On May 14, police from Mae Ping Station in Chiang Mai, working with military personnel and relevant agencies, arrested three suspects and seized 1.8 million methamphetamine pills during a coordinated operation at Chiang Mai's third intercity bus station (Arcade) in Wat Kaet subdistrict, Muang district.

The arrests followed a report from station staff to Mae Ping police about suspicious items resembling drugs found in the baggage of three passengers. Officers immediately coordinated with inspection units and investigation teams to investigate the scene.

Upon arrival, officers identified three suspects from Trang Province—two men and one woman. They were later identified as Nattapol, 26 years old; Surasak, 43 years old; and Penmani, 23 years old.

After searching the suspects' luggage, including rolling suitcases and backpacks, officers discovered the methamphetamine pills concealed inside the bags. The drugs were seized as evidence, and all three suspects were taken into custody for legal proceedings.

Authorities are currently accelerating their investigation to identify members of the trafficking network and trace the drug distribution routes involved in this operation.

On May 14, 2025, at 10:30 AM, officers led by Police Colonel Wichai Sansukul from Samut Prakan Police Division 1, along with FDA investigators, arrested Chinawat Sungwannamsukul, 24 years old, at a residential home in Bang Kaew Subdistrict, Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan Province. The arrest followed a complaint from the FDA regarding unauthorized health product sales through a LINE account (@MCSUPPLYMED). After investigation, police discovered the account was advertising unlicensed health products. Officers went undercover to purchase items and located the operation site. With a search warrant from Samut Prakan Provincial Court, they conducted a search and found the suspect at the residence. The search yielded 36 different items totaling 300 units: 11 unregistered medical devices, 15 unregistered pharmaceutical products, and 10 registered pharmaceutical products, valued at approximately 370,000 baht. During questioning, Chinawat admitted the items were his inventory for sale through the LINE account. He was charged with selling modern medicine without authorization, selling unregistered pharmaceutical formulations, and selling medical devices without proper permits. The suspect and seized materials were transferred to Bang Kaew Police Station for further legal proceedings.

A tragic accident claimed the lives of a young man and woman who rented a motorcycle for sightseeing in Chiang Mai after encountering heavy rain while descending Doi Inthanon. At 12:20 p.m. on May 14, 2569, Chom Thong Police Station in Chiang Mai received reports of a motorcycle-pickup truck collision on a curved descent section of Doi Inthanon road at kilometer markers 22-23, resulting in fatalities and serious injuries. Officers and rescue personnel from Chom Thong Hospital, Ban Luang Subdistrict rescue, and Doi Inthanon National Park rushed to the scene. At the accident site, a female victim was found deceased while a male victim suffered critical injuries. A red Honda PCX motorcycle lay overturned with debris scattered across the roadway, while the pickup truck's front end was severely damaged. The injured male was transported to Chom Thong Hospital but succumbed to his severe injuries. Preliminary investigation determined that the deceased couple had rented the motorcycle to travel up Doi Inthanon for sightseeing. While descending the steep downhill section where the accident occurred, recent rainfall made the road slippery, causing the motorcycle to lose traction, veer off the curve, and violently collide with the pickup truck. Authorities will conduct further investigation to determine the exact cause and proceed with legal proceedings.

Director Fa (Pornthipa Supatnukul), director of Fa Hai TV station and chairman of the Giver's Joy Foundation, continues to support Buddhism and underprivileged schools despite facing attacks and legal proceedings from amulet collector groups. She and her lawyer have filed a complaint against a prominent amulet collector's Facebook page for threats and harassment that followed her decision to publicly distribute Buddhist amulets.

The 54-year-old, known by nicknames "The Saintly Fairy" and "The Knight in Shining Armor" of the amulet world, has dedicated her life to public charity and Buddhist art preservation. Her primary mission has been helping stray animals, currently caring for approximately 200 dogs along with cats, pigs, and peacocks, spending up to 200,000 baht monthly on food and medicine. She recently spent over 30,000 baht treating a stray dog with heart failure from Chonburi, believing it was the right thing to do even though the animal couldn't be saved.

Beyond animals, Director Fa supports Buddhism and disadvantaged schools through temple construction, land donations, solar panel installations, and educational scholarships. She is currently working to purchase new land to build a permanent sanctuary for her 200 dogs after the original landlord requested the property back by month's end.

