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3 suspects arrested in Thalang drug and firearms crackdown

Phuket – Authorities in Thalang have intensified enforcement against narcotics and illegal weapons, arresting three suspects in separate cases as part of a nationwide campaign to restore social order under the Ministry…

3 arrested in Thalang raids targeting drugs and firearm offenses

The arrests were carried out on Tuesday and Wednesday (May 5-6). The operation was led by Thalang Deputy District Chief and Administrative Affairs head Wisut Romint together with Deputy District Chief Chaiporn Yangjin…

Phuket police arrest teen gang suspects in shootings and attempted murder

The arrests were announced at 3:30pm yesterday (May 6) during a press conference at Wichit Police Station led by Phuket Provincial Police Commander Pol Maj Gen Sinlert Sukhum and Wichit Police Chief Pol Col Somsak…

Wichit police arrest youth gang suspects tied to Phuket shootings

Wichit police arrest youth gang suspects tied to Phuket shootings — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.

Police investigate fire in restroom at PPAO Hospital in Phuket Town

Officers from Phuket City Police Station were notified of the incident at 9:30pm after a report was received through the station’s radio centre. The fire was located in the men’s restroom on the third floor of the…

Landfill Fire Spurs Emergency Response as Overcapacity Strains Phuket Waste System

Although the fire was finally brought under control, officials warn the danger is not over ‒ and the conditions that caused it remain firmly in place.

Fire breaks out at Kathu rented room

Police were notified of the incident at 7:10am, with the fire reported at a rented room building located at 48/36, Room A2, Moo 6, Kathu.

Senate Advisor Urges Urgent Action on Phuket’s Mounting Waste Crisis

Phuket, Thailand – A senior advisor to the Senate’s Subcommittee on Land Resources has sounded the alarm over Phuket’s escalating waste management crisis, warning of serious environmental and tourism impacts if…

Landfill reopens as officials confirm hotspots under control

The reopening, on Saturday (Apr 18), came after inspections confirmed a sustained reduction in hotspots and smoke at the site, which had been closed to incoming waste during firefighting operations.

Police probe suspected backhoe arson

Phuket Provincial Police reported that the incident occurred at a construction site operated by Kanda Company in Moo 1, Thepkrasattri.

Governor vows long-term waste reforms after Saphan Hin landfill fire

Governor vows long-term waste reforms after Saphan Hin landfill fire — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.