violent road rage incident on the streets of Phuket, leading to the arrest of a 34 year old man who brutally assaulted a 46 year old driver. The disturbing altercation unfolded yesterday, April 25, on Chao Fah Suan Luang Road, when Nattapol, known as Pa Joke Wat Thep, chased …
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Phuket road rage leads to livestreamed assault, man arrestedLegacy Shocking footage has surfaced of a violent road rage incident on the streets of Phuket, leading to the arrest of a 34 year old man who brutally assaulted a 46 year old driver.
The disturbing altercation unfolded yesterday, April 25, on Chao Fah Suan Luang Road, when Nattapol, known as Pa Joke Wat Thep, chased down Chatchai’s vehicle, crashed into it, and then physically assaulted him. The attack was livestreamed, adding a chilling element to the already violent confrontation.
According to Wichit Police, the assault occurred around 2.57pm outside a hotel, and both parties fled the scene separately. However, the incident did not end there. By 7pm, police had tracked down Chatchai for questioning, bringing his Toyota sedan to Wichit Police Station. Shortly thereafter, officers located and arrested the suspect, Nattapol, in a pine forest in Chalong Subdistrict. They seized a white MG pickup truck and a knife during his capture.
The investigation revealed that Nattapol had been under the influence of crystal meth at the time of the attack. He confessed to chasing down the victim, smashing his car, and assaulting him, citing ongoing work-related issues with Chatchai. The incident was further aggravated by the suspect’s decision to livestream the attack, adding a sinister twist to the already violent confrontation.
Police Colonel Somsak Thongkliang, Superintendent of Wichit Police Station, condemned the act, emphasising that violence should never be used as a means of solving problems. He also warned against the dangerous example set by the suspect, particularly in the way he flaunted his crime on social media, reported Matichon.
Nattapol faces six serious charges, including premeditated assault, causing fear, property damage, reckless driving, and driving under the influence of drugs. The police have vowed to prosecute him to the fullest extent of the law, with the livestreaming aspect of the crime likely to lead to even harsher penalties.
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26 April 26 2025Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893118 - Police arrest restaurant murder suspect in Kanchanaburi
Police have apprehended a 25 year old suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17 year old girl, following his attempt to evade capture in the western province of Kanchanaburi. The incident occurred on a road in Lam Sam Kaew subdistrict, Lam Luk Ka district, Pathum Thani province, where the victim was shot …
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Police arrest restaurant murder suspect in KanchanaburiLegacy Police have apprehended a 25 year old suspect in connection with the fatal shooting of a 17 year old girl, following his attempt to evade capture in the western province of Kanchanaburi.
The incident occurred on a road in Lam Sam Kaew subdistrict, Lam Luk Ka district, Pathum Thani province, where the victim was shot and later died in hospital. The police gathered sufficient evidence to issue an arrest warrant for the suspect, charging him with premeditated murder, possession of an unlicensed firearm and ammunition, carrying a firearm in public without a valid reason, and discharging a firearm in a public area.
Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod 
Officers announced a 50,000 baht reward for information leading to the suspect’s arrest, while continuing their manhunt. The suspect, eventually tracked down yesterday, April 25, was found hiding in Tha Muang district, Kanchanaburi province. Police forces moved in to arrest him, bringing him back for questioning to determine the motive behind the crime before pursuing legal action, reported KhaoSod.
The incident has attracted significant media coverage, with reports highlighting the grief of the victim’s mother, who described her daughter as her hope. The case has also been linked to an earlier altercation at a barbecue restaurant, which is believed to have escalated to the fatal shooting. Police efforts to capture the suspect have been widely reported, with updates on the investigation and the issuance of the arrest warrant.
In similar news, in a horrific incident in Nakhon Pathom, a man fatally shot a woman in front of her 11 year old son, before taking another woman hostage.
The suspect, enraged over accusations of being swindled out of money, barged into the rented room of the 42 year old mother on Thursday, April 24 at 6.25am. Witnesses report that after angrily demanding to speak to the woman, the gunman fired two shots. The family tried to flee through the back door, but the suspect cornered them, shooting the victim at the doorway.
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26 April 26 2025Central Thailand Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893016 - Woman attacked near Sattahip beach, deranged suspect arrested
A horrific attack near Sattahip’s Abhakornkiatiwong Hospital has left a 52 year old woman severely injured and a suspect in psychiatric evaluation. Police were called to the scene after a violent assault near the beach, leading to a swift response from rescue teams and medical staff. Upon arrival, officers found Namnong Samsi, bleeding heavily from …
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Woman attacked near Sattahip beach, deranged suspect arrestedLegacy A horrific attack near Sattahip’s Abhakornkiatiwong Hospital has left a 52 year old woman severely injured and a suspect in psychiatric evaluation.
Police were called to the scene after a violent assault near the beach, leading to a swift response from rescue teams and medical staff.
