Pattaya Night & Day: August 2012

Friday, August 31, 2012

Checkpoint Manned by Banglamung Police - Pattaya People

The Banglamung Police led by Pol. Capt. Teerapong Ong-add set a checkpoint on the Railway Bypass Road at the Nongyai intersection, to monitor, prevent, and suppress illegal activities. 7 offenders were apprehended for unlawfully modified motorcycles and/ or motorcycles with no ownership documents.
Most of the illegal modifications were done at the bike’s exhaust pipe for racing purposes, so the officers impounded the evidence for further legal proceedings.
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Pattaya City Guide

Pattaya is located about 160 kilometers southeast of Bangkok, roughly 1 1/2 hours drive. The city of Pattaya is a self governing municipal area which covers the whole tambon Nong Prue (Nongprue) and Na Kluea (Naklua) and parts of Huai Yai and Nong Pla Lai. We show you all the ins and outs.

Pattaya Attractions Directory & Guide

Pattaya's relaxing tropical ambience is synonymous with every ingredient for memorable holidays. Many theme and amusement parks, offbeat museums and lush botanical gardens offer numerous forms of leisure activities and cultural entertainment for all family members.

Pattaya Beach

The Beaches around Pattaya can be split into 4 major areas, The Islands, Naklua & Wong Amat Beach, Pattaya Beaches, and Jomtien Beach. We take you to all of them t show you what they have to offer.

Pattaya Dentists Guide

Pattaya has many dentists that are set up to deal with the influx of foreigners who come to Thailand to holiday and have their teeth done at the same time. Many dentists in Pattaya have spent time in colleges . . . but be aware that choosing a dentist in pattaya is not as easy as you think. Let us give you the options.

Pattaya General info & Shopping Guide

Pattaya is all about Fun, Fun, Fun. BUT beware of the darker side as well. Read this guide and you will be well equipped to handle the biggest downfalls and have the time of your life. Pattaya is an internationally renown seaside resort. Pattaya is a vibrant city night and day. it's population is a colorful potpourri of mixed nationalities from far and wide. A vast range of travell-related activities await the pleasure of . .

Pattaya Doctors Guide

Many of the top doctors and nurses in the hospitals in Pattaya can speak good English and are highly skilled.
There are many small clinics in Pattaya and . . . We give you all the details of how to choose a good doctor in Pattaya.

Pattaya Girls Info

Pattaya girls are one of the biggest, if not the biggest, reasons why people come here for their holiday. There are nice looking beaches, there is fantastic weather, there is yummie thai food but it is the girls that really put Pattaya ahead from all the rest. We show you were to find them and which ones to stay away from. THE definite guide to Girls in Pattaya.

Pattaya Golfing Directory and Guide

For many years, Pattaya has been regarded as one of the best golfing locations in Thailand. You will be spoilt for choice here as there are many top quality courses that you can play. Pleanty of courses . . . will present unique challenges for both the novice and experienced golfer. Let us give us the details, ratings and prices of all the golf courses in Pattaya and much more.

Expat Killed While Walking His Dog - Pattaya People

Right after midnight on Tuesday, the Pattaya Police Investigating Inspector Pol. Lt. Col. Songkram Pan-iam were summoned to investigate an Attempted Murder, after a tourist was stabbed in the middle of Soi Diana, between Soi Buakhao and Pattaya’s Second Road.

The police, Police Volunteers and the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team immediately approached the scene, a beer bar area. A tourist, identified as Mr. Robert Hollick, aged 43 from New Zealand, wearing only a pair of sport shorts and some tattoos, was lying unconscious on the floor. The man was covered in blood and barely breathing, as he had been slashed many times upon his neck, hands and arms.

The Sawang Boriboon took Mr. Robert to Pattaya Memorial Hospital immediately, while the police investigated the incident, but the unfortunate man died shortly after.

Many good Samaritans and taxi motorcycle drivers managed to apprehend the couple who committed this crime - Mr. Andy Ringvall, aged 40 from Sweden and his Thai partner Miss Dao Pon-u-sa, aged 26. Both were very drunk.

Miss Dao claimed they have been together for 5 years and just moved to Pattaya from Koh Samui. The deadly duo were drinking in a bar before the incident happened. Miss Dao further alleged that Robert started the argument first, and began attacking Andy. So, Andy pulled out the cooking knife he always carries for protection, and started stabbing Robert to stop his harassment.

The Housekeeper of the Beer Bar, Mrs. Supi-sapa Wetsuwan, aged 47 stated that Robert was a frequent customer of this bar. Andy and Dao were sitting, drinking at the bar, when Robert, who was walking his dog, a Pug, passed them and stopped to offer Andy sex with his dog. That infuriated Andy, who cursed at Robert, and they both began to argue. Nearby people jumped in, and helped to end the argument; then both sides scattered.

A while later, Andy and Dao returned to the beer bar, trying to locate Robert, but no one said a word. Meanwhile Robert foolishly walked his dog back past the beer bar. Andy saw him and without hesitating, Andy jumped on Robert and slashed him numerous times. Both Andy and Dao were charged with the murder of Robert, and were taken for legal proceedings.

Thursday, August 30, 2012

Drug Trafficker Slams Police Volunteer - Pattaya People

On Tuesday at 1 am, the Banglamung Police In charge of Nongprue Sub-station Pol. Capt. Wacharachai Muayman led a team of police and police volunteers to patrolled an area in Nongprue to prevent and suppress crimes. when the police passed Fah Mi Add Gun Villas, a man was spotted driving a motorcycle who seemed suspicious, so the police signaled him to stop for searching. The police found 2 bags of 399 Yah Bah tablets under the seat of Mr. Weera Chaikaam, aged 22 from Naklua.

Mr. Weera was arrested, and the police and volunteers surrounded him, but before the police completed the arrest, Mr. Weera decided to slam his body against an elderly police volunteer Mr. Witid Tongbai, aged 64, which opened the thug’s way to flee the scene.

