Teen found dead in Chiang Mai after swallowing ping pong bomb
A tragic incident occurred today at a residence in Mae Chaem district, Chiang Mai province, when a 17 year old boy was found dead after swallowing a ping pong bomb. The victim, who suffered from depression and was known for spending long hours in his room, was discovered following a reported explosion at 3.19am today, April 9.
Police Lieutenant Sumerng Monthanom from Mae Chaem Police Station received the report and informed his superiors before proceeding to the scene. Accompanying him were Police Colonel Sathitchai Nittayawan, deputy director Police Lieutenant Manop Jitjarunphan, an investigative team, a duty doctor from Theprat Vechanukul Chalerm Phra Kiat 60th Anniversary Hospital, and Mae Chaem rescue officials.
Upon arrival, they found the shirtless boy sitting against the wall in a second-floor bedroom. Plastic fragments from a ping pong bomb were found to the left of his body, and a lighter was discovered on his right side.
The boy’s face bore severe injuries, believed to be caused by the explosion, indicating he died at the scene. The victim was identified as A (alias).
Interviews with the victim’s mother revealed that her son had been suffering from depression and often isolated himself in his room. On the night of the incident, three people, including the mother, were present in the home, with each occupying separate rooms.
At around 12.30am, she heard a loud noise resembling a bomb from her son’s room. When she attempted entry, she found the door locked.
After receiving no response to her calls, she went to the rear of the house to check through a window, only to find it secured as well. She then managed to pry open the window and discovered her son’s body. The village head was subsequently informed.
Family members have expressed no suspicion over the cause of death, and the body has been released to the mother for traditional funeral arrangements, reported KhaoSod.
If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai), or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress, or depression. Seek help.
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