Upon arrival, officers found Namnong Samsi, bleeding heavily from a brutal head wound inflicted by a blunt wooden object. Witnesses described the attacker as a homeless man who appeared mentally unstable, assaulting the victim without any apparent reason. The victim was quickly treated at the scene and then rushed to Queen Sirikit Naval Hospital for further care.
The suspect, after fleeing the scene, was spotted near the lighthouse roundabout by Sattahip Market, where he was apprehended by police. However, he resisted arrest, forcing officers to use physical force to subdue him. Officers believe the man’s erratic behaviour was due to his apparent mental health issues.
Sattahip police acted swiftly, locating the assailant and taking him into custody. Following the arrest, the suspect was sent for a psychiatric evaluation to determine his mental state before any further legal action is taken, reported Pattaya Mail.
This shocking incident has raised questions about public safety and the mental health crisis in the area, with authorities now focusing on ensuring the safety of the local community.
As investigations continue, the community remains on edge, reflecting on the unsettling nature of the attack and the growing concern over public safety in the area.
In similar news, police have arrested a mentally ill taxi driver who fatally stabbed a 61 year old maid during his stay at a hotel in Amnat Charoen on Tuesday, April 22.
The victim suffered over 50 stab wounds. Hotel staff reported the brutal assault, and police responded swiftly, but the maid tragically died from her injuries before officers arrived. The suspect had checked into the hotel on April 19. Witnesses saw him fleeing the scene in a green and yellow taxi.
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26 April 26 2025Crime Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893103 - Thai Airways partners with KMC to convert Boeing 777-300ERs
Thai Airways has signed a Memorandum of Inderstanding (MOU) with Kansas Modification Center, LLC (KMC) to establish a joint venture for converting Boeing 777-300ER passenger aircraft into freighters. The agreement, signed yesterday, April 25, by Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri and KMC CEO James Allen Gibbs at Thai Airways’ headquarters on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, marks …
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Thai Airways partners with KMC to convert Boeing 777-300ERsLegacy Thai Airways has signed a Memorandum of Inderstanding (MOU) with Kansas Modification Center, LLC (KMC) to establish a joint venture for converting Boeing 777-300ER passenger aircraft into freighters.
The agreement, signed yesterday, April 25, by Thai Airways CEO Chai Eamsiri and KMC CEO James Allen Gibbs at Thai Airways’ headquarters on Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, marks a significant milestone for both the airline and Thailand in expanding aircraft maintenance capabilities. This venture aims to enhance skills and knowledge in aircraft modification, a complex and advanced technology, while opening new business opportunities for the company.
This collaboration will elevate the aviation industry to a more comprehensive level, generating income for various sectors within the aircraft maintenance industry, from aircraft parts manufacturing to aircraft modification. Chai Eamsiri highlighted that this partnership aligns with the national strategy to position Thailand as an aviation hub in Southeast Asia. It will boost the country’s aircraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) industry in three key areas:
1. Technological advancement: The venture will facilitate the transfer of P2F conversion knowledge from American experts, providing access to otherwise inaccessible technology.
2. Aviation supply chain development: It will create an ecosystem for aircraft parts manufacturing to support P2F conversions under licenses from KMC and its partners.
3. Economic stimulation: The project is expected to create over 500 quality jobs in the aviation industry.
Photo of Thai Airways Boeing 777-3D7(ER) courtesy of Star Alliance Virtual Bong Chul Park, KMC’s president, expressed that this partnership marks a crucial moment for KMC, as it introduces their proven Boeing 777-300ER modification capabilities to Southeast Asia for the first time.
“We are proud to collaborate with Thai Airways on this leading cargo aircraft conversion project, showcasing not only our innovative forward cargo door design but also supporting the broader growth vision of the aviation industry in the region.”
Combining technical expertise with Thailand’s strategic location and expanding MRO infrastructure, Park is confident that this joint venture will set new standards in aircraft modification. This initiative also demonstrates KMC’s commitment to knowledge transfer and workforce development, supporting the local economy and reinforcing Thailand’s status as a new aviation hub.
Photo courtesy of Thai Airways The joint venture plans to carry out the conversions at Don Mueang’s aircraft maintenance centre and within the Eastern Economic Corridor (EEC), making Thailand home to the first MRO with the capability to service Boeing 777-300ER conversions in Southeast Asia. This cooperation will enhance Thailand’s aircraft maintenance industry capabilities and further the national strategy of establishing Thailand as an aviation hub in the region, reported KhaoSod.
KMC is renowned in the aircraft modification industry for pioneering the forward cargo modification technique for Boeing 777-300ER, which differs from the industry standard of rear cargo door design. This innovation improves weight efficiency, making the aircraft more suitable for long-haul cargo transport.
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26 April 26 2025Aviation Newshttps://thethaiger.com/?p=893045