Mr. Witid received a dislocated shoulder and was taken to Bangkok Hospital Pattaya for treatment. The rest of the team searched for Weera, with over 50 officers, volunteers and even the rescue team. Their search covered over 5 Rais of land around the area; but all their effort was in vain. Further inquiries will be made.

Six Druggies and Pot Bong Corralled - Pattaya People

On Tuesday afternoon, the Pattaya Police led by Pol. Lt. Wisanu Chaisuwan set a checkpoint at the top of Soi Kor Pai 6, to prevent and suppress illegal activities. A man, Mr. Somporn Jor-sun-torn, aged 27 from Trad province, was stopped for searching while riding his motorcycle past the checkpoint, as he was acting suspiciously.

The police found compressed Marijuana in a small bag and a bamboo bong, so no further investigation was needed, as the evidence proved his taste for drugs, , therefore Mr. Somporn was arrested.

Mr. Somporn revealed the names of his associates, including some Jet ski boys, to the police, while being taken for legal proceedings, along with the 6 other drug users also arrested at the checkpoint.

Wednesday, August 29, 2012

LPG Price to Increase Incrementally - Pattaya People

On Tuesday, the Director of the Office of Petroleum and Petro- Chemical Planning, under Ministry of Energy, Mr. Suchalee Sumamaan publicized that the price of LPG, liquid petroleum gas, or propane, will certainly increase shortly. The government needs to stop subsidizing this type of gas, as it affects the other gasoline markets, and the government has spent over 100,000 million baht supporting the LPG price since 2008. Now, the Gasoline Fund is carrying a debit of some 15,000 million baht.

Since the previous government started supporting LPG, the price in Thailand has been a lot lower than neighboring countries. Reports have shown rampant smuggling of cheaper LPG supplies for resale in Thailand’s neighboring countries. In addition, the consumers of other types of gas have had to pay higher prices, unaware that the government boosted the prices of other types of gas to cover the LPG subsidy.

The estimated incremental increase of the price of LPG will be 75 stangs per month. This will result in a gradual increase in the LPG price, to help avoid sticker shock for Thai residents.

Marching Bands and Drum Lines Competition - Pattaya People

On Wednesday afternoon, at the junction of Pattaya Beach Road and Central, the Chief of the Athletic Department Mrs. Saengjaan Worasuman oversaw the grand opening of the 31st Marching Band and Drum Line Competition. This latest contest of 2012 is to continue encouraging the students who love marching bands to show off their talents. With harmony and lots of practice, these budding musicians can be the best in the region, and represent the eastern seaboard at the higher levels of competition.
Many schools signed up for the contest, and the competition was fierce. All the contenders used their best teamwork, techniques and creativity to be in harmony with the aim of the government, which is to make Thailand a Worldwide and Regional Sports Center, a part of the promotion campaign “Miracle Year of Amazing Thailand”.

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Anti-Narcotics Program of Pattaya City Hall - Pattaya People

On Wednesday at Pattaya City Hall, Deputy Mayor Mr. Ronagit Ekasing opened the Anti-Narcotics Training Program 2012. The program was formulated to educate 146 attendees from Pattaya City Hall, the police and the Thappraya 2310 Civilian Volunteers. The lecture updated everyone on the current state of narcotics and drug trafficking, and the Instructor who gave this lecture was an expert from the Narcotics Preventing and Suppressing Office Region 2 Mr. Natawut Piamdee. The talk emphasized unity and team work, to be able to resolve the narcotics problem, and the training was considered very successful.

Police Investigate Robbery at Guesthouse - Pattaya People

Pattaya police were notified in the early hours of Saturday morning that a robbery had occurred at a guesthouse on Second Road in South Pattaya. Officers went along to investigate and found Mrs. Todsaporn in a very frightened state. The 31 year old woman stated that two masked men in their 20s broke into her room as she was sleeping. Waking up screaming she was suddenly attacked by one of the thugs threatening her with a knife. Fortunately she was only tied up as she watched them ransack her room leaving with a notebook, her mobile phone, a camera and 1,000 baht. A report was made and a full investigation is now underway.
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012

Rotary Fellowship - Pattaya People

A full house of Rotarians and friends attended an enjoyable Fellowship Party on Monday 20 August, at the Town-in-Town Hotel on Central Pattaya Road. The District Governor of Rotary District 3340 Khun Thatree Leetheraprasert, from Srisaket, made his official visit to the Rotary Club of Pattaya, the club hosting the fellowship party. Awards were presented to members of the club who had performed special services to the community in the past year, and Mr. Tony Oakes, the president of the Pattaya Sports Club, attended the function to present 100,000 baht towards the Youths Table Tennis Championships.

The ping-pong playoffs will take place in October, with the Pattaya Sports Club and the Rotary Club of Pattaya joint organizing partners. Sister Club agreements were signed between the Rotary Club of Pattaya, which is the oldest Rotary club in Pattaya and celebrating its 40 th. Anniversary this year, and the Rotary Clubs of Sattahip and Ploenchit (Bangkok). We congratulate the Rotary Club of Pattaya on their anniversary, and commend their valuable service and support to the needy in our community.

Seminar at A-One Royal Cruise Hotel on Border Liaison Offices - Pattaya People

Representatives from the Narcotics Suppression Office Region 2, met up with official counterparts from the Cambodian border anti narcotics department on Thursday morning at the A-One Royal Cruise Hotel on Pattaya Beach Road. The officials representing the Eastern Seaboard and Cambodian border held a meeting to discuss how to cooperate with each other to found a Border Liaison Office at each post to suppress drug smuggling along these border crossings between the two countries.

