2 Thai men arrested after fatal taxi rider stabbing for exposing penis
Police arrested two Thai men for fatally stabbing a motorcycle taxi rider at an apartment in Nonthaburi province, near Bangkok, on Monday, November 12, after the deceased reportedly exposed his penis to the wife of one of the suspects.
The victim, a 45 year old motorcycle taxi rider named Sommai, was found dead approximately 10 metres from his apartment in Nonthaburi. He had two stab wounds on his left arm and chest. The primary attacker was identified as his 32 year old neighbour, Thanaphat.
Thanaphat’s wife, 28 year old Supaporn, told Bang Kruay Police Station officers that the fatal attack was rooted in sexual harassment. On the night of Sunday, November 11, Sommai approached her made sexual advances and exposed his private parts.
Supaporn shared a video of Sommai’s approach with Channel 7, in which he could be heard saying…
“Do you have any friends? My room still has space. I’m living alone. I want to sleep with two to three women. I have cars, I have money, but no girls. I just want a girl. I can’t stand this. I am too aroused.”
She reported the incident to her husband, prompting his anger and leading him to confront Sommai the next day. The confrontation escalated, ending in the fatal stabbing, after which Thanaphat fled the scene on his motorcycle.
Mental illness
A friend of the deceased, 40 year old Suriyan, revealed that Sommai had a mental health condition that may have led him to act inappropriately. Suriyan expressed sympathy for Thanaphat, suggesting that his actions were driven by anger and concern for his wife’s safety, and noted that Thanaphat may not be aware of Sommai’s mental health issues.
On November 13, police apprehended Thanaphat while he was riding his motorcycle and took him to the station for questioning. Channel 7 reported that Thanaphat, visibly emotional, briefly spoke to the media.
“I am worried about my wife. We have been together for six years. I don’t know how she will live without me.”
Supaporn was also seen in tears at the police station, expressing remorse for what had happened. She insisted that her husband was a good person who had never conflicted with anyone before. She stated that the tragedy would not have occurred if Sommai had not behaved inappropriately.
Police later found that Thanaphat’s friend, 40 year old Laem, was also involved in the altercation. Laem turned himself in and claimed innocence, stating he attempted to intervene in the dispute to separate the two men, not to support Thanaphat.
Laem’s wife told Channel 7, tearfully, that her husband had only tried to stop the fight. She expressed disappointment that his good intentions led to legal issues.
Police charged Thanaphat and Laem under Section 288 of the Criminal Law for intentional murder, which carries a penalty of death, life imprisonment, or imprisonment for 15 to 20 years.
ORIGINAL STORY: Thai taxi rider fatally stabbed for exposing penis to neighbour’s wife
A Thai man fatally stabbed a motorcycle taxi rider at an apartment in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok, after the victim allegedly exposed his penis and made sexual advances towards the suspect’s wife on Monday.
Officers from Bang Kruay Police Station investigated the incident Monday, November 12, on Soi Bang Kruay-Sai Noi 11 in the Bang Kruay district of Nonthaburi. The deceased, 45 year old Sommai, was found lying lifeless in the middle of the road.
A trail of blood led from Sommai’s body to the apartment where he lived, which is more than 10 metres away from the spot where he was found. Sommai sustained two stab wounds, one on his left arm and another on his chest.
Sommai’s friend, 40 year old Suriyan, informed police that the suspect was Sommai’s neighbour, identified as Thanaphat. Sommai lived on the first floor of the building, while Thanaphat lived with his 28 year old wife, Supaporn, on the second floor.
The two men reportedly argued last night after Sommai exposed himself to Supaporn earlier that day but tensions escalated to the fatal assault. Thanaphat allegedly stabbed Sommai twice before fleeing the scene on his motorcycle.
Suriyan recounted that Sommai attempted to escape but eventually collapsed on the road. He rushed to assist his friend and, noticing Sommai struggling to breathe, lowered his face mask to help him. Suriyan immediately called the police and rescue team, but they were unable to save Sommai.
In an interview with Channel 7, Supaporn said the incident occurred around midnight when she left her room to meet her younger sister. At that time, Sommai allegedly exposed his penis, leaving her shocked and frightened. She later informed her husband, who became visibly angry.
Supaporn added that she was not at home when the stabbing occurred. She returned just as her husband was leaving the scene, knife in hand. Thanaphat reportedly left without explaining what had happened.
Thanaphat remains at large. Police have not yet provided further updates on the case or information about his possible escape route.