Her prominence in society grew significantly after she decided in 2565 to open a treasure box containing Buddhist amulets inherited from her grandfather, a 94-year-old retired air force officer, and distribute them free to temples and the public throughout Thailand. She stated: "True Buddhism's worth lies in its spiritual benefits, not in price."

This decision brought fierce attacks from amulet traders who lost profits, leading to legal action against one collector for threats and defamation. The Police Information Center has since identified the perpetrator and the case is proceeding through the legal system.

At her residence and television station office in Lam Luka district, Pathum Thani province, Director Fa established the "Thai Buddhist Art Heritage Museum: Somdet Phra Phutthacharya (Luang Por Dhammachayo)," open free to visitors every Saturday and Sunday from 8 AM to 5 PM. Over 2,000 temples have received distributed amulets, with distribution continuing until supplies are exhausted. The facility offers free food and beverages to visitors who come with sincere devotion.

Recently, she donated 500 Buddhist amulets to Warawittharanam Temple in Trat province and Baan Klang Vippassana Temple in Bangkok for rental devotion to raise funds for religious construction projects.

The Thailand Water Sports Association, in partnership with Thai Oil and Laem Chabang Municipality, has launched the 2025 Lifesaving Initiative to reduce drowning fatalities, marking the seventh consecutive year of the program. The initiative seeks to equip youth with essential water safety skills, including floating, swimming proficiency, and survival techniques to reduce daily risks and promote safety.

The opening ceremony was led by Tanawit Tossakul, Secretary-General of the Thailand Water Sports Association, alongside Chetsadee Prongjit, Corporate Relations Manager at Thai Oil, who spoke about the company's continued support, and Deputy Mayor Santi Sritanthong, who welcomed participants and stressed the importance of preventing water accidents involving children and youth.

Historically, drowning remains a leading cause of death among Thai children under 15 years old. Most incidents occur in natural water sources including pools, dams, canals, ponds, and reservoirs. The primary causes stem from unsafe water activities or accidental falls into water bodies, combined with a lack of swimming and survival skills. Many victims were not wearing life jackets or flotation devices. This program addresses these critical gaps by teaching water survival techniques, proper rescue methods, and swimming skills.

The closing ceremony was attended by Chamri Anant, Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at Thai Oil, Deputy Mayor Santi Sirilanyang, and Major General Petcharat Limpraserit, Vice-President and Treasurer of the Thailand Water Sports Association. Certificates of achievement were presented to all program participants, recognizing their successful completion of water safety training.

This lifesaving initiative represents a significant collaborative effort to promote continuous water safety education and skill development, ultimately aiming to reduce drowning fatalities and create a sustainable culture of water safety for Thai children and youth.

Tragic Stabbing: Mental Health Patient Stops Taking Medication, Stabs Sleeping Brother Fatally. A 49-year-old man was sleeping in his room when his younger brother, who has a mental health condition and had stopped taking his medication, stabbed him in the ribs with a knife while in an altered state of mind. The injured man walked to his mother with his hand on the wound, telling her 'I've been stabbed by my brother,' before being rushed to the hospital. He ultimately died from his injuries.

On May 14, 2569, Lieutenant Colonel Kannawatch Gaewruang, an investigator at Bang Madue Police Station in Surat Thani Province, received a report of the stabbing incident that occurred at a residence in Krud Sub-district, Pun Phin District, Surat Thani Province. Police immediately went to investigate with patrol units and detectives.

At the scene inside the bedroom, police found blood. The victim, Yutthana, 49 years old, had been stabbed in the back ribs with the knife piercing his lung. He was transported to the hospital but died shortly after. The suspect is his younger brother, Ratthapon, 33 years old, who has been detained.

The mother reported that before the incident, her older son was sleeping in his room when he came out holding his wound, saying 'I've been stabbed by my brother.' She immediately took him to the hospital. The younger son had been under psychiatric care with medication and injections but had stopped taking his medicine for some time. Recently, health center staff had counseled him to resume his medication, but in the past 2-3 days, he began talking to himself and became easily irritated, which led to him fatally stabbing his older brother.

Authorities have taken Ratthapon into custody and will arrange for a psychiatric evaluation to determine appropriate legal action.