Accident Involving Police Van and Truck - Pattaya People

Police were notified by the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team on Thursday evening that a truck had overturned after a collision involving a police van on Sukhumvit Road in the Jomtien area. At the scene, the driver of the truck was being given treatment for a minor injury. The other victim, a police officer from Panatikom police station, had already been sent to Bangkok Hospital Pattaya with serious head wounds. Before being taken to hospital the driver of the truck Mr. Apiwat, stated that as he was going home to Sattahip the police pickup suddenly came up behind and hit the rear of his truck, causing both to lose control and turn over on this busy stretch of road. A report was made and a full investigation is now underway.
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Monday, August 27, 2012

Terror Incident in Guesthouse Lift - Pattaya People

It was like a scene from a Hollywood drama when on Wednesday evening the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team received a distress call that a man was reported to be stuck in a guesthouse lift. A few officers went along to the 5 storey building in Soi 13, Jomtien to discover the Thai man in his 60s had been trapped on the 3rd floor for over an hour. Immediately, the team got into action and within minutes prised open the door for the man to breathe and receive some water. After his rescue, Mr. Tammawong stated that as he was descending from the 5th floor the lights went out and the lift started shaking before coming to a sudden stop. Fortunately, people outside on the 3rd floor heard his shouts for help and contacted the Sawang Boriboon. It seems that everyone will now have to use the stairs as the out of service lift is being investigated.

Road Checkpoint in Central Pattaya - Pattaya People

Pattaya police set up one of their regular road checkpoints in Central Pattaya on Wednesday evening. This time it was on Soi Nokkao. The aim as always was to crackdown on criminal and drug related incidents. On this occasion, 9 women and 3 men were taken back to the police station after failing initial on the spot drug tests. They will be detained until official results come back from Banglamung hospital for them to be arrested or released.

Seminar for Community Cooperation in Banglamung - Pattaya People

Banglamung District Administration Office held a seminar at Alcazar Cabaret Theatre on Thursday morning on the subject of drugs. Attending were community leaders from 47 villages under the jurisdiction of Banglamung district. The aim of the talk was to get more positive cooperation from these communities to help police crackdown on crime and drug trafficking in their areas.

Sunday, August 26, 2012

Road Safety Campaign in Banglamung - Pattaya People

Banglamung police set up one of their regular road checkpoints on Thursday afternoon on the flyover road near the railway line. On this occasion, officers were out not to catch drug addicts but to campaign about safety on the roads and to raise awareness especially of people riding motorcycles to always wear a safety helmet in case they get involved in an unfortunate accident.

11th Takraw Pattaya Cup Tournament - Pattaya People

Representatives from the Tourism Department at Pattaya City Hall announced at the Royal Garden Plaza on Beach Road about the 11th Takraw Pattaya Cup Tournament. This annual international sporting ball game, which is very popular in Thailand, will be held next weekend at the Indoor Sports Stadium in Jomtien.

Saturday, August 25, 2012

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Thailand News: Ethically Correct...

Thailand's Daily News newspaper has reported the alarming news of the latest move by the Thai TV censor to improve the country's notorious soap operas.

Thais and even some foreigners who have been here long enough know how many of these popular TV melodramas are committed to over-dramatisation and stereotyping of characters.

Jealousy, class discrimination, chauvinism, exaltation of wealth and power, violence, typecasting and reinforcement of prejudices against people like housemaids, ethnic minorities and transvestites prevail in these television series. In recurring soap storylines, protagonists often can't seem to do anything wrong even when they commit some wrongs.

Daily News quoted Supinya Klangnarong, a member of the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), as saying guidelines will be issued to TV and radio producers addressing the negative aspects of Thai soaps in the hope that the industry can regulate itself. While such a code of ethics will be non-binding, a warning will have been given and the future granting or renewal of permits by the NBTC to produce TV and radio content will be conditional on a review of soap-opera content, she said.

Supinya, who chairs the committee for the promotion of self-regulation, was quoted as saying that she is aware that Thai soap operas are like sweets.

The more you eat the more delicious they become. But if you eat them everyday you will become fat. So

Thief Caught Stealing from Apartment Block - Pattaya People

Banglamung police was called out on Thursday evening to investigate a burglary at a rented house on Sukhumvit Road. At the block of apartments officers were told that a Thai man had broken into a room on the third floor and took all the valuables inside. However, the owner of the building was downstairs and got suspicious when he saw the stranger hurriedly trying to leave with a bag. He approached the man who quickly ran away towards a parked motorcycle. The owner gave chase and the man in panic dropped the bag and ran away. The Officer radioed information about the thief as he checked the bag which contained two notebooks and some jewelry. Then 30 minutes later the officer was informed that a man fitting the description of the thief was seen in the grounds of a nearby temple. More officers were sent to the temple and arrested the suspect who was taken back to the police station where the owner of the apartments was waiting to confirm that he was indeed the man who he chased. As the suspect had no I
D, and refused to cooperate, he was detained for further investigation.
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Friday, August 24, 2012

Thailand News: Shakespeare Lives...

Thailand's Daily News newspaper has reported the alarming news of the latest move by the Thai TV censor to improve the country's notorious soap operas.

Thais and even some foreigners who have been here long enough know how many of these popular TV melodramas are committed to over-dramatisation and stereotyping of characters.

Supinya, who chairs the committee for the promotion of self-regulation, was quoted as saying that she is aware that Thai soap operas are like sweets.

The more you eat the more delicious they become. But if you eat them everyday you will become fat. So

Nightlife News: New Bee Bar Owners...

Taxes for liquor and cigarettes were increased yesterday, with government officials projecting the tax hikes will generate an additional 12 billion baht in revenue for the state each year.

The boost in excise taxes for liquor and cigarettes is also expected to reduce consumption by increasing consumer prices.

Cabinet members approved an increase in taxes for white spirits to 150 baht per litre of 100% alcohol content, up from 120 baht previously. For blended spirits, the tax was increased to 350 baht per litre of 100% alcohol content, up from 300 baht previously.

Cigarette excise taxes, meanwhile, were increased to 87%, up from 85% previously.

Officials estimate that store prices for Marlboro cigarettes should increase by eight baht per pack, six baht for Mild Seven cigarettes and six baht for Krong Thip cigarettes.

