American man arrested for assault and stalking minors and women before fleeing to Thailand, hiding in luxury condo in central Chiang Mai, authorities move to deport. On May 13, 2025, Deputy National Police Spokesman Pol. Lt. Col. Trairong Phiwphon revealed the arrest of a significant transnational fugitive following National Police Commissioner Pol. Gen. Kittipat Puntpetch's directive for a crackdown on international crime and illegal aliens. An investigation unit working with the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) raided and arrested Mr. Joseph Frances Chinnock (also known as Joseph Kelly), 58, an American national.

The arrest followed an urgent notification from the FBI Thailand office that Mr. Joseph is a dangerous fugitive wanted by U.S. authorities for three counts of assault and three counts of sexual stalking and harassment of children and women, considered a serious threat to society. The U.S. Embassy has already revoked his passport.

Investigators found that the suspect entered Thailand in late March and was hiding in a luxury condominium on Nimmanhaemin Soi 12 in Suthep Subdistrict, Muang District, Chiang Mai Province. Police surrounded the building and issued a notice revoking his permission to stay in the kingdom before detaining him and handing him over to Chiang Mai Provincial Police for deportation proceedings.

The National Police Commissioner has instructed all security agencies to continue "eradicating" gray market networks and hidden criminals to close loopholes preventing Thailand from becoming a safe haven for international criminals. The public is urged to report any suspicious foreign nationals by calling the 24-hour hotline 1178.

Breaking: Cambodian Troops Fire 11 Rounds Along Or Samet Border; Thai Forces Issue 2 Warning Shots After Discovering Foreign National Near Barbed Wire. Officers Maintain Heightened 24-Hour Surveillance At 18:40 on May 13, 2569, the Second Army Region received a report from Surin Nari forces that Cambodian soldiers used firearms to shoot along the Or Samet area, totaling 11 rounds at multiple locations during dusk while weather conditions were overcast with heavy rain. The report indicates that the shooting originated from Hill 278 east of Chong Jom, before continuing southward along the eastern market side of the road leading into the Or Samet area, with approximately 1-2 rounds fired at each location for a total of 11 rounds. Heavy rain fell shortly after the incident, and no further movements from the Cambodian side have been detected at this time. Earlier that same day, around 09:00, officers discovered a foreign national, appearing to be Western, of unknown nationality, approaching the barbed wire fence area along the Or Samet entrance road. Officers then fired 2 warning shots in accordance with security protocols to prevent territorial intrusion and avoid potential misunderstandings that could affect border security. Security assessment indicates that the Cambodian shooting appears to be a "range-checking" probe, with the overall situation remaining under control. Thai forces continue to maintain heightened surveillance around the clock.

Football Schedule May 13, 2025

English Premier League Manchester City vs. Crystal Palace kicks off at 2:00 a.m. and will be broadcast live on Mono Max. The "Blue Birds" Manchester City host the "Glass Palace" Crystal Palace at the Etihad Stadium. Both teams have played 35 matches each. Manchester City has 22 wins, 8 draws, and 5 losses for 74 points, sitting in second place. They must win to keep their title hopes alive. Crystal Palace has 11 wins, 11 draws, and 13 losses for 44 points, sitting 15th with no relegation concerns.

Manchester City is expected to field Erling Haaland, Rayan Akanji, and Jeremy Doku, while Crystal Palace will likely use Jorgen Strand Larsen, Brennan Johnson, and Cheick Doucoure. The motivation gap favors Manchester City, who should secure three points comfortably.

Italian Coppa Italia Final Lazio vs. Inter Milan plays at Rome's Stadio Olimpico at 2:00 a.m., broadcast live on True Premier Football 3. This is a clash between two Serie A giants. Lazio's journey included wins over AC Milan (1-0), Bologna (1-1, won 4-1 on penalties), and Atalanta (3-3 aggregate, won 2-1 on penalties). Inter's path saw victories over Venezia (5-1), Torino (2-1), and Como (3-2 aggregate). Lazio holds the home advantage, and though Inter is formidable, Lazio should hold their own over 90 minutes.

Spanish La Liga Espanyol vs. Athletic Bilbao plays at midnight, broadcast on beIN Sports 1. Espanyol fights to avoid relegation against Bilbao, who still chase European qualification. The hosts have poor recent form; the visitors shouldn't lose.

Villarreal vs. Sevilla plays at midnight on beIN Sports 3. Villarreal has secured UEFA Champions League qualification, while Sevilla risks relegation. Villarreal lacks motivation, and Sevilla has recent good form. Expect a draw.

Depportivo Alavés vs. Barcelona plays at 2:30 a.m. on beIN Sports 1. Alavés fights relegation while Barcelona has already won the title. Barcelona should comfortably win given the quality gap.

