Thai police close Koh Tao alleged rape case due to lack of evidence

15 Sept 04:58 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police officially closed the investigation into a British backpacker's alleged rape and robbery on Koh Tao, citing a "lack of credible evidence."
Despite extensive searches and questioning of the alleged victim in Britain, investigators found no evidence, witnesses, or useful information to support the claim.
Police will not pursue legal action against the alleged victim for false information, attributing her inability to provide details to confusion rather than malicious intent.

Chinese businesswoman wanted over alleged fraud arrested in Bangkok

Today 16:52 Key points summarised by AI

Thai police arrested Ms. Woo, a Chinese businesswoman, in Bangkok, who was wanted by Chinese authorities for alleged customs law violations.
She is accused of defrauding the Chinese state of approximately 500 million baht through a fabric import-export company by falsifying documents, claiming illicit tax refunds, and destroying company seals.