Benja Louichareon, director-general of the Excise Department said that the tax hikes were relatively limited as many rates already were at or near the ceiling permitted under the law. Sharp increases could result in more smuggling or tax evasion, she said, adding the Excise Department favoured an overhaul of the entire excise tax structure to allow current rate ceilings to be increased.

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Wednesday, August 22, 2012

Thailand News: Taxing Times...

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Results for Pattaya Cup Youth Volleyball 2012 - Pattaya People

The second Pattaya Cup Youth Volleyball ended for this season on Tuesday at Pattaya School No. 7. For the Male Youths Volleyball Under 16 Category, the victory went to Pattaya School No. 7, vanquishing Wang Nam Yen School in 3 sets by scoring 25:18, 26:24 and 25:19.

The Male Youths Volleyball Under 14 win went to Wang Nam Yen School, beating Pattaya School No. 7 in 2 sets, with the scoreboard reading 15:25 and 19:25. The winning teams received trophies and 10,000 Baht, and will be in training for the advanced levels of competition, to represent our region in Volleyball games.

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Druggie Arrested Trying to Flee Checkpoint - Pattaya People

On Tuesday morning, the Sriracha Police set a checkpoint to monitor for crimes and narcotics at the Kor Loy Watch Tower. A man driving a black-white Honda Wave 110 without a license was spotted hesitating to approach the checkpoint, and then suddenly deciding to turn around and speed up to get away.

Due to his excessive and sudden velocity, the man crashed into an Isuzu pickup which was parked on the side of the road. He spilled his bike, and then was arrested. 6 Yah Bah tablets were found on Mr. Petcharat Derm-ta-na-pong-sa-torn, aged 28, who already had a criminal record for Drug Possession and was on bail.Petcharat confessed to possessing Yah Bah for personal use, and was sent for legal proceedings. There will definitely be no bail on offer after this 2nd arrest.

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First Korpai Cup Football Tournament - Pattaya People

Korpai residents, especially the kids, had something to look forward to, when the 1st Korpai Cup Football Tournament was held on Tuesday afternoon. The match was between Tragoon Leng VS Sasemi on the artificial grass field Palladium located behind the Banglamung Land Office. Many folks showed up to cheer on both teams, on a beautiful afternoon.

This was a 7-player-game, and the 1st Half, ended with a 0:0 score. In the 2nd Half, Tragoon Leng made their 1st goal at the 58th Minute from a Penalty Kick of Player No. 7.

The Sasemi team tried valiantly to score a goal throughout the 2nd Half, but the Tragoon Leng footballers stood sturdy, with better skills. The game concluded with Sasemi unable to score, so Tragoon Leng won handily by 1 to 0 over Sasemi.

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Planting 984 Million Trees by 2017 - Pattaya People

On Tuesday at the Panawan Villas Public Park in Nongkaam, Sriracha, over 100 people gathered to continue with the Tree Planting Project. The people were directed by naval officers and the representatives from Green Country Foundation, to work on the target of planting 984 million trees by the year 2017. These new trees will cover 10 million Rais throughout the country. Each province in Thailand is tasked with planting 1,600,000 trees per year. 10 provinces have started participating in this project, aiming for better natural surroundings, and in honor HM the Queen on the occasion of her 80th Birthday.

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Triple Champ of World's Youth Badminton Visits Pattaya - Pattaya People

The one and only World’s Youth Badminton Champ for three seasons straight, who is also a Thai teenager, Miss May – Ratchanok Intanon led 30 friends and family members for a visit to Pattaya during the past weekend for practicing and and a bit of holiday. The group stayed at The Zine Hotel located on Soi Naklua 12.
Miss May, who also won a Silver Medal at the previous Olympics, visited the Cat Sports Club Badminton Field for practice, with a lot of fans who gathered to cheer and support her. She kindly greeted her fans, posed for photos and stated that she had to change her plan from visiting Hua-Hin to Pattaya, as there was no room in any of Hua Hin’s hotels for a big group of 30 persons. Miss May also said that she was very pleased she decided to vacation in Pattaya, as she enjoyed the city and atmosphere very much.

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Evacuation Seminar at Laem Chabang - Pattaya People

On Wednesday at the Fire Prevention Center located in Laem Chabang Port, the Deputy Mayor of Laem Chabang Mr. Sukoom Indaeng opened a Training session. The seminar instructed the officials from relevant authorities on evacuation procedures, and the proper techniques for dealing with leaks of Chemical and other Dangerous Substances. The lecture was pursuant to the policies of the Prime Minister and the Minister of the Interior.

A full training program will be held on August 28th, 2012 at the same location. This program will add instructions on how to create acceptable living conditions for people who need to move to government evacuee camps.

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Swearing to Stay Drug Free at Potisampan School - Pattaya People

On Wednesday afternoon at Potisampan School, in Naklua, the Principal Mr. Wisanu Pasomsab conducted a day for students to pledge to remain drug free, get smart with the new technologies, and to create a great future for their communities and families. The students attended lectures about the dangers of narcotics, telling them to be aware of the traps used by drug traffickers. This activity day was considered very successful, as the students took their oaths with the full intention of staying totally drug free in the future.

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Centara Grand Mirage's Concern for Elders and Orphans - Pattaya People

As National Mother’s Day has just been celebrated, most mothers in the country have enjoyed memorable and valuable times with their children. However, many elders and orphans might have been forgotten. So, on Wednesday, the Management of the Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, led by its General manager Mr. Andre Brulhart, hosted a Mother’s Day Celebration for the elders from the Banglamung Elderly Home and the orphans from Father Ray Foundation.

Jasmine Flower Bouquets were presented to the elders, and blessings were given to the youngsters. This activity was held to honor mothers everywhere and HM the Queen on her 80th Birthday. Many games were played with the kids and the staff, and the hotel employees had a great time with the energetic children. The seniors at the Banglamung Elderly Home received the flowers from Mr. Andre, who traveled up to the home in person, to pay his respect to all the seniors.

