Family feud: Dirty plates row boils over into violent clash in central Thailand
A heated dispute over unwashed dishes escalated into a violent encounter in a residence in Bang Pakong, Chachoengsao, on the night of yesterday. The family feud resulted in severe injuries and a police investigation, as revealed by Deputy Inspector Pataweekarn Prakobkaew.
A 37 year old man, Montri, sought help from neighbours, bloodied and beaten, claiming he was attacked by his brother and uncle. Montri reported that the argument started when his uncle, 57 year old Worawut, criticised him for his habit of not washing dishes. The disagreement spiralled out of control, leading to Montri destroying household items and damaging a Honda Wave motorbike and a pickup truck belonging to Worawut.
Following the clash, Worawut left the house while Montri informed the police of a potential shooting threat. However, upon the police’s departure, Worawut returned home with 33 year old Chalermphon, Montri’s younger brother, and their mother. The confrontation resumed, forcing Montri to retaliate with a knife, injuring both Worawut and Chalermphon before fleeing the scene.
Worawut and Chalermphon, both injured, drove to Bang Pakong Hospital for treatment. Worawut sustained a hand injury, while Chalermphon was wounded in the face and the hand, nearly losing an eye. They were later transferred to Bangna 2 Hospital.
Worawut confirmed that the argument with Montri over dirty dishes was true and asserted that Montri’s volatile behaviour led to the destruction of property. Worawut admitted that he had fled initially when his vehicle was damaged, but returned to discuss the matter with Montri’s mother and brother. However, this led to a brawl, resulting in injuries on both sides, reported KhaoSod.
The police have interrogated witnesses and are awaiting further investigation with both parties involved to determine subsequent charges.
In related news, in a disturbing family feud incident, an intoxicated woman set her 73 year old mother on fire in their Isaan province home in Nong Hong district, Buriram. The violent incident unfolded after the elderly mother advised her daughter and son-in-law to curtail their drinking habits. Read more HERE.
