The Natural Resources Department is taking action against systematic encroachment at Freedom Beach in Phuket, moving to reclaim public beach access. On May 12, Deputy Natural Resources Minister Nantchat Suphongkhun led an integrated task force including inspectors, provincial administrators, and relevant agencies to investigate land encroachment at Freedom Beach—a persistent problem spanning over a decade, acting on direct orders from Natural Resources Minister Suchart Chomklin to expedite investigations and prosecutions.

Deputy Minister Nantchat reported that in-depth investigations revealed a sophisticated, systematic encroachment pattern beginning in 2015 when individuals assumed land management roles for the original owner, later seizing control after the owner's death. A government official involved in illegally issuing land documents faced prosecution. Influential figures were subsequently brought in to expand the encroached territory and monopolize beach access by leveraging steep terrain to block public pathways, while collecting 200–300 baht per tourist under the guise of maintenance and garbage management fees. Investigators also discovered attempts to forge land title documents in the database.

Previously, under Governor Nirati Pongsittavon's direction, Phuket provincial authorities inspected the Naka Range National Forest Reserve and identified clear encroachment of approximately 57 rai, leading to 23 criminal cases filed under the Forestry and National Forest Reserve Acts—representing destruction of natural resources in a strategic area for Phuket province.

Deputy Minister Nantchat affirmed the government's commitment to preventing encroachment of forests and public beaches for personal gain, ordering relevant agencies to accelerate prosecutions, ensure thorough investigations, and swiftly bring offenders through the justice system to preserve Thailand's natural resources for current and future generations.

Nara United club president Affan Hayyiyusoh has issued a warning to fans to support the team with quality and dignity during the decisive Thai League 2 promotion playoff against Suratthani FC, urging them not to throw objects onto the pitch.

After Nara United defeated PT Suratthani FC 1-0 at home on May 9, the club secured second place from three Thai League 3 Champions League groups and advanced to the semi-finals for another matchup with Suratthani FC.

Club president Affan Hayyiyusoh recently posted to fans requesting their cooperation to support the team with quality conduct and refrain from throwing objects onto the field.

"Following the specific incident of a fan throwing a water glass onto the pitch in the previous match, Nara United received a fine of 60,000 baht. Fortunately, since we are currently in Thai League 3, we are only paying one-quarter of the penalty amount."

"However, if we advance to Thai League 2 one day, the penalties will be much more severe and carry significantly higher fines."

"The club requests the cooperation of all fans to refrain from throwing objects onto the pitch in all cases, for the image of our home team and the future of the club. If such incidents occur again, the club will take action to identify individuals and pursue legal proceedings in all cases. This is considered a rule for attending matches together. Good football starts with quality fan support."

On May 12, 2569, 24-year-old Ms. Base from Ban Muang, Ban Dung District, Udon Thani filed a complaint after being stabbed in the chest by an older acquaintance with a short knife on May 2 during a molam festival celebration at Kham Chanoei. She reported the incident to Dong Yen Police Station, but the case has not progressed.

When reporters met Ms. Base after her hospital discharge, she showed three knife wounds to her chest and one long gash from the blade. She explained that she is still experiencing chest pain and has a follow-up appointment to have stitches removed. Video footage from villagers showed her lying on the ground covered in blood before paramedics rushed her to the hospital.

Ms. Base recounted that on the evening of May 2, she went to the molam festival at Kham Chanoei around 5 PM when she was about to head home. Suddenly, a woman—the new girlfriend of her ex-husband—approached her and accused her of hiring someone to harm her. Without further words, the woman pulled out a knife and stabbed Ms. Base three times in the chest, then made one long slash across her chest. Ms. Base struggled to grab the knife and managed to wrest it away, but then collapsed and only regained consciousness at the hospital.

Ms. Base identified her attacker as 26-year-old Ms. Nook from Khamphoeng Village, who is the new girlfriend of her ex-husband, who is currently in jail. She explained that the attack stemmed from tensions and resentment between the two women over the same man.

"Nai Tai was my ex-husband, but I don't know where he went," Ms. Base said. "In January 2569, Nai Tai secretly got together with Ms. Nook. The three of us fought many times. I eventually stepped back and tried to move on, thinking it was his affair. But when I went to the molam festival at Kham Chanoei, I ran into his new girlfriend, and Ms. Nook rushed at me with a knife and almost killed me. I'm not asking for much—just justice. I want the police to arrest the person responsible and pursue charges."

Ms. Base's mother, 57-year-old Nang Nark, said she was devastated when she learned her daughter had been stabbed. The doctor initially told her to prepare for the worst, as the stab wounds were near her daughter's abdomen and heart. However, the doctor miraculously saved her daughter's life. Regarding the case, she said they filed a report but nothing seems to be progressing and they want justice.

