PHUKET — Residents of Rawai have raised concerns about foreign tourists sunbathing and swimming naked on a public beach, urging authorities to investigate the issue and take action to preserve local cultural norms and Phuket’s tourism image. Koh Phangan Cracks Down on Nude Sunbathing as Tourists Flout Decency Laws Images posted on a Facebook page […]
PHUKET – Police have arrested a 15-year-old boy in Rawai after finding him in possession of 56 methamphetamine pills, commonly known as “ya ba”, during a targeted anti-drug operation over the weekend. Nigerian National Arrested Following Dramatic Drug Chase in Phuket The arrest occurred in Moo 2 of Rawai’s Sea Gypsy Village, where officers had […]
Phuket – A 31-year-old woman from Songkhla was killed and another injured in a devastating collision between a six-wheeled truck and a motorbike on Wiset Road in Rawai on Tuesday afternoon. The accident occurred when the truck attempted to overtake the two-wheeler, leading to fatal consequences. Teenager Allegedly High On Marijuana Assaults Police After Motorbike […]
Police have taken action against a foreign tourist caught performing dangerous motorcycle stunts on a public road in Rawai, following outrage from locals and concerns over public safety. Reckless ‘French’ Biker Fined After Dangerous Phuket Joyride Goes Viral The Chalong Police told the Phuket Express about the incident over the past weekend before midnight. A […]
On Saturday (March 22nd) at 4:00 A.M., the Chalong Police Station responded to a report of a car crash causing significant property damage. The incident occurred in front of the Siam Chai Electronics Store which is opposite Soi Suksan 1 on the Wiset Road. Intoxicated foreign female driver escapes injuries after her sedan plunges into […]
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, a 46-year-old German national was arrested in Rawai, Phuket, earlier this week for possession of illegal drugs, firearms, and ammunition. The arrest, carried out by the Chalong Police, underscores ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and illegal weapon possession in the popular tourist destination. Swedish Man Found With […]
An unidentified body was found floating near the Koh Racha Yai Island. 38 rescued from sinking tourist catamaran off Koh Racha Yai in Phuket The Chalong Police was notified of the body by a tour boat operator at 9:20 A.M. on Sunday (March 16th). A patrol boat was dispatched to the location between the Coral […]
Chalong Police informed the Phuket Express that on Saturday (March 8th), a couple filed a report stating that a male foreigner had used a pistol to threaten them in Rawai. The police quickly identified the suspect as Mr. Raymond, 33, though his nationality was not disclosed. Following the report, the Phuket Provincial Court issued an […]
