Koh Samui– Thai authorities have arrested two British nationals accused of serious financial crimes and robbery in their home country. The suspects had been allegedly evading legal action while operating multiple businesses in Koh Samui under nominee arrangements. The Surat Thani Immigration told the Phuket Express that Mr. Kieren, 38, was apprehended near a pier […]

British Fugitives Arrested on Samui Island for Fraud and Robbery Charges and Allegedly Using Nominees for Businesses
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PATTAYA, Thailand – On May 23rd, 2025, at 8:06 PM, a joint task force comprising Chonburi Provincial Administrative officials, Banglamung District officials, and Pattaya City Police conducted random inspections of entertainment venues in Pattaya to prevent illegal activities, including underage access, drug use, and possession of firearms. The operation was led by Acting Lt. Cholthit […]

Joint Operation Inspects Entertainment Venues in Pattaya to Curb Youth Access, Drugs, and Firearms
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Divorce in Thailand can be fast, fair, and straightforward—or it can become a legal nightmare if you don’t know the rules. From property disputes to child custody and international complications, the process is rarely as simple as it seems. Don’t Go It Alone. At Anglo Siam Legal, we specialize in helping foreigners navigate Thailand’s legal […]

Legal Corner: Divorcing a Thai Spouse? Know This BEFORE You File!
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Phuket– The Appeal Court Region 8 has overturned a lower court ruling, sentencing Swiss national David, the owner of an elephant camp in Phuket, to one month in prison without suspension. The case, which has garnered widespread attention, stems from an incident in February 2024, in which David was accused of physically assaulting Dr. Taradaw […]

UPDATE: Swiss Man Sentenced to One Month in Prison for Assaulting Thai Doctor in Phuket
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Pattaya, Thailand – A resolution has been achieved in a dispute involving a private educational institution in Nongprue, following allegations of issuing fake diplomas and fraudulent receipts. The issue, which affected 19 students, was addressed in a meeting chaired by Banglamung District Chief Patcharapat Sritanyanon, alongside Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Phongsawat Wongwan of Nongprue […]

Resolution Reached in Pattaya Education Scandal Involving Allegedly Fake Diplomas
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Bangkok, Thailand – On May 20th, 2025, Premchai Karnasuta, the 71-year-old former chairman of Italian-Thai Development Plc, was transferred from the medical unit at Bangkok Remand Prison to the Corrections Department Hospital due to deteriorating health conditions. This move follows his recent arrest in connection with the catastrophic collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) […]

Premchai Karnasuta Transferred from Prison Hospital to Corrections Hospital Amid Health Concerns, Social Media Has Mixed Opinions
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BANGKOK, May 20th, 2025 — The Supreme Court of Thailand has sentenced renowned rock musician Sek Loso, whose real name is Seksan Sukpimai, to two years, twelve months, and twenty days in prison. The ruling, announced today, stems from a 2017 case involving drug-related charges and obstructing arrest. The verdict concludes a high-profile legal battle […]

Thai Rock Star Sek Loso Sentenced to Almost Three Years in Prison by Supreme Court For 2017 Case
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Bangkok, Thailand – May 17th, 2025: Premchai Karnasuta, the 71-year-old chairman of Italian-Thai Development Plc, has been transferred to a prison hospital shortly after his arrest in connection with the catastrophic collapse of the State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok. The 33-storey skyscraper, under construction by the ITD-CREC joint venture, crumbled during a high […]

Construction Tycoon Premchai Transferred to Prison Hospital Following Arrest in Bangkok Building Collapse Case
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Bangkok, May 16th, 2025 – Thai authorities have arrested fifteen individuals, including construction tycoon Premchai Karnasuta, in connection with the collapse of a 33-story skyscraper under construction in Bangkok, which killed 92 workers and left seven unaccounted for after a high magnitude earthquake struck in Myanmar on March 28th, 2025. All fifteen suspects, arrested on […]

Fifteen Suspects Arrested and Denied Bail in Bangkok Building Collapse Case
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BANGKOK, May 16th, 2025 — A Thai court has issued arrest warrants for 17 people implicated in the catastrophic collapse of a 33-storey State Audit Office (SAO) building in Bangkok, which killed at least 89 workers and left seven missing following a major magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on March 28th, 2025. The disaster, one of […]

Arrest Warrants Issued for 17 People in Bangkok Skyscraper Collapse Case
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