Teen fatally shot by grandfather after constant disruptive gatherings

A tragic incident unfolded yesterday in Nong Bua Lamphu, where an argument over noise and disruptive behaviour ended in the fatal shooting of a teenager. The incident occurred at a small house in Hua Na District, where a man fired bullets into a room after repeated disturbances from his grandson and friends.

Police received the call at around 9pm, where the 62 year old gunman, Buarian, awaited the police with the weapon in hand, and confessed to firing five shots into the room with a 9mm STI GP 6 automatic pistol.

He claimed he was frustrated by his grandson’s constant gatherings, noise, and disruptive behaviour, which included drinking kratom water and playing loud music daily.

Upon investigation, authorities discovered that one of the grandson’s friends had died from a gunshot wound inside the room. The room’s walls, made of tile, had five bullet holes, and a large pool of blood was found near the victim’s body.

The forensic team found five 9mm bullet casings, but no bullets were retrieved, suggesting they might have exited through the window.

Witnesses reported that the incident erupted after Buarian’s attempts to get his grandson and his friends to open the door failed. His wife recounted that Buarian was already upset due to his grandson’s refusal to attend school, despite having paid for all necessary expenses.

His frustration peaked when he returned home to find the disruptive behaviour continuing. After repeatedly knocking and being ignored, he threatened to shoot if the door was not opened. When his threats were not heeded, he retrieved his gun and fired.

Neighbours and relatives of the deceased expressed their outrage, condemning Buarian’s actions as heartless and cruel. The scene was chaotic with many locals gathering despite the late hour, and police had to intervene to maintain order.

Buarian explained his actions to the police, stating that he did not intend to kill anyone but was overwhelmed by his anger and disappointment in his grandson, Ae (alias).

Ae’s parents had separated when he was an infant, and he had been raised by Buarian and his wife after his mother moved to work in South Korea.

Buarian admitted the gun belonged to his son, a soldier, and he had used it impulsively without knowing who was behind the door. He was charged with manslaughter and taken into custody for further investigation, reported Khaosod.