Gunman sparks terror in Sai Mai district, police on manhunt (video)
A gunman sparked terror through the Sai Mai district yesterday when he started firing shots at Nong Bua Temple before walking with a gun along the busy Sukhapiban 5 Road. Police are currently hunting for the suspect and investigating the motives behind the incident, which occurred at 2pm on April 2.
At the initial stage of the investigation, Sai Mai police officers descended on the scene near the entrance of Nong Bua Temple, located in the Sai Mai district, at the intersection of Sukhapiban 5 Road and Soi 94. The assailant, identified as a local from within the temple community, began the assault by shooting at vehicles passing by, specifically targeting an outsider’s car without any known prior provocation.
Witnesses in the vicinity, startled by the gunfire, watched as the suspect then exited the temple grounds, gun in hand, and walked onto the street. A pickup truck driver, spotting the armed man, reversed in an attempt to escape and subsequently lost control, crashing into the roadside.
The driver exited the vehicle, hands raised in a gesture of surrender, as the gunman continued on his way without engaging further.
Police forces are actively searching for the individual and piecing together the events that led up to this violent outburst. The community remains on edge as the incident has disrupted the tranquility typically associated with the temple’s serene environment.
This development has prompted an increased police presence in the district, with officers canvassing the area and gathering evidence to aid in the swift apprehension of the suspect, reported KhaoSod.
The authorities are urging anyone with information about the suspect or the incident to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation. They are also calling for calm and vigilance among the residents, assuring them that all necessary measures are being taken to ensure their safety and to bring the perpetrator to justice.
As the police continue their manhunt, the local community is attempting to return to normalcy despite the lingering anxiety caused by the shooting. The temple, usually a place of peace and worship, has become the backdrop for a crime that has shaken the neighborhood, highlighting the unpredictable nature of violence and the ever-present need for public awareness and safety precautions.
