Thai man arrested in Buriram for home intrusion searching for wife
A troubling incident unfolded yesterday in Buriram province involving a 35 year old Thai man who was apprehended by police after an unusual intrusion into a resident’s home.
The man, yesterday, December 12, claimed he was searching for his wife, who he believed had run away with another man.
The police were alerted by the village chief of Ban Samrong, Village 5, in Non Khwang subdistrict, about a person impersonating an officer from the Internal Security Operations Command.
The imposter was reportedly requesting to search local homes. Upon receiving the report, Sirivat Somkijsiri, the superintendent of Ban Dan Police Station, dispatched officers, including Korakot Chongnimitsthaporn and Warakorn Dittanet, to investigate the situation.
When the officers arrived, they found the man, New, attempting to flee the scene on a red big bike with a Bangkok registration. He was quickly detained and brought to Ban Dan Police Station for questioning.
During the interrogation, New exhibited signs of intoxication, alternating between tears and speech.
New explained that he had left his home on December 2 to search for his wife, who had allegedly run off with a man named Tum. He claimed that he entered the local’s home because he had heard that a man named Tum lived there, and he believed his wife might be hiding with this man.
New insisted he had no intention of harming anyone and was solely focused on finding his wife.
Upon conducting a urine test, the police discovered that New had used drugs, which he confessed to consuming due to the stress of being unable to find his wife.
Wanapha, the 28 year old owner of the house New entered, recounted the unsettling experience. She was cooking in the kitchen when her son informed her someone was at the door asking for her husband.
She told New that her husband was not home. New then entered her home, peeking into the kitchen.
Wanapha asked who he was looking for, and New replied that he was searching for Tum. Initially, Wanapha assumed New knew her husband, as he knew her husband’s name, and explained he was out cutting sugarcane.
New claimed he was a soldier and that her husband had helped his wife run away. Growing suspicious, Wanapha video-called her husband to verify New’s story.
New admitted it was not her husband he was after but continued to linger, trying to go to another house belonging to Wanapha’s father. Fearing for her safety, Wanapha contacted the police, leading to New’s arrest, reported KhaoSod.
Following the investigation, the police charged New with using a category 1 drug, methamphetamine, and driving under the influence. The case is now in the hands of the investigators for further legal proceedings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some common questions asked about this news.
Why do individuals impersonate officials, and what risks does this pose?
Impersonation can exploit trust for personal gain, leading to security breaches and community distrust.
How can communities enhance safety and verify official identities effectively?
Implementing verification protocols and public awareness campaigns can bolster community vigilance and security.
What psychological factors drive people to extreme actions during personal crises?
Stress and emotional distress can impair judgement, leading to irrational behaviours seeking resolution or relief.
How does substance use impact decision-making in high-stress situations?
Substance use often exacerbates stress responses, impairing rational thought and increasing risk-taking behaviours.
What if communities had better mental health support systems in place?
Improved mental health services might reduce crisis-driven actions, fostering healthier coping mechanisms.
