Patong police arrest two and seize 280 meth tablets
Police arrested a 19-year-old woman and a 47-year-old man during a raid on a rental room in Patong, seizing methamphetamine and alleged drug-distribution equipment.
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Patong restaurant owner reports B700 in takings as Israeli customers decline
A Patong restaurant owner said her takings fell to B700 on 10 September as police prepared security measures for a Jewish New Year event.
UPDATE: Chabad Patong Rosh Hashanah event reportedly cancelled after Patong protest
Authorities monitored a peaceful protest near Chabad Patong on 11 September 2026; The Phuket Express reported about 400 protesters, while Nation, citing The Times of Israel, reported more than 500. Reports said the planned Rosh Hashanah celebration was cancelled after Israeli security concerns.
Around 300 protest Chabad House Patong Rosh Hashanah event in Phuket
About 300 Buddhist and Muslim residents gathered in Patong to oppose a Chabad House religious event, which authorities approved with attendance capped at 800.
Sondhi leads Bangkok protest as campaign raises Phuket Chabad concerns
Sondhi Limthongkul led a protest outside the Israeli embassy in Bangkok on 10 September, calling for scrutiny of land holdings and Chabad centres amid Phuket-related concerns.
Phuket governor responds to removal calls as Patong taxi knife incident reported
A Phuket News video report said the Phuket governor had responded to calls for his removal and reported that a Patong taxi driver pulled a knife on an app-based cab driver.
UPDATE: More than 500 protesters rally outside Chabad House over Jewish New Year event in Patong
More than 500 protesters reportedly joined a Save Phuket rally against a Jewish New Year event outside Chabad House in Patong on 11 September 2026; the earlier expected turnout was about 200.
Chabad Patong rejects claims Jewish New Year event was a baptism ritual
A Chabad Patong representative said a gathering in Patong was a traditional Jewish New Year observance and denied claims of a baptism ritual or hidden business activity.
Thai agencies probe tour-package network linked to Phuket Jewish New Year event
Thai agencies are examining a reported tour-package arrangement involving flights, hotels and transport for an event in Patong, as authorities prepare for protests and review security arrangements.
Chabad Patong rejects claims over Jewish New Year ceremony
Chabad Patong has rejected reports and controversy surrounding a Jewish New Year activity, saying it was a religious ceremony conducted according to Jewish principles.
Patong motorcycle taxi driver allegedly threatens app-based rider with knife
Dashcam footage shows a motorcycle taxi driver approaching an app-based rider with a knife in Patong, though the incident has not been verified by authorities.