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Royal Thai Police, Sa Kaeo Provincial Police, Toyota Hilux Double Cab patrol car.

Chiang Mai

February 25, 2025

British Man Arrested in Chiang Mai After Overstaying Visa by Staggering 25 Years

Chiang Mai, Thailand – In a remarkable enforcement operation, Chiang Mai Immigration authorities have arrested a British national for overstaying his visa by an astonishing 9,135 days—more than 25 years—marking one of the longest recorded immigration violations in Thailand’s history. The arrest, announced on February 24, 2025, has left officials and the public alike grappling […]

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Chiang Mai

February 7, 2025

Thai Progress MP for Chiang Mai wanted on rape charge

The Chiang Mai Provincial Court issued an arrest warrant today for Chaiyamparwaan Manpianjit, an MP of the Thai Progress party, on a charge of raping a Taiwanese national at a hotel in Chiang Mai on January 9th. Olympic boxer sentenced in Khon Kaen for attempted Rape Chiang Mai police say that they received a complaint […]

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Chiang Mai

December 24, 2024

Chiang Mai Police Raid Shop After British Tourists Mushroom Overdose Death

At 2:00 PM on December 23rd, 2024, Chiang Mai Tourist Police conducted a sting operation using an undercover foreign agent to purchase psilocybin mushrooms from a shop on Tha Phae Road, Muang District. Mother and son die in Yasothon after eating poisonous mushrooms This action followed the tragic death of a 25-year-old British tourist, Mr. […]

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Chiang Mai

December 16, 2024

Annual Thai buffalo beauty contest in Chiang Mai attracts crowds

In a celebration of tradition, agriculture, and rural pride, Chiang Mai recently hosted a Thai Buffalo Beauty Pageant, attracting locals and tourists eager to witness this unique and entertaining event. The competition, which showcases the strength, charm, and elegance of the nation’s water buffalo, highlights their significant role in Thai culture and agriculture. Passenger train […]

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Chiang Mai

December 8, 2024December 8, 2024

Interpol to search for Moroccan man accused of murdering Thai boyfriend in Chiang Mai

nterpol has been requested to assist in locating a Moroccan man accused of murdering his Thai boyfriend, identified only as “Thitikarn,” in Chiang Mai. Moroccan Man Arrested For Allegedly Working Illegally at Cannabis Shop in Phuket Thitikarn, the owner of a beauty clinic, was found deceased in a third-floor room at the clinic by a […]

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Wat Saeng Kaew Phothiyan is a Buddhist temple in Mae Suay district, Chiang Rai.

Chiang Mai

November 10, 2024

Minor Quakes Reported in Chiang Mai and Off Sumatra

The Earthquake Observation Division reported two seismic events today (Nov 9). The first tremor, with a magnitude of 1.4, struck at 1:02 a.m. in Chiang Dao district, Chiang Mai province, at a shallow depth of one kilometer. No immediate reports of damage or injuries were received from the area. Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai buildings […]

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Chiang Mai

October 26, 2024

Chiang Mai Launches City Cleanup Ahead of Tourism Season

Chiang Mai province has initiated a city cleanup campaign in preparation for the upcoming tourism season, following the recent flooding disaster. The provincial hall has organized a large-scale cleaning event aimed at removing mud and debris from the streets and homes affected by the disaster. At least 2 dead and 1 missing in Chiang Mai […]

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Chiang Mai

October 24, 2024

Foreigner vandalizes stall in Chiang Mai after smoking ban warning

A recent incident in Chiang Mai Chang Phuak market, where a foreign tourist wrecked a local food stall following a smoking ban warning, has raised concerns about visitor behavior and respect for local laws. The altercation occurred after the tourist was informed about Thailand’s public smoking regulations, and it has quickly drawn attention both in […]

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