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Phone Snatcher Nabbed in Laem Chabang - Pattaya People

A press conference was held on Wednesday at the Laem Chabang Police Station by its Superintendent Pol. Col. Sak-ra-pee Piao-pa-nit to announce the arrest of Mrs. Pornsuree Sare-taang, aged 39 from Baan Beung, Chonburi. She has been charged with many counts of theft of mobile phones and other properties. Many shop and store owners in Sriracha had complained to the officials that a woman, aged 35-40, would come in the store and pretend to shop, and when the owners looked away, the woman vanished with their belongings and / or their mobile phones.

After the police investigated, they found that Mrs. Pornsuree was a clear suspect for these crimes. She was apprehended at her home in Baan Beung, and legal proceedings followed the press conference.

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Hoteliers Twenty-second Annual Playoffs - Pattaya People

A Press Conference on Wednesday afternoon at Dusit Thani Resort Pattaya by Thai Hotel Association Eastern Chapter, announced the upcoming 22nd Hoteliers Sports Games 2012. The Sports Event Chairman Mr. Nopadol Buatong stated that it will be held on September 5th, 2012 at Pattaya Schools No. 7 and 8.

The objectives of the games are to build strong bonds between hotel management staff in Eastern Thailand and to encourage all employees to stay drug free. The contests will be in Men’s Football, Men’s Volleyball, Women’s Volleyball and a Cheer Leader Competition, and yes, it’s that time of year that the hotel staff have been waiting for. The Grand Opening for the games to begin will be conducted in the afternoon of September 13th at Pattaya School No. 7.

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Introducing The Chezz Condominiums - Pattaya People

The launch of a new condominium project right in the heart of Pattaya was held on Thursday afternoon at the sales office of The Chezz. This modern luxury 169 unit construction by Paendin Tong Limited in cooperation with Krungsri Bank, will be built on 1.5 rai of land in Soi Umee near Big C Extra on Central Road.

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Drug Traffickers Arrested in Nongkam - Pattaya People

Nongkam police announced on Thursday morning the arrest of three drug traffickers. The two men and a woman were caught at a local industrial estate with 2,000 yaba tablets and 26 grams of yaba powder, plus a number of weapons. They are now cooperating with police to trace their suppliers and clients in the area.

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Crackdown on Drug Trafficking in South Pattaya - Pattaya People

Police set up one of their regular road checkpoints in the early hours of Friday morning, this time along Soi Buakhao. A total of 10 people, 8 women, 3 men and one ladyboy were taken back to the police station to be questioned and face charges after failing drug tests and/or carrying drugs.

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Disturbed Man on Electricity Pylon Incident - Pattaya People

Banglamung police were called by the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team in the early hours of Friday to deal with a man who had climbed an electricity pylon in Nongplalai and they believed he would jump. At the scene, the team came across 32 year old Mr. Wijit who seemed to be going through an anxiety attack. He was shouting and muttering to himself oblivious to all around. After failing to get his attention police was given the phone number of the man’s girlfriend. After 30 minutes the woman arrived and she talked him down from the pylon. Police released him after he apologized and his girlfriend stated that he had a mental problem and was undergoing medical treatment at a local hospital.

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Remembering Father Ray Brennan - Pattaya People

On Thursday evening at St Nikolaus Church on Sukhumvit Road, a memorial service was held for one of Pattaya’s legendary figures, Father Ray Brennan. People gathered to celebrate the 9th anniversary of Father Ray’s death on 16th August, 2003. Father Ray dedicated his life to saving and looking after underprivileged children, orphans and people with disabilities. His motto was never to turn a needy child away. Over the years many schools were set up by Father Ray such as the Blind School in Naklua and the Redemptorist School for People with Disabilities on Sukhumvit Road. Today, the Father Ray Foundation carries on his work with Children’s Home and Children’s Village, by helping thousands of children and teenagers to achieve a positive way of life.

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Announcing Next Jesters Care For Kids Fair - Pattaya People

A press conference was held on Thursday morning at the Diana Garden Resort in North Pattaya, to announce the date for the annual Jesters Care For Kids Children’s Fair. This very popular charity event to raise money for underprivileged children and people with disabilities will be held on Sunday, 9th September in the grounds of the Diana Garden Resort. As usual there will be lots of booths for local businesses to sell their products, plus of course food stalls, rides and games and competitions for everyone to have a great day out.

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Security Guard Snaps at Local Disco - Pattaya People

Pattaya police got involved in a fighting spat at a disco in South Pattaya in the early hours of Friday morning. At the Leelanee disco on Soi 16, officers came across Miss Petroong who had apparently been slapped in the face by one of the security guards. The accused, Mr. Chaiya aged 27, stated that the woman was very rude to him when she refused to cooperate in a bag search before entering the disco. When told that the 40 year old woman was 4 months pregnant, he stated that he was not aware, and if she was pregnant, why was she spending her time drinking and staying out late at discos. They were all taken back to the police station for further investigation.

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Police Officers Promoted to Higher Ranks - Pattaya People

Families and friends of 7 officers attended a rank promotion ceremony held on Thursday morning at Laem Chabang Police Station. The 7 officers had just passed their evaluation tests and were promoted to higher ranks within the police force. After the ceremony, a routine meeting got underway to discuss local crime prevention and suppressing drug trafficking in the area.

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Drunken Driver Causes Death of Pedestrian - Pattaya People

Banglamung police received a report in the early hours of Saturday morning about a fatal road accident that had occurred on nearby Sukhumvit Road. At the scene 54 year old Mr. Banlue was being given first aid before he was sent to nearby Banglamung hospital. Officers also found the body of a Thai woman, later identified as Mrs. Rianki aged 63. About 50 meters away was a damaged Honda City car with its driver 27 year old Mr. Thepwat and his girlfriend in a very drunken state. He claimed that a motorcycle cut in front of his car causing him to lose control and swerve onto the pathway where he hit the two victims. Both were taken back to the police station for a breathalyzer test and subsequent serious charges.

