UPDATE: Two More Syrians Arrested with Fake UAE Passports in Phuket
Phuket –
Two more Syrian Men were arrested in Phuket on Wednesday (April 24th) after they were found with fake UAE passports.
Our previous story:
Syrian man was arrested at Phuket International Airport on Sunday...
Russian National Seized for Alleged Assault and Illegal Weapons Cache on Koh Samui
SURAT THANI – A 38-year-old Russian businessman was apprehended at a luxury villa on Samui Island this past Tuesday, April 23rd, facing serious allegations of assault and illegal weapons possession. The Bophut Police, acting...
Frenchman Arrested at Bar on Pha Ngan Island for Allegedly Selling Ecstasy and Cocaine...
Surat Thani –
A Frenchman was arrested at a bar on the Pha Ngan Island in Surat Thani for allegedly selling ecstasy and cocaine to tourists.
The Koh Pha Ngan Police told the Phuket Express that...
Thai Cabinet Approves Visa Exemption for Russian Tourists, But Changed from 90 Days to...
Thailand-
In a move to boost tourism and economic growth, the Thai cabinet has announced an extension of the visa-free scheme for Russian visitors. Starting May 1st, Russians can enjoy a 60-day visa exemption, but...
Phuket’s Biggest Stories From the Past Week: Thai Prime Minister Visited Phuket, and More
The following is our weekly feature in which we highlight the top local stories in our area of Phuket from the past week. The number of stories differs from week to week.
These are chosen...
Multiple-Vehicle Collision on Thepkasattri Road in Phuket Leaves Four People Injured
Phuket—
At 1:10 AM, on April 21st, 2024, Thalang police officers received a multiple-vehicle collision report from locals on Thepkasattri Road, Thalang, Phuket.
Thalang emergency services and police officers were dispatched to the accident scene and...
Thai Hotels Association Reports Strong Booking Rates for Songkran, Anticipates Tourism Challenges Amid Middle...
National—
On April 20th, 2024, Mr. Tienprasit Chaiyapatanan, the President of the Thai Hotels Association (THA), publicly revealed satisfying accommodation booking rates for large Songkran events from April 13th to 15th with 90% of hotels...
Transgender Woman Dies After Being Hit by a Wave While Taking a Selfie in...
Patong –
A transgender woman has been pronounced dead after being hit by a wave while standing on a rock and taking a selfie at Patong Beach on Friday (April 19th).
The Patong Police told the...
Phuket Finishes Songkran With Only One Death in the ‘Songkran Seven Days of Road...
Phuket –
Phuket has announced a total of one death with 49 road accidents and 48 injuries in the seven days (April 11th, 2024 to April 17th, 2024) of the ‘Songkran Road Safety Campaign 2024′.
The...
Russian Man Dies, His Wife Slightly Injured, in Motorbike Crash in Karon, Phuket
Karon –
An intoxicated Russian rider was pronounced dead at the scene while his Russian passenger, his wife, sustained injuries after a motorbike crash in Karon on Wednesday morning (April 17th) which marked the first...
