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Phuket News May 19, 2023

Patong local election may impact Bangla Road nightlife

Patong Municipality has announced a local election set to take place on June 11, which will impact the popular nightlife district of Bangla Road and its surrounding areas. The election is being held to elect a new representative for Patong Municipality Constituency 3, covering the heart of the bustling tourism town. The need for a …
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Phuket News May 16, 2023

Expat’s driveway cut off as Phuket street paving creates one metre drop

A long-term expat residing in Rawai, Phuket, is struggling to access his home after the local municipality’s paving project left his driveway with a vertical drop of nearly 1 metre. Australian-born British national, Brett Masters, has lived in the area for 18 years and in his current house for the past eight. Before the paving project …
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Phuket News May 14, 2023

Phuket governor casts first vote in General Election

Phuket Governor Narong Woonciew kicked off the General Election process on the island by casting the first vote at the Phuket Auditorium in Phuket Town today. The Phuket Auditorium, located at the government administration centre on Tha Kraeng Road, is one of 22 polling stations established throughout the Talad Yai sub-district of Phuket Town. Candidates …
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Phuket News May 12, 2023

Search continues for Russian man swept off rocks by large wave in Phuket

A Russian man has gone missing after being swept off seaside rocks by a large wave at Laem Promthep, Phuket, prompting rescue teams and volunteers to continue their search efforts. The incident occurred at around 9.30am, according to Rawai Mayor Aroon Solos. It has been reported that the tourist Yuri Smoyan was standing on the …
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Phuket News May 8, 2023

Phuket police arrest 15 gamblers in underground casino at abandoned mall

In Phuket Town, an underground casino located in the basement of an abandoned shopping centre has been raided by police, resulting in the arrest of 15 gamblers. Officers executed the raid on Tilok-U-Thit 1 Road at approximately 10:50pm after receiving a tip-off about illegal gambling activities taking place beneath a snooker venue operating at street …
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Phuket News May 6, 2023

Woman arrested in Phuket over boyfriend’s drug business

A woman was arrested due to her connections with her boyfriend’s illicit drug business. The Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) of the Royal Thai Police confirmed the arrest of 24 year old Jaruwan Sriwilas in connection with her boyfriend’s illicit drug business. Jaruwan’s boyfriend was discovered one year ago with 4 kilograms of crystal methamphetamine (‘ya …
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Phuket News May 5, 2023

Phuket motorbike tragedy claims life of young Polish woman

A motorbike tragedy in Phuket claimed the life of a young Polish woman yesterday, in Thailand’s latest road accident. The 33 year old rider was killed after she crashed her motorbike and slid under a trailer truck in the Chalong sub-district of Phuket’s main city district. Rescuers arrived at the scene on Chao Fa West …
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Phuket News April 30, 2023

Phuket expat’s urgent appeal for funds after hit-and-run incident

Richard Valentine, an expat and businessman in Phuket, has made an urgent appeal for funds to complete his medical treatments at the government-run Vachira Phuket Hospital. Valentine suffered serious leg injuries and a concussion in a hit-and-run incident. Valentine was riding his motorbike when he was struck by an unidentified SUV driver on March 31, …
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  • Phuket bar raided for illegal operation, underage drinking and restricted hours
    by Mitch Connor on June 7, 2023 at 5:32 pm

    A crackdown on illegal entertainment venues in Phuket Town continued as a bar was raided by authorities in the early hours of yesterday. Muang Phuket District Chief Pairote Srilamoon led a team of officers from the Department of Provincial Administration (DOPA) in the raid on the ‘At Five’ bar at 1.30am. They were joined by Danai … The story Phuket bar raided for illegal operation, underage drinking and restricted hours as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Phuket shooting: Russian restauranteur targeted in daylight attack
    by Bob Scott on June 7, 2023 at 4:57 pm

    The idyllic streets of Phuket were rocked today by a brutal act of violence as a man, believed to be a Russian restaurant owner, was shot inside his car outside a cafe. The incident unfolded in broad daylight, sending shockwaves through the peaceful neighbourhood. Police rushed to the scene on Boat Avenue in Cherng Talay, … The story Phuket shooting: Russian restauranteur targeted in daylight attack as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Two killed in Patong motorcycle crash near De Coze Hotel
    by Mitch Connor on June 7, 2023 at 2:17 pm

    A tragic road accident near De Coze Hotel in Patong claimed the lives of a foreign man and an unidentified woman yesterday evening. Patong Police are currently investigating the case. The collision between a car and a motorcycle occurred on Phra Metta Rd, also known as Phang Muang Sai Kor Rd. Upon arriving at the … The story Two killed in Patong motorcycle crash near De Coze Hotel as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Phuket orders small boats to stay ashore until Saturday amid heavy weather
    by Mitch Connor on June 7, 2023 at 10:41 am

    In Phuket, a ban has been issued on boats shorter than 10 metres leaving the shore until Saturday, June 10, due to heavy weather conditions. The order, issued by Phuket Marine Office Chief Natchaphong Pranit, applies to all sailing and motor yachts up to 32.8 feet. The ban comes as a reminder of the importance of safety … The story Phuket orders small boats to stay ashore until Saturday amid heavy weather as seen on Thaiger News.

  • Missing Phuket fisherman found dead amid weather alert
    by Mitch Connor on June 6, 2023 at 1:09 pm

    The lifeless body of a 59 year old Pa Khlok resident was discovered floating in the sea by a local fisherman yesterday. Prachoen Thammawong had gone missing after failing to return home from his fishing routine the previous day. Upon receiving the news, Thalang Police Station officers and rescue workers arrived at the scene, where … The story Missing Phuket fisherman found dead amid weather alert as seen on Thaiger News.

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