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Electric Companies Convention at Royal Cliff Beach Resort - Pattaya People

A convention was held by the Provincial Electricity Authority and the Thai Electric and Mechanical Contractors Association at the Royal Cliff Beach Resort on the morning of the 17th August. Local industrial operators attended to view the latest technology and services offered by the companies in readiness for Thailand’s entry into the new open policies of the ASEAN communities similar to the European Union.

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Buffalo Racing in Nongprue - Pattaya People

Over the past weekend, Nongprue Municipality held its annual Buffalo Racing Festival, one of the most energetic and traditional of Thai contests. In cooperation with the Chonburi Administration Office, Pattaya City Hall, Pong Municipality, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, Pattaya Region, the Culture Council of Nongprue and Banglamung continued their time-honored Buffalo Racing at Mabprachan Reservoir. The beautiful but enormous beasts raced across the fields, vying for the top prizes, and everyone made sure to stay out of their way. The water buffalo pairs had to race through some 10 centimeters of mud and water, which seriously slowed the critters down. But at least the sun was out, and this year, Horse Racing was also added for extra excitement and fun.

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Wonderland at Father Ray Foundation - Pattaya People

On Saturday morning at the Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities, a division of the Father Ray Foundation, an activity day called “Wonderland for People with Disabilities” was held, to help the students explore and improve their skills in many areas. The Chairman of the Chonburi Provincial Administration Office, Mr. Wittaya Khunpleum was the Guest of Honor to open the activity day, and was warmly welcomed by Fr. Pichan Jaiseree.

There were many programs to develop valuable expertise, plus stage performances, such as the wheelchair dance by the kids, a competition to test computer skills, an English speaking contest, a Singing contest, and a painting competition.

There was even an electric appliance maintenance service provided on the day and the students enjoyed a lot of tasty treats before continuing with their fun activities.

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First Anniversary of Tonglor Clinic - Pattaya People

Plastic Surgery Clinics are one of the most successful businesses in Pattaya. One of them, the Tonglor Clinic, is marking its 1st Anniversary, and celebrated the occasion over the weekend. Dr. Mike Oscar Kulet and Dr. Jakrit Tararam hosted the festivity, with Deputy Mayor Ronagit Ekasing also attending the anniversary to support the Management of Tonglor Clinic.

Tonglor Clinic looks forward to growing up to 20% in this coming year. wThe clinic has served over 1,000 clients during its first year here in Pattaya, helping their clients to look and feel better. The coming year looks like a profitable one for Tonglor Clinic.

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A Night of Good News - Pattaya People

Over the weekend, The Pattaya Police led by Superintendent Pol. Col. Pantana Nuchanart set 3 checkpoints in 3 different areas, at the Top of North, Central and South Pattaya Roads, from 1 – 3 am, following the Crime Preventing and Suppressing Policy of the Royal Thai Police Bureau, Region 2.

The results of checkpoint operation were impressive, as there were no narcotics, or illegal items apprehended. There were a few minor infractions, like teenagers with knives under their motorcycle seats. The officers impounded the knives for the safety of community, and the kids received a stern warning about carrying weapons before being sent home.

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Norwegian Pick Pocketed by “Friendly Helpers” - Pattaya People

On Sunday at 2 am, the Banglamung Police Investigating Inspector Pol. Capt. Nitipume Bootwong received a complaint from Mr. Helge Soerlie, aged 58 from Norway. with the assistance from Tourist Police Sub Lt. Narin Yaempong He filed a complaint against 2 beer bar girls working for the Duck Net Bar, for Pick Pocketing of over 20,000 Baht from Mr. Helge.

Mr. Helge claimed he went to drink at the Duck Net Bar in the early evening of Saturday, and that he often spent time drinking there, and was well-known. Around midnight, he decided to go home, but he was a bit drunk. So, Mr. Helge hired 2 of the beer bar girls, Miss Nid and Miss Dao, to take him home on a motorcycle for 300 baht each, which they did. After they took Mr. Helge home and left, Mr. Helge checked his wallet, and found over 20,000 baht was missing, as he had taken 30,000 baht out with him, and spent about 10,000 baht on his evening out.

The tourist Pol. Sub. Lt. Narin confirmed that they have been friends for over 10 years, and Mr. Helge’s words were reliable, so further investigations will be made.

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Tuesday, August 21, 2012

Three Teens Brutally Shot - Pattaya People

On Sunday just before dawn, the Sawang Boriboon Rescue Team was called for assistance with a Shooting on Sukhumvit Road, at the top of Soi 41/ 1. A group of teenagers had been shot at by an unknown number of men in a car, and 3 of the kids were seriously injured.

The Pattaya Police were notified and at the scene, 3 teenage boys were found injured by many bullets. Mr. Song-a-pi-rat Gaew-koen-soeng, aged 15 had been shot in his neck, and was in a coma. The rescuers did try to resuscitate him while taking him to the nearest hospital. Mr. Peerapat Gate-gaew-gliang, aged 15 was injured by a bullet to his forehead, and the bullet was still lodged inside his brain, and Mr. Ronachai Proem-sa-wat, aged 18 was wounded in his left leg. All the injured teenagers were taken to hospitals immediately, but Mr. Song-a-pi-rat died while on the way.

The police found a black Honda Wave 125 motorcycle and a bullet casing at the scene. Mr. Ronachai stated that they were with over 20 bikers of the Tamsamakkee Gang, driving back from Bangsaen, and while they were passing North Pattaya on Sukhumvit Road, a white-black Honda Jazz started chasing them. They tried to get away, but the Jazz kept pursuing them. Then a passenger rolled down the window, pulled out a gun and started firing at them, causing 2 injuries and 1 death.

The police assume that the motive could be either revenge, or that the gang might have caused a lot of disturbance racing around the area, making someone extremely angry. Further investigations will continue.