When reporters met Ms. Nook to hear her side of the story, she claimed she encountered Ms. Base, a younger acquaintance, by chance at the molam festival. She said Ms. Base appeared drunk and was holding a knife, intending to attack her first. Ms. Nook said she wrestled the knife away and stabbed in self-defense. She acknowledged responsibility for the stabbing and attributed it to the love triangle involving their shared husband, who is now in jail. She said she wants to resolve the matter without further conflict because both women share this unusual circumstance.

When reporters facilitated a conversation between the two women, they both apologized to each other. Ms. Nook said she was sorry for what she did, while Ms. Base said she wasn't angry at her and was worried that if they went to court, it would be difficult for both. They decided not to pursue charges against each other, with Ms. Base's father planning to withdraw the report. The two forgave each other and ended the conflict, bringing their love triangle to a peaceful resolution.

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The Police Education Bureau has opened the 119th criminal investigation training curriculum to pass down the 'detective spirit' and develop next-generation investigators capable of handling today's complex crimes. On May 12, 2025, Police Lieutenant General Nithithorn Jintakananth, Commander of Police Education, presided over the opening of the criminal investigation training course at the Central Police Training Command. Police Major General Decha Kalyawudhipong, Deputy Commander of Police Education, and Police Major General Theeradej Thammasuthee, Deputy Commander of the Bangkok Metropolitan Police, participated in the opening ceremony and shared knowledge on investigative work with trainees.

The Royal Thai Police Office approved two criminal investigation training courses for fiscal year 2025: the 118th course (April 20 - August 7, 2025) and the 119th course (May 11 - August 28, 2025), to develop the capabilities and enhance the investigative skills of approximately 80 police officers.

Given that modern crime has become increasingly complex—including transnational crime, cybercrime, call center gangs, and criminal networks employing sophisticated evasion techniques—developing in-depth investigative skills is crucial for enhancing the capacity of investigators to work efficiently, keep pace with modern-era criminality, and build public confidence.

This training course emphasizes developing both theoretical and practical investigative skills by consolidating knowledge, experience, and insights from experienced and expert personnel from the Royal Thai Police Office to create 'modern-era detectives' with knowledge, meticulousness, analytical thinking, and the instincts of professional investigators.

The curriculum covers criminal behavior analysis, evidence-based investigation, investigation framing, crime scene data analysis, witness interviews and interrogation, systematic investigation planning, and modern techniques and technology for criminal investigation to enhance efficiency in solving major cases.

A key highlight is providing a platform for senior detectives and veteran investigators from major Royal Thai Police cases to share real-world experience, investigative techniques, and 'the heart of detective work,' including legendary northern investigators Police Major General Kongdej Choosei and Police Major General Preechar Thimamanteri, legendary southern investigators Police Lieutenant General Thanu Homhuon and Police Lieutenant General Wannarat Kothraksak, and professional detective Police Lieutenant General Noppasil Poolswat with extensive experience in solving major national cases, along with many other distinguished mentors sharing knowledge with trainees.

One crucial concept conveyed to trainees is: 'As long as police fear influence, how can people live together?' to instill courage, integrity, adherence to law, and performance of duty for the public within police moral and ethical standards.

Police Lieutenant General Nithithorn stated that investigation is a critical component of the justice process that enhances case resolution efficiency, builds public confidence, and elevates the Royal Thai Police investigative standards to meet increasingly complex modern crime patterns.

May 12 — Deputy Superintendent Thawat Kaew Pattana of Na Khao Sub-police Station received a report of a couple stabbing each other with severe injuries at a house in Na Khao Subdistrict, Mueang District, Udon Thani Province. He rushed to the scene with rescue personnel from Na Khao Subdistrict Municipality and Udon Thani Central Hospital.

At the scene, 39-year-old Tawee Sak was found with a stab wound to the right upper chest near the nipple. First aid was provided before he was rushed to the hospital.

The suspect, 28-year-old Rajana, the injured man's girlfriend, hid inside the house after the incident. Police took her into custody along with a pointed kitchen knife approximately one foot long, still stained with blood.

Rajana revealed that she had been dating Tawee Sak for over a year. The argument started the previous night when she took condoms her boyfriend had purchased from his wardrobe and hid them under a pillow. Her boyfriend became upset, suspecting she intended to use them with another man. They argued all night without sleeping.

Before the incident, Rajana asked her boyfriend for money to buy methamphetamine as she had none. He instead bought her white liquor for 20 baht and left for a merit-making ceremony. When he refused to unlock the house door because he was still angry about the condom incident, Rajana screamed at him in rage, grabbed a knife, and stabbed him once in the chest, causing him to collapse. She claimed she didn't intend to stab deeply because she still loved him deeply.

Police have charged Rajana with illegal possession of Category 1 drugs (methamphetamine) and assault causing harm to another person, both physical and psychological. The case will proceed according to law.