Thai tourist police officer nabbed for allegedly extorting night spot owners

13 Sept 08:15 Key points summarised by AI

A tourist police officer and an accomplice were arrested in Nonthaburi for allegedly extorting protection money from local pubs and bars.
The suspects reportedly demanded an initial 5,000 baht and monthly payments of 3,000-4,000 baht, promising immunity from official harassment.
Their apprehension involved a police sting operation at a shopping mall car park, leading to a chase and the discovery of marked cash from earlier extortions.
Authorities are urging any businesses approached for protection fees to report such incidents by calling 1567.

Lamphun in a New Light

Today 15:02 Key points summarised by AI

Lamphun illuminates its ancient city with two concurrent light festivals: the high-tech VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN and the traditional Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival.
VIJIT Thailand @ LAMPHUN transforms historic landmarks into an outdoor gallery, using projections and multimedia to animate Lamphun's history, including Queen Chamadevi's story.
The Hundred Thousand Lantern Festival, part of Yi Peng, fills temples and streets with countless traditional lanterns, symbolizing Buddhist devotion and personal wishes.
These festivals offer a unique after-dark experience, blending contemporary light art with centuries-old Lanna traditions, connecting visitors to Lamphun's past and faith.