Here is a look at the top NATIONAL Thailand stories, chosen by our Pattaya News/TPN National team, from last week, Monday, June 1st to Sunday, June 7th.
They are not in any particular level of importance but are listed in the order of date of publication.
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On this auspicious day, the Thai people come together to honor Her Royal Majesty Queen Suthida Bajrasudhabimalalakshana as she celebrates her Birthday.
Thailand Celebrates Her Royal Majesty Queen Suthida’s Birthday
2. In line with the policy of Police General Kittirat Phanphet, Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police, who has directed police nationwide to intensify efforts against transnational crime in accordance with government measures designed at addressing foreign nationals posing as tourists while engaging in activities that negatively affect Thailand’s national security, economy, and society, relevant officers have given an update.
3. The Thai medical community is in mourning following the death of Associate Professor Dr. Teerasak Kaew-omttawong, a respected specialist in respiratory diseases and critical care medicine, who passed away peacefully on June 7th after battling severe injuries sustained in a tragic accident in which a British expat and local tour boat owner who was high on cocaine struck the doctor while he was out for a walk.
4. Pattaya City Police were called to a physical altercation on Pattaya Beach early Wednesday morning after a transgender woman allegedly punched a 40-year-old Japanese tourist in the face during a heated argument over payment for companionship services.
5. A group of approximately 20 Pakistani men turned a social media dispute into a violent physical clash on Pattaya Beach early this morning, leaving two men injured and causing panic among bystanders, leaving tourists to flee in terror as Pattaya police responded.
6. Officials from Sirinat National Park rushed to investigate after receiving reports of a mysterious marine animal carcass washed ashore near a beachfront hotel in Cherng Talay.
7. Police officers at Bo Phut Police Station on Koh Samui foiled an attempt by a 46‑year‑old Italian man to smuggle heroin into the detention cell where his friend was being held pending deportation.
Italian Man Arrested on Koh Samui for Attempting to Smuggle Heroin into Police Cell
8. Police officers from the Crime Suppression Division Region 8 executed a court-issued arrest warrant in Phuket, apprehending an Iranian foreign national accused of armed home invasion.
Iranian Man Arrested in Phuket on Court Warrant for Armed Home Invasion
9. A late-night disturbance at a popular entertainment venue in Patong escalated when a group of female tourists confronted security staff after being asked to undergo a routine check.
That’s all for this week, as always thanks for your support.
