Two women attempt suicide from Phuket sea bridges on successive days
One woman was brought to safety at Sarasin Bridge, while rescue teams continued searching for another who jumped from Thao Thep Krasattri Bridge.
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Four foreign nationals arrested at Phuket Airport over alleged cannabis smuggling
Three Swiss and French nationals were arrested at Phuket Airport after more than 33.6kg of cannabis was allegedly found in four suitcases, according to a CrimeAsia report.
DPAINT plans B368 million rights issue to invest in Phuket condominium project
DPAINT’s independent financial adviser has backed a B368 million rights issue to support investment in CPR, developer of The City Phuket condominium.
Police prevent woman’s suicide attempt on Phuket bridge
Police calmed and escorted an unnamed Thai woman from the Thao Thepkasattri Bridge after she parked her black Mercedes-Benz in the middle of the crossing.
Phuket orders 48-hour alcohol sales ban for Buddhist holy days
Phuket has banned alcohol sales across the province from 29 to 30 July 2026, with limited legal exemptions for certain venues.
48-hour alcohol sales ban under way in Phuket and nationwide
Police have reminded businesses that alcohol sales are prohibited from 29 to 30 July, with limited exemptions for licensed entertainment venues, hotels and international airports.
UPDATE: Body found after reported Phuket bridge jump
The body of a 33-year-old woman reported missing after entering the sea from Thao Thep Krasattri Bridge has been found on a beach in Mai Khao.
Phuket zoning overhaul could allow 15- to 20-storey buildings in red zones
Phuket’s draft city plan would raise development limits in some areas while tightening controls in conservation zones, prompting a rush for approvals before expected implementation in 2027.
Phuket records B263 billion in tourism revenue from 6.96 million visitors
Phuket attracted 6.96 million visitors and generated B263.01 billion in tourism revenue during the first six months of 2026, according to the Tourism Authority of Thailand.
Foreign tourists reported in street brawl in Phuket
An Instagram post published on 28 July 2026 reported a physical confrontation between two groups of foreign tourists outside an apartment complex in Phuket.
UPDATE: Phuket court issues warrant for Russian suspect in B600,000 currency theft
Police say a Russian national is wanted over the alleged theft of foreign currency worth about B600,000 from a safe at a currency exchange counter in Wichit.