PHUKET, Thailand — A 44-year-old Russian man was discovered dead by hanging inside his rented apartment in the Kathu district of Phuket after friends grew concerned over his lack of communication for several days. The grim discovery was made on the evening of June 29, 2026, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement and […]
PHUKET, Thailand — The island of Phuket experienced severe weather conditions early Wednesday morning as heavy to very heavy rainfall battered the region, leaving numerous roads and intersections completely inundated. The intense downpour, which persisted until approximately 9:35 a.m., caused significant disruptions to daily commutes and prompted urgent warnings from local authorities. Anutin Apologises for […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A 31-year-old Russian woman tragically lost her life after falling from the eighth floor of a condominium in the Kathu district of Phuket. The fatal incident occurred on July 2, prompting an immediate response from local law enforcement and emergency services as investigators work to determine the exact circumstances surrounding her death. […]
PHUKET, Thailand — Two Uzbek nationals have been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officials uncovered massive quantities of cannabis concealed in their luggage as they attempted to depart Thailand. The seizures highlight ongoing efforts by Thai authorities to strictly regulate the export of controlled substances following recent changes in domestic cannabis laws. Customs […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A 37-year-old Ghanaian national has been taken into immigration custody and is facing deportation after authorities in Phuket revoked his permission to remain in Thailand. The enforcement action was initiated following a series of public complaints regarding the man’s disruptive behavior, which officials say threatened public order and the island’s reputation as […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A British national has had his permission to stay in Thailand officially revoked and faces criminal charges after a viral video captured him violently assaulting a local tuk-tuk driver following a fare dispute in the Patong area of Phuket. The widespread circulation of the footage on Thai social media prompted swift law […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A 21-year-old Belgian national has been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officials uncovered more than 31 kilograms of cannabis concealed in her luggage as she prepared to depart Thailand. The massive seizure highlights the ongoing crackdown on the illegal export of controlled substances from the Kingdom. Two Uzbeks Held at […]
PATONG, Thailand — A 27-year-old Moroccan woman has been apprehended in Patong following the discovery of cocaine in her possession during a targeted anti-drug operation. In addition to severe narcotics charges, authorities discovered that the suspect had overstayed her legal permission to remain in Thailand, resulting in multiple immigration violations, The Phuket Express reported. Interpol […]
PHUKET, Thailand — A Russian tourist has been arrested at Phuket International Airport after customs officials uncovered more than 17 kilograms of cannabis concealed in his luggage as he prepared to board a flight to Kazakhstan. The massive seizure highlights ongoing international and domestic efforts to combat the illicit export of the substance from the […]
PHUKET, Thailand — Thai law enforcement authorities have dismantled an alleged Russian organized crime network operating in Phuket, seizing more than 5.4 million baht in cash during a series of coordinated raids linked to widespread online fraud and mule account investigations. The operation resulted in the arrest of one Russian national on an outstanding court […]