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Pledging to Improve the Lives of People with Disabilities - Pattaya People

On Saturday morning at the Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities, a ceremonial signing of signatures between the Father Ray Foundation and Thailand’s Social Enterprise Office, to improve living conditions for people with disabilities, and between the Father Ray Foundation and the Central Retail Corporation Ltd with its Assistant MD Mr. Reuang-wate Witawatgarnwate. The signing was a pledge to construct a Recycling Factory for the foundation, and the Father Ray committee will proceed with all these projects in the near future.

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British Drug Trafficker Arrested with Cocaine - Pattaya People

On Saturday night, Immigration Police led by Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Rattapong Tiasoot and assistaed by Pol. Lt. Tanadit Teuan-cham-naan successfully arrested Mr. Duncan James Mcgee, aged 54 from England. He was detained with 9 bags of Cocaine, 9 grams in total, on Pattaya’s 3rd Road while he was chumming for clients.

Pol. Lt. Tanadit Teuan-cham-naan said the Immigration Police had put a trace on Duncan, after receiving a report of a man called Duncan from England, aged around 54, tall, chubby, white hair, with 2 bird tattoos on his arms. The report stated that he had promoted himself into a regular drug trafficker in Pattaya, selling Cocaine to many tourists for 3,000 Baht per bag, and that he plied his trade around a beer bar on 3rd Road, near the former X’Zite Discotheque.

The officers finally found Duncan on 3rd Road as reported, in possession of 9 grams of Cocaine. Duncan pleaded guilty, and was taken for further investigations. He revealed that his supplier, located in Nana, Sukhumvit, BKK sold him the coke for 2,000 Baht per bag. The police uncovered a criminal record for previous drug offence in Thailand, but Duncan is out on bail, and the case awaits a hearing in court at the moment.

As Duncan failed to produce any visas to support his stay in Thailand, he now is charged with illegal possession of Narcotics and Entry without Approval.

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Surasak Holds Community Sports Day - Pattaya People

A community Sports Day was held on Monday at the public sports field in Surasak. Residents from a total of 48 communities under the jurisdiction of Surasak Municipality took part in the social event, many as spectators and others playing a number of popular games such as football, running and volleyball for all to participate and have a fun day out.

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German Turns to Life of Crime After Money Runs Out - Pattaya People

In the early hours of Monday morning Pattaya police were called out to the Gulliver Pub and Restaurant on North Beach Road to investigate a burglar who had been caught in the act of stealing from the property. Mr. Michael Ederer, aged 48 from Germany was being detained for theft. Officers were shown CCTV footage of him breaking into the pub and stealing a number of cartons of cigarettes worth 4,000 baht. At the police station the German confessed that he had unfortunately run out of money after staying in Pattaya for just over a year. His only solution was to become a burglar to maintain his lifestyle in Pattaya. He was detained pending a bail application.

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Birthday Party for Local Member of Parliament - Pattaya People

A special Birthday party took place on Monday at the Chezz Metro Life Condos office to celebrate Member of Parliament Mr. Sansak Jaron Ngaampichet who has turned 71 years young. His son, Mr. Ekasit who is the owner of this soon to be built luxury construction in Central Pattaya, welcomed many VIP guests and invited celebrities to attend the traditional monk blessing observance and the following festivities. Mr. Sansak is a member of the Palang Chon Party, and is also the Chairman of the Government’s Religion, Arts and Culture Committee.

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Store Puts an End to Woman's Continuous Thieving - Pattaya People

On Monday morning Pattaya police was called to the Tesco Lotus superstore in South Pattaya to investigate a suspect theft. The unfortunate Thai lady, 45 year old Mrs. Grongaew was caught trying to smuggle out a number of food items worth around 400 baht. However, it was learned that this woman had stolen from the store on numerous occasions and being lenient, was always forced to pay for the goods rather than contact the law, and warned not to steal again. On this occasion, however, the management decided to teach her a lesson and press charges therefore they called for the police to intervene and charge her for theft.

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Adult News: Paying For It Now...

Adult Video Universe
Campaigners want to end sex work to prevent the 8 cases of trafficking last year Link Here
See article from belfasttelegraph.co.uk
Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
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Farang land: The new totalitarianism of surveillance technology...

Vietnamese officials have fined a budget airline for having beauty contestants in bikini-tops dance aboard a plane without authorisation, state-run media has reported.

VietJetAir was fined 20m dong ($956) for the Hawaiian-themed dance on its first flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang.

A statement on the company's website says that it wanted to capture a holiday atmosphere for its new flight route to Nha Trang, one of the country's most popular holiday destinations:

Once passengers stepped on board they were met by flight attendants dressed in beach holiday attire

Adult News: Miserable Ireland...

Adult Video Universe
Campaigners want to end sex work to prevent the 8 cases of trafficking last year Link Here

See article from belfasttelegraph.co.uk

Adult News: Miserable Barcelona...

Thailand News: Always a Worry...

Two new laws have entered service in Thailand. One banning drinking of alcoholic beverages in vehicles and the other banning sales and drinking of alcohol in factories. They have been published in the Royal Gazette and were effective from today, August 8.

The two announcements were issued under the Alcoholic Drinks Control Act of 2008.

Jadet Chaowilai, adviser of the Network of People Affected by Alcoholic Drinks, thanked Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra for issuing the two laws which hopefully will reduce the number of deaths, injuries and disabilities as a result of drinking alcohol.

It was also pointed out that the law may provide another opportunity for the police to harangue people with false or real claims that passengers were drinking.

2nd August Offsite Article: Thailand's image in the eyes of tourists... Link Here

A few interesting points but the article hardly enhances Thailand's image for good newspaper presentation

See article from bangkokpost.com

31st July Offsite Article: Enterprising Thais Quick to Find Ways to Exploit Artificially High Rice Price... Link Here

Import it from abroad for $600 and sell it to the government for $800. The Government then sells it back abroad for $600. Repeat forever.

