A severe thunderstorm brought lightning strikes to the cattle pen, killing two breeding cows instantly. The owner suspects that metal bells removed from the animals' necks and hung on a nearby tree may have attracted the lightning.

On the evening of May 1, heavy thunderstorms hit Pak Kham district in Buriram province before lightning struck the cattle pen of Nang Siam, 66, a Pak Kham subdistrict council member, killing two breeding cows. Nang Siam reported hearing three loud lightning strikes during the heavy rain but didn't realize her pen had been hit. When the storm subsided, she discovered both cows dead in the pen. She expressed deep sadness, noting she had been unable to sleep for the previous two to three nights without knowing why, even after taking sleeping medication. She never expected such a tragedy, especially since these were valuable breeding cows.

Her son, Piyavut, explained that around 4 p.m., as wind and storms approached, he had brought the cattle to drink water and quickly returned them to the pen before heading home. However, the two metal bells—made of brass and silver—remained hanging on a wooden post inside the pen. When he was told that lightning had killed two cows, he rushed to check. He felt fortunate he had already secured the cows and returned indoors.

The owner warned other farmers to be cautious, particularly regarding metal objects like bells. He advised removing such items from cattle pens when possible, as they pose a significant danger. Having learned this lesson, he plans to bury the bells and will never attach them to cattle again.

At 7:40 p.m. on May 1, 2025, the Samut Sakhon Provincial Police Radio Center 191 received a report of an armed gunman conducting a solo robbery at Yaowarat Gold Shop, located inside a shopping mall in Moo 4, Tambon Khok Kham, Mueang District, Samut Sakhon. Officers led by Pol. Lt. Gen. Pisit Tanprasert, Commander of Region 7 Police, Pol. Col. Thiradej Athiphakun, and other commanders rushed to the scene.

At the location, shop employees reported that the suspect was a man approximately 170 centimeters tall, wearing a motorcycle jacket and a hood covering his face. He entered the shop, drew an automatic compact pistol, and threatened the staff before jumping over a glass counter, grabbing gold items weighing 23 baht worth approximately 1.6 million baht, and fleeing the mall.

Following the incident, Pol. Lt. Gen. Pisit ordered investigation teams from Khok Kham Police Station, Samut Sakhon Provincial Police, and Region 7 Police to form a coordinated task force to track and apprehend the suspect as quickly as possible. Evidence collection teams gathered fingerprints from the scene for further criminal proceedings.

On May 1, Police General Tawee Sadsong, leader of the Palang Prachachon Party, visited Narathiwat province, beginning with a morning discussion at a local restaurant to listen to residents' concerns. The highlight occurred at Hiranyawat Temple in Tak Bai district, where Tawee served as lay presider for a foundation stone ceremony, with senior monks including Dharmmavachara as ecclesiastical presider and nine distinguished monks attending. The temple, over 100 years old, serves as a symbol of the border region and national identity. Tawee emphasized the importance of preserving local identity and the Jah-hey dialect, which represents cross-border friendship with Malaysia, describing the merit-making as an expression of pride in maintaining culture. Local residents expressed faith in Tawee's leadership and sought blessings for his safety amid current turbulent political circumstances. Community members voiced frustration over the Kamalsakdi case, questioning why the perpetrator remained at large despite clear evidence and criticizing Region 4 Commander's inappropriate public statements. Tawee subsequently visited Mae To Mo Chinese Shrine in Sungai Kolok district for ceremonial worship, presenting donations for temple maintenance and public welfare activities. A shrine committee member expressed prayers for Tawee's safety and protection from ill-intentioned individuals. This visit coincided with the 40th-day anniversary of the Kamalsakdi case, creating doubt and suspicion in the Narathiwat area. Tawee's meetings with both Buddhist and ethnic Thai-Chinese communities underscored the Palang Prachachon Party's commitment as a reliable force for all religions in the southern border region during the current political turbulence.

Police commanders from Metropolitan Police Divisions 3 and 4 have issued orders transferring officers from Nimitmai and Bueng Kum police stations following a major gambling operation. On April 25, 2569, a special task force from the Public Administration Department conducted coordinated raids on two hi-lo gambling dens in the Hatyai and Seriithai areas, resulting in the arrest of over 100 suspects and the seizure of assets worth millions of baht.

Major General Prasong Anmani, commander of Division 3, issued order 162/2569 transferring four officers from Nimitmai Station to Division 3's Operations Center, including Station Commander Phararat Yoma and three other personnel.

Meanwhile, Major General Kampanart Arunkeeriroj, commander of Division 4, issued order 176/2569 on April 28 transferring five officers from Bueng Kum Station to Division 4's Operations Center, including Station Commander Sanyha Ubolwirat and four additional personnel. The transfers were issued on April 27 and April 28, 2569 respectively.

In the Thai League 2025/26 season match on May 1, 2025, 14th-place Muang Thong United faced off against BG Pathum United in a competitive battle. Both teams fought hard before settling for a 1-1 draw, with each side earning one point. The draw brought Muang Thong's total to 26 points, moving them up to 13th place and temporarily out of the relegation zone, though they have played one additional match compared to other teams. BG Pathum remains in 4th place with 49 points.

A university student has been arrested and bailed after a drunk driving incident involving a luxury BMW that rear-ended a motorcycle, resulting in the rider's death. The incident occurred around 2:00 AM on April 30, 2025, near a condominium on Bangkhan-Nong Sua Road in Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province. The deceased rider was identified as Alongkorn, 27 years old.

Police from Khlong Luang Station conducted an alcohol breath test and found the suspect's blood alcohol level at 93 milligrams percent. He was charged with drunk driving and reckless driving causing another person's death and property damage.

On May 1, 2025, investigators brought the suspect, Phumin, before Thanyaburi Provincial Court. His family submitted a bail application with collateral, and the court approved his temporary release with a bail bond set at 120,000 baht. The suspect posted the full amount in cash and has been ordered to report to court on July 27, 2025.