News near Padang Besar

2 stories within reach of Padang Besar, published in the last 7 days and gathered from Malaysian news sources.

1. Malaysian man arrested for presenting fake documents to enter Thailand

   3 hours ago Utusan Padang Besar, Sadao, Thailand

   Thai authorities arrested a 38-year-old Malaysian man at the Padang Besar checkpoint in Sadao for presenting false vehicle documents. The man was driving a Toyota Fortuner with fake plates and was found with a GPS jammer and cargo manifest. He faces charges under Thai customs and radio communication laws, and is suspected of attempting to smuggle a stolen vehicle into Thailand.

2. Malaysians advised to reconsider non‑essential travel to Pattani, Yala and Narathiwat amid unrest

   6 days ago Malay Mail Kangar 28.5 km

   Malaysians are advised to reconsider non-essential travel to Thailand's southern provinces of Pattani, Yala, and Narathiwat due to ongoing unrest. The advisory aims to ensure the safety of Malaysian citizens in the region.