See article from bangkokpost.com

29th July Concerned Parents... Hand Foot Mouth disease in the next province to Pattaya Link Here

See article from bangkokpost.com

Nightlife Reviews: Double Teamed...

Club Nevada is located at the Beach Road end of Soi 13/2 (Soi Post Office)
The bar is still ticking over in its minimalist sort of way. Its probably the weakest of the clutch of GoGos in this soi and next. Far East Rock scores as a hangout bar while Hot & Cold and Las Vegas offer the best hands on fun.
Las Vegas generally has 3 or 4 dancers at a time and 3 or 4 more waiting their turn. The dress code is nude, topless or bikini depending on the girl. The music is oldie rock and it doesn't inspire the dancers very much.
The girls are friendly enough, but sometimes they seem to prefer to vanish off upstairs or outside rather than looking after customers.
Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
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Drinks are cheap though, and overall the bar provides a pleasant rather than enthralling experience.

18th August Double Teamed... Pattaya GoGo Reviews: Airport Tweet Link Here

Nightlife News: Happiness Is Not an Expensive Draft Beer...

ToyZ A-GoGo has been open on Soi 15 since December of last year. However the bar has now becomePrivate Dancer A-GoGo .
It is not yet clear what is behind the change but for the moment everything seems pretty much the same as before.
The Private Dancer name has been used once before on Walking Street. In the dim distant past, the venue that is now Guugle used the name.
Meanwhile on Soi LK Metro the new and smart looking multi level dance bar is now sporting a sign proclaiming the bar to be called Showgirls. The last I heard, the bar will open as a coyote bar just as soon as it can recruit enough staff.
Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
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Update: Eazy Private
16th August 2012.
The builders are in at Eazy bar next door to Private Dancer/ToyZ. The reports are that the two bars will be merged to make for a more viably sized bar than the two constituents.
Update: Who's In Charge?
17th August 2012.
It is reported on the Pattaya Forums that Robert the previous ToyZ owner has sold his stake in the bar.
Also Ricky, previously the long running manager at Baby Dolls is now at Private Dancer.

14th August Cool!... Renovations at Mum Bar on Soi Diamond Tweet Link Here Thanks to Brian

Rotary Club of Pattaya Regular Rice Donation to Father Ray Foundation - Pattaya People

A group of fellow Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Pattaya paid a visit on Monday to the Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities on Sukhumvit Road.
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There the Rotarians were welcomed by representatives from the Father Ray Foundation that runs the school who gratefully accepted a regular gift of 100 bags of raw rice from the Club that will go towards feeding the students studying electronics and computer programming which will allow them to attain a good job when they eventually leave the school.

Nightlife News: Looking Up?...

ToyZ A-GoGo has been open on Soi 15 since December of last year. However the bar has now becomePrivate Dancer A-GoGo .
It is not yet clear what is behind the change but for the moment everything seems pretty much the same as before.
The Private Dancer name has been used once before on Walking Street. In the dim distant past, the venue that is now Guugle used the name.
Meanwhile on Soi LK Metro the new and smart looking multi level dance bar is now sporting a sign proclaiming the bar to be called Showgirls. The last I heard, the bar will open as a coyote bar just as soon as it can recruit enough staff.
Update: Eazy Private
16th August 2012.
The builders are in at Eazy bar next door to Private Dancer/ToyZ. The reports are that the two bars will be merged to make for a more viably sized bar than the two constituents.
Update: Who's In Charge?
Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
We tell you where to go, for how much and with whom you'll have fun. Pattaya is not only about beaches or shopping. Our Pattaya Nightlife guide will show you al the options and then some. Don't waste your time trying to look for the right places for hours because we've got you covered.

17th August 2012.
It is reported on the Pattaya Forums that Robert the previous ToyZ owner has sold his stake in the bar.
Also Ricky, previously the long running manager at Baby Dolls is now at Private Dancer.

Local Celebrity Mark Brenton Dies at Home - Pattaya People

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of one of our dearest friends, Mr. Mark Brenton, who died at his home in Pattaya on Monday evening. Affectionately known as ‘Mark the Golf’, Mark contributed greatly to the Pattaya People Media Group with his entertaining interviews, quips and his vast knowledge of the golfing world. Mark lived most of his early life in Swansea, South Wales and then after retirement for many years in East Pattaya. He will be greatly missed by his family, his friends and everyone here at Pattaya People Media Group.
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Nightlife News: Discarded ToyZ...

Woman Threatens Gold Shop Owner with Knife - Pattaya People

Pattaya police was summoned on Sunday evening to investigate a person suspected of theft being held at a gold shop on South Pattaya Road. There officers found Miss Nisa aged 23 from Buriram province who threatened Mrs. Somsee, the owner of the gold shop with a knife as she was closing up for the evening. Even though she was frightened Mrs. Somsee screamed for help as she saw people passing by her shop. They came in and helped detain the woman and the police was notified. In tears, Miss Nisa claimed she needed money to pay for her father to have a heart operation. Needless to say, she was taken back to the police station for legal proceedings.
Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
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Nightlife Reviews: Ticking Over...

Pattaya Nightlife Guide Raving to Boozing - Just having a 'quiet one' to getting pissed
We tell you where to go, for how much and with whom you'll have fun. Pattaya is not only about beaches or shopping. Our Pattaya Nightlife guide will show you al the options and then some. Don't waste your time trying to look for the right places for hours because we've got you covered.

Las Vegas generally has 3 or 4 dancers at a time and 3 or 4 more waiting their turn. The dress code is nude, topless or bikini depending on the girl. The music is oldie rock and it doesn't inspire the dancers very much.
The girls are friendly enough, but sometimes they seem to prefer to vanish off upstairs or outside rather than looking after customers.
Drinks are cheap though, and overall the bar provides a pleasant rather than enthralling experience.

18th August Double Teamed... Pattaya GoGo Reviews: Airport Tweet Link Here