Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, July 28th, to Sunday, August 3rd 2025.
They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.
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Pattaya police have apprehended a 28-year-old Cambodian man, identified as Mr. Chid Jan, for robbing a Russian tourist, Miss Daria Smirnova, also 28, in a swift operation just hours after the crime.
Pattaya Police Arrest Cambodian Man for Robbing Russian Tourist Within Hours
The suspect, riding a motorcycle, threatened the victim with a screwdriver and stole her bag containing approximately 5,000 baht in valuables.
2. Pattaya City Police Station, received a report of a tourist being assaulted and injured at a parking lot outside an entertainment venue in Soi Siam Sam Tat Phettrakul.
Korean Tourist Claims Assault and Attempted Robbery in Pattaya
Mr. Koh alleged to police that he was attacked by assailants who attempted to allegedly rob him of 300,000 baht and forcibly planted approximately 20 pieces of a narcotic substance, identified as ketamine vape pods, in his bag before fleeing.
3. A 35-year-old woman died in an accident early on August 1st, 2025, when her BMW crashed into the rear of an 18-wheel truck on Sukhumvit Road in Chonburi’s Bang Lamung district.
Tragic Crash in Pattaya: Woman, 35, Killed after Car Collides with 18-Wheeler
The truck driver, Mr. Sompharn Tita, 46, said he was parked on the roadside, resting before delivering a load of electrical appliances, when he felt a violent impact and heard a loud crash.
4. A would-be thief was apprehended early Thursday morning after attempting to snatch a tourist’s bracelet during a morning jog along Patong Beach, thanks to the swift action of local citizens and beach staff.
Transgender Woman Arrested after Snatching Bracelet from Foreigner at Patong Beach
Social media reactions poured in after a video of the arrest was shared online, with many netizens praising the brave locals who stepped in.
5. Police investigators in Phuket have arrested a phone technician at a prominent electronics store in a famous department store in Wichit following allegations that he secretly copied and shared a customer’s private data during a routine phone upgrade.
Phone Staffer in Phuket Arrested for Stealing and Sharing Customer’s Private Content
The investigation began after a customer filed a complaint with Wichit Police Station on July 27, revealing that photos from their old iPhone had been misused after a data transfer process at the store.
6. In the early morning hours of August 1st, 2025, a dramatic chase ended with the arrest of a Nigerian national caught in possession of a large quantity of cocaine.
Nigerian Man Arrested After Fleeing Police Checkpoint in Phuket with Cocaine
The presence of authorities, the driver suddenly accelerated in an apparent attempt to flee the scene. Officers quickly pursued the vehicle through the Kathu area and successfully intercepted it on Chao Fa Mine Road.
7. The 2nd Army Area Regional Command reported that the Cambodian side violated the ceasefire agreement, with disturbances and weapon attacks found in multiple areas. The Thai side therefore responded accordingly to the situation.
Royal Thai Army Says Cambodia Violated Ceasefire Agreement, Postpones Further Meetings
The Thai side therefore responded accordingly to the situation.
8. As of August 1st, 2025, Thailand faces a 19% tariff on its exports to the United States, a big reduction from the initially proposed 36% “reciprocal” tariff announced by President Donald Trump on April 2nd, 2025.
US Imposes 19 Percent Tariffs on Thailand: A New Chapter in Trade Relations
This development marks the culmination of intense negotiations between the two nations.
9. The Royal Thai Air Force has detected attempts to use drones to survey military installations and numerous government facilities in key areas of Thailand, which is considered a serious threat indicating potential espionage aimed at carrying out actions harmful to military infrastructure and possibly civilian infrastructure as well.
Offenders will face charges of espionage or spying, which threatens the kingdom’s security, with severe penalties including life imprisonment or the death penalty.
10. The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) reported that persistent flooding is affecting four northern provinces—Nan, Chiang Rai, Sukhothai, and Phitsanulok.
Floods Continue to Impact Northern Thailand, Affecting Thousands
The floods have impacted 8 districts, 19 subdistricts, and 52 villages, with over 3,100 households and approximately 11,700 people still grappling with the effects.
That’s all for this week, as always thanks for your support.
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