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Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized
New daily COVID-19 records each day as Thailand logs 17,669 new cases, 165 deaths Thursday
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New daily COVID-19 records each day as Thailand logs 17,669 new cases, 165 deaths Thursday
14 Sept 08:29Key points summarised by AI
Thailand reported new record highs on July 29th, logging 17,669 COVID-19 infections and 165 deaths, reflecting a consistent surge over the past fortnight.
The escalating crisis has led to a record 185,976 patients currently hospitalized, with 4,511 in severe condition and 1,001 requiring ventilators.
Bangkok remains the epicenter, contributing significantly with 3,963 cases and 58 deaths, accounting for 27.2% of all infections in the current wave.
Vaccination efforts show 13% of the population has received a first dose, while only 5.3% are fully vaccinated amidst the rising case numbers.
Suspected drug couriers killed in Phetchaburi; half a tonne of Ice seized
Yesterday 16:06Key points summarised by AI
Two suspected drug couriers were killed in a shootout with narcotics officers in Phetchaburi province.
Authorities seized approximately half a tonne of crystal methamphetamine, also known as Ice, during the operation.
The incident occurred on Tuesday night after officers tracked a network suspected of transporting large quantities of drugs to southern Thailand.
The suspects, identified as Chattharin and Rungarun, both 27, opened fire when confronted by officers, who returned fire, resulting in their deaths.