Getafe vs. Mallorca plays at 2:30 a.m. on beIN Sports 3. Getafe chases European qualification against relegation-fighting Mallorca. The hosts have faded recently; the visitors should pick up points.

At 6:00 PM on May 13, 2026, Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul and the Interior Minister traveled from Phuket International Airport before boarding a helicopter to Freedom Beach in Patong subdistrict, Kathu district, Phuket, to monitor the arrest of those illegally encroaching on public beach areas.

The Mueang Phuket district officer reported that Freedom Beach has been unlawfully occupied since around 2009—nearly two decades—with commercial establishments such as shops and restaurants operating for tourism profit. The operations were leased and sold to foreign nationals, and visitors were charged entrance fees of 100-300 baht to access the beach. Following strict measures implemented by the Phuket governor, 23 cases have been filed against the perpetrators.

The Prime Minister questioned how authorities allowed this problem to persist for over a decade without intervention. The district officer acknowledged previous confiscations and multiple prosecutions over the years, but noted that violators repeatedly resumed their illegal activities.

After hearing the report, Anutin walked among residents and listened to complaints from those affected by land encroachment. Residents held signs requesting the Prime Minister's help. Anutin stated that a full team had come to listen and assigned responsibility to the Phuket governor, the Natural Resources and Environment Minister overseeing the Forestry Department, the Interior Ministry overseeing the Land Department and provincial electrical authority, and the Transport Minister. He assured residents that intimidation would cease as perpetrators had been arrested.

When Anutin asked if residents had filed police reports to ensure adequate official oversight, residents expressed concerns about influential figures in the area and requested reassurance and compassion from the Prime Minister, showing him pictures of these influential individuals on their phones.

Anutin bowed apologetically and said: "I ask for your compassion and apologize for arriving too late. There is nothing you should ask compassion for from me. We failed by helping too late. Let us make amends completely."

Residents thanked the Prime Minister, saying the influence of these figures would end from that moment forward. Anutin responded: "It ended yesterday. I believe everyone here understands what happened. I stand with you. I am the Prime Minister, the highest civil servant in the bureaucracy. If I stand with you, then good civil servants will not dare side with influential figures."

Anutin then called the Permanent Secretary of the Interior Ministry and Phuket Governor into the discussion, saying: "They are my subordinates. If residents feel concerned, you can contact us anytime."

The Prime Minister emphasized that government land belongs to the state, while residents' homes that already exist and have been damaged by encroachment will be repaired by the government. He pledged to coordinate with security agencies including the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC), military authorities, district officials, and volunteer territorial defense units to ensure safety and protection. "Believe me. Let people earn their living and live normally. We will handle everything. Those responsible must pay compensation for encroaching on government land, displacing honest residents, using threats and violence, and committing abuses. This has been happening for over a decade."

BANGKOK — Thailand has introduced new alcohol control regulations banning the sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages in several public areas nationwide, with the measures taking effect from May 12.

The eight announcements, published in the Royal Gazette, update regulations originally introduced in 2008 to better reflect current conditions. The measures were signed by the public health minister as chair of the Alcohol Beverage Control Committee.

Under the new rules:

- Alcohol sales are prohibited on roads, in vehicles, or on vehicles located on public roads. - Alcohol sales are prohibited at railway stations and on trains, except during special events in the air-conditioned hall at Bangkok Central Station. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited at public piers and on public passenger boats. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited at all passenger bus terminals throughout the country. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited inside factory premises, except at liquor factories where sales or tasting are part of the production process. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited in areas under the supervision or use of government agencies, state enterprises, or other state organizations, except in private residential areas, clubs, or traditional banquet events. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited in public parks managed by state enterprises or government agencies. - Alcohol sales and consumption are prohibited inside state enterprises and government agencies.

The updated regulations officially came into force on May 12.

Motorists are urged to refuel immediately as fuel prices will increase tomorrow across all diesel and petrol varieties by 70 satang per liter, with premium fuel remaining stable. PTT stations announced on May 13 that effective May 14, 2026 at 5:00 AM, all petrol and gasohol grades will see the price hike. New prices include regular petrol at 53.64 baht/liter, Gasohol 95 at 44.05 baht/liter, Gasohol 91 at 43.68 baht/liter, E20 at 37.05 baht/liter, and E85 at 32.99 baht/liter. Premium Gasohol 95 is set at 51.54 baht/liter. For diesel products, B7 diesel will be 41.45 baht/liter, B20 diesel at 34.45 baht/liter, and premium diesel at 61.25 baht. These prices do not include Bangkok city maintenance tax.