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Crime, Courts, Calamity

Bad things happen to good people; good things happen to bad people.

Stolen Diamond Surgically Removed from Chinese Woman

BANGKOK — Police extracted a stolen diamond from a Chinese tourist who swallowed the gem, officials said Monday.

Koh Tao Murders: DNA on Weapon ‘Does Not Match’ the Accused

BANGKOK — A top forensic scientist testified to the court today that DNA traces found on a garden hoe reportedly used in the murder of two British backpackers last year did not match the two defendants.

Man Apologizes for Stealing Spanish Tourist’s Bag

AYUTTHAYA — A man has been charged with theft for snatching a bag from a Spanish tourist in the historic city of Ayutthaya.

Thailand to Seek Extradition of Bombing 'Ringleader' from China

BANGKOK — Junta chairman and Prime Minister Prayuth Chan-ocha confirmed that the man suspected of directing last month’s bomb attack that killed 20 people in Bangkok is hiding in China.

Koh Tao Murders: Celebrity Scientist Takes Stand For Defense

SURAT THANI – A celebrity forensic scientist called by lawyers defending two Burmese men on murder charges said today she will present her findings today at their trial today.

Bangkok Bombing Mastermind ‘Fled to Bangladesh’

BANGKOK — The alleged mastermind behind the bomb attack that killed 20 people in Bangkok last month has fled to Bangladesh, a police official said.

‘Siam Mafia’ Punching Rampage Ends in Arrest

BANGKOK — “Do you know who I am?” a very angry man asked again and again in videos filmed of him harassing people throughout Bangkok.

Authorities Weigh Military Trial for Bombing Suspect

BANGKOK — Authorities have yet to decide whether the chief suspect in last month’s Bangkok bomb attack should stand trial in a civilian or martial court.

Bombing Suspect Led Through 2-Day 'Re-enactment' (PHOTOS)

BANGKOK — In body armor, wrist straps and a bright yellow T-shirt, Erawan Shrine bombing suspect Yusufu Mieraili was escorted by a phalanx of police, military and media to locations throughout the Thai capital on Tuesday afternoon and Wednesday morning to participate in a “re-enactment” of his alleged crimes.

Chonburi Man Breaks Into Woman’s Room, Claims to Be Friend of God

CHONBURI — A crazed, knife-wielding man broke into a stranger’s condominium room in South Pattaya early this morning, only to lock himself in the restroom and tell police he’s a friend of God.

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