166 new COVID-19 cases in Thailand on Sunday

21 Sept 00:31 Key points summarised by AI

Thailand registered 166 new COVID-19 cases, comprising 138 local transmissions and 28 imported infections.
Pathum Thani emerged as a new hotspot, reporting 67 new cases from proactive market screenings, surpassing Samut Sakhon's 11 cases from similar efforts.
Intensive screening at Pathum Thani's Pornpat and Suchart markets has identified 173 infections, leading to temporary closures for thorough cleaning and safety enhancements.
Samut Sakhon added 44 new cases, mainly from quarantined individuals, contributing to a provincial total of 15,668 infections since mid-December.

Six injured after car smashes into On Nut shopping mall

Yesterday 22:44 Key points summarised by AI

A 67-year-old woman drove her car through the glass frontage of a Bangkok shopping mall, injuring six people, including a six-year-old girl.
The driver claimed she accidentally pressed the accelerator instead of the brake after being startled, causing the vehicle to surge forward.
She apologized to the victims, promising insurance coverage and additional financial aid, while police continue to gather statements before filing charges.