Food delivery rider fined 1,000 baht for firing gun at dogs

Police apprehended a food delivery rider at a well-known shopping centre on charges of discharging a gun in a residential area.

The 34 year old rider explained that he fired the weapon out of fear of being chased by dogs. The incident led to charges of causing public alarm, resulting in a fine of 1,000 baht.

At 3pm on Sunday, November 17, Phruet Jamroonsarn, the Superintendent of Bang Bua Thong Police Station in Nonthaburi province, along with his investigative team, detained Chaiyanarin in the car park of the shopping centre located in Sai Noi district. The apprehension followed an incident where Chaiyanarin was reported to have fired a gun at four houses.

During questioning, Chaiyanarin recounted that after entering the alley to deliver food, he was barked at by dogs. Fearing they might chase him, he resorted to using the firearm he had brought, firing several shots in response.

“I bought this gun just a week ago for protection when delivering food, as I have been bitten by dogs before, said Chaiyanarin. “I didn’t think it would become such a big issue and I want to apologise to the residents of the alley. I had no intention to intimidate anyone.”

The gun, which was a recent purchase, had been intended for self-defence against dog attacks during deliveries. Chaiyanarin admitted having been bitten by dogs in the past, which prompted the purchase of the gun. He expressed regret for the incident, clarifying that he had not intended to cause any disturbance or fear, reported KhaoSod.

Initially, the police charged Chaiyanarin with creating noise or commotion that could cause public alarm or trouble, resulting in a fine not exceeding 1,000 baht (US$30). After processing the charges, he was released.