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Phuket Tourist Police say viral tuk-tuk video showed dancing, not sexual activity

Phuket Tourist Police said a viral tuk-tuk video did not show sexual activity, concluding after a review of the full footage that the tourists were dancing and playfully interacting to music.

Phuket governor tells military officers island’s strength is its flexibility

Phuket Governor Nirat told military and civilian officers that the island’s economic resilience depends on flexibility in tourism markets, reliable air links and strong inter-agency cooperation.

Phuket airport to launch automatic passport control channels on June 13

Phuket International Airport will open 11 automatic outbound passport control channels on June 13 as part of a 21-channel plan to reduce immigration congestion and speed processing.

Fight breaks out between tourists on Soi Bangla in Phuket

Two Indian tourists were seen fighting on Soi Bangla in Phuket, while a woman and another man also became involved before bystanders stepped in.

Cherng Talay Police seek B53mn for new station

Cherng Talay Police in Phuket are seeking B53 million to build a new station and housing, citing overcrowding and limited capacity at the current 80-year-old facility.

British man charged in Phuket after letting 9-year-old son drive car

Wichit Police have charged a British man after he admitted allowing his 9-year-old son to drive a car on Chao Fa West Road in Phuket.

Phuket Airport to launch automated passport gates for outbound passengers

Phuket Airport will launch automated passport gates for outbound passengers tomorrow, with 11 of 21 planned gates entering service to cut immigration processing times.

A video showing a young foreign child steering a car on a busy public road in Phuket has sparked outrage online, with social media users questioning the actions of the adults in the vehicle.

New details say the Phuket incident happened in Wichit Subdistrict as the car headed toward Chao Fa Tawan Tok Road, and that the swerving vehicle caused a long traffic jam before the driver noticed he was being filmed.

British tourist detained after alleged violent disturbance in Phuket

A British tourist was detained in Phuket after an alleged violent disturbance at a salon and massage parlour, and was later released without charges after a financial settlement was reached.

Phuket governor delivers aid to workers displaced by Srisoonthorn camp fire

Phuket Governor Nirat Pongsitthavorn delivered aid to victims of the Srisoonthorn workers’ camp fire at Wat Cherng Talay, while officials reported that shelter occupancy had fallen to 90 as relocations continued.

Three arrested in Wichit raids over alleged illegal entertainment venues employing minors

Phuket police arrested three suspects after raiding two restaurants in Wichit that were allegedly operating as illegal entertainment venues and employing minors under 18.