Case closed! Buunchued Temple in Pathum Thani has successfully opened and inspected the sacred golden hair relic (Phra Keshmala), confirming the gold is still inside. The temple denies any attempt to conceal the facts and commits to full transparency. Following widespread public concern about low gold content detected in initial testing of the Phra Keshmala at Buunchued Temple in Bang Poon subdistrict, Mueang district, Pathum Thani province, the temple conducted a formal inspection today with multiple witnesses present. Workers used an electric grinder to carefully cut the base of the relic, then gradually pried open the covering. Inside, they found a thick layer of plaster covering the cavity. Using a chisel, they carefully chipped away the plaster until golden chunks became visible. The full inspection revealed authentic gold nuggets sealed inside the relic's hollow chamber—the gold had not disappeared as some had speculated. The discovery brought relief and joy to the abbot, temple committee, and devotees. The temple firmly states it had no intention to hide anything and stands ready to disclose all details of the process for complete transparency. Special thanks to community leader Aw-Off of Bang Poon.

A loan shark identified as Mr. Tao, age 34, has been charged with three serious counts following complaints from a 25-year-old victim. The victim, represented by Akekapon Luangprasert from the "Sanaemai Tongrod" social media page, filed a report with Rattanathibeth Police Station in Nonthaburi Province on May 4th. According to the complaint, the suspect coerced the woman to record explicit videos during the loan process and forced her into sexual acts after she missed four days of interest payments as a penalty. The suspect allegedly threatened to post the images and videos online if she refused to cooperate. Police questioned Mr. Tao for over an hour before conducting a search of his residence in Muang District, Nonthaburi Province, to gather evidence. When confronted by reporters during the search, the suspect flatly denied all allegations, claiming the entire story was false. He refused to provide any statement beyond denying the accusations. Police are preparing to file three charges: lending money at rates exceeding legal limits, sexual assault, and extortion through threats. The case will proceed according to the law.

A police officer from Ratapanung Station in Yarang District was fatally shot by an unknown gunman in an ambush attack before the shooter fled. The incident occurred on May 4 at 5:25 PM in the Baan Muang Wan area, Moo 4, Sakob Sub-district, Mayo District, Pattani Province. The victim, identified as Sgt. Maj. Mayaki Deyaeh, 50, was found with fatal gunshot wounds. Authorities are conducting a thorough investigation of the crime scene, gathering evidence, and actively pursuing the suspect for prosecution.

A monk accused of having an affair with a villager's husband has left the community, devastating neighbors and relatives who refuse to believe the allegations. The case surfaced through a social media page after a woman from Prachuap Khiri Khan province revealed that her 23-year marriage collapsed when she discovered her husband's relationship with a Buddhist monk. Wat Bung temple in Nakhon Ratchasima issued a statement clarifying that the monk in question was not a permanent member of their temple but merely a visiting student monk who later moved to Wat Hong Kham in Yasothon province.

When journalists visited Wat Hong Kham on May 4, they found that Phra Pornchai, 30, had already fled the temple the previous evening. Deputy abbot Phra Thong Thongchai, 52, confirmed that Phra Pornchai had disrobed and left around 4 PM on May 3 after authorities questioned him about the allegations. Phra Pornchai acknowledged knowing the woman's husband from before his ordination but denied the affair claim, insisting their communication was purely sibling-like in nature.

Journalists later visited Phra Pornchai's family home but found only his relatives present. His father, Khun Un, expressed shock and disbelief, stating his son was a good and honest person who intended to remain ordained for life. Neighbors also spoke in his defense, describing him as virtuous and sincere. His father believes his son has been falsely accused and noted that after disrobing, Phra Pornchai had already left the village. The family maintains that he was a dedicated practitioner who studied diligently and helped others throughout his time as a monk.

On April 2nd, an intern discovered a hidden camera in the women's restroom at a company in Thung Song District, Nakhon Si Thammarat. After employees discovered the camera and discussed the matter, IT staff member Mr. A was present during conversations, though no one initially suspected him. When employees decided to file a police report, they observed Mr. A attempting to remove and replace the camera's memory card. The police were notified, but took no immediate action to collect evidence or inspect the scene.

After pressure from 30-40 company employees who visited the police station for an update, detectives obtained CCTV footage showing the suspect switching the memory card—the most crucial portion had been deliberately deleted. Mr. A was taken into custody and confessed to operating the hidden camera for 3-4 months, viewing recorded footage three times daily. However, he was released shortly after his confession with no apparent charges filed.

Employees have now escalated their complaint, expressing concerns about potential interference in the investigation. The suspect's family background includes his father in a senior banking position in Na Bon District and his mother serving as a school director in Thung Yai District, along with other relatives holding military officer ranks.

On May 4, 2025, a lithium battery-carrying truck exploded and ignited a fire on Burapha Withi Expressway at kilometer 40, causing structural damage. Prof. Dr. Amorn Pimmanmarch, president of the Structural Engineers Association of Thailand and engineering professor at Kasetsart University, revealed that the elevated expressway structure is a prestressed concrete construction built using precast segments connected and secured together with prestressing wires. Construction began in 1995, making the structure 30 years old.

Regarding the impact of fire and heat on the structure, Prof. Dr. Amorn explained that heat and fire can cause concrete and reinforcing steel to deteriorate depending on the duration of exposure. While concrete structures generally resist heat better than steel structures, this particular structure contains internal prestressing wires, making it relatively sensitive to heat damage.

He initially recommends inspecting the structure in three areas: (1) the duration the structure was exposed to fire—longer exposure means greater impact; (2) the condition of concrete damage such as spalling and surface deterioration; and (3) whether heat affected the prestressing wires and internal reinforcing steel.

Damage assessment can be conducted through various engineering methods, including extracting concrete samples for testing, measuring tension in prestressing wires, and examining deformation of reinforcing steel.

Prof. Dr. Amorn added that the responsible authorities should urgently conduct these inspections to ensure safety for expressway users and those traveling on roads beneath the elevated structure.