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Shooting at Ratchaburi power plant leaves three dead
An unexpected shooting incident left three dead and one injured at a power plant in Damnoen Saduak, Ratchaburi today. The victims were identified as Phichet Luamlalai, 55 year old manager of HSR Pro Company, Chanrop Phadee, the 50 year old deputy manager of the same company, and Chakrit Nakpradit, the company’s 52 year old training instructor. The injured party was…
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Thai man kills cheating girlfriend’s father and commits suicide in jail
A Thai man killed his girlfriend’s father after discovering she had a husband and two children. The killer later committed suicide while in custody at Khok Pho Police Station in the southern province of Pattani. Khok Pho Police Station officers rushed to a house in the Khok Pho district of Pattani at 9.50pm on Wednesday, January 10 after receiving a…
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Thai man shoots friend dead after mistaking him for a rat
A Thai man shot and killed his friend in a sugar cane field in the Isaan province of Chaiyaphum, claiming he thought his friend was a rat. Kasetsombun Police Station officers swooped on the sugar cane field in the Kasetsombun district at 12.45am, January 10, following a report of the shooting. Officers found a Thai man, 31 year old Adisak,…
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Father-in-law shoots son-in-law dead over money dispute
A Thai man residing in Samut Prakan province shot his son-in-law dead after he grew frustrated that the son-in-law did not return borrowed money. Police Lieutenant Natthanicha Ruengkwan of Phra Samut Chedi Police Station received a report at 9pm yesterday, January 9, that there was a fatality from a shooting incident at Village No. 4, Nai Khlong Bang Pla Kot Subdistrict,…
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Fatal shootout in Thailand: Local figures clash in a community dispute
Two notorious figures in the southern Thailand community clashed in the heart of the community, resulting in a fatal shootout. The incident took place at 10.30am today when the two men, Thew Wang Sai and Thian Kamlon, were unable to settle their differences. Police swiftly apprehended the suspect. The incident occurred on a busy street in the community. The body…
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Thai teenage boy accidentally shoots and kills friend near Bangkok
A 15 year old Thai boy confessed to accidentally shooting and killing his 14 year old friend while attempting to attack a rival group of teenagers on a road in Pathum Thani province near Bangkok. The 14 year old boy was shot in the back of the head while riding a motorcycle with two friends on Liap Khlong Song Road…
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Fatal New Year’s shooting in Phuket hotel: police apprehend 32 year old suspect
A 32 year old man was fatally shot in front of a hotel in Phuket during New Year’s celebrations. The assailant, who fled the scene on a motorcycle, was later apprehended by police. The incident occurred at 4.14am today (January 1) Police Lieutenant Colonel Eakasak Khwanhuan, an investigator at the Karon Police Station in Phuket, was notified of the shooting…
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Ex-deputy inspector accused of premeditated murder in Wang Thonglang
Accusations of premeditated murder, illegal firearm possession and use, and owning a firearm without permission, have been levelled against a police officer, following the fatal shooting of a businessman on an expressway in Wang Thonglang district. The officer, a former deputy inspector of Hua Mak station, identified as Pol Lt Narongwat Thachata, was employed by the victim as a driver.…
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Surat Thani man shoots brother-in-law over land dispute
A brutal domestic dispute escalated to homicide when a man fatally shot his brother-in-law multiple times in front of their family home. The incident, sparked by an argument over inherited land rights, occurred in the Chaiya district of Surat Thani Province. The gunman is now in police custody awaiting prosecution. On the evening of yesterday, at around 10pm, police officers…
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Thai groom kills bride and other 3 victims before committing suicide
Jealousy led to a deadly shooting at a wedding ceremony in the northeastern province of Nakhon Ratchasima. A Thai groom killed his bride, her family members, and a guest before taking his own life. Wang Nam Khiao Police Station officers rushed to a house in the Wang Nam Khiao district in Nakhon Ratchasima after receiving a report of the shooting.…
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Paralympic athlete’s wedding rampage ends in tragedy in Nakhon Ratchasima
A national paralympic athlete turned groom unleashed terror at his wedding celebration, killing his bride, her mother, sister, and two other guests before turning the gun on himself. The horrific incident occurred yesterday at around 11pm in Nakhon Ratchasima. The crime scene, a tent set up for the wedding celebration, was located next to the Wang Nam Khiao district market.…
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Northeast Thailand: Teenager fatally shot after Carabao concert at Surin Elephant Festival
A 17 year old teenager was fatally shot during a violent confrontation at the Surin Elephant Festival today, following Thai rock band Carabao’s last concert at the festival. The annual event, which attracted over 20,000 spectators, took place at the Srinagarind Stadium in Surin, Thailand. Tensions escalated after midnight as groups of teenagers began to leave the venue. A heated…
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Update: Mastermind behind fatal shooting of Thai student and teacher apprehended
Police apprehended the mastermind behind the fatal shooting of 19 year old university student Thanasorn, known as Nong Yod, and his teacher, Sirida Sinprasert, better known as Teacher Jeab. Both victims were killed in the attack, which occurred in Uthen Thawai. As per the latest report as of today, law enforcement officers seized the suspect who orchestrated the fatal shooting…
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Gun-cleaning itch turns tragic: 91 year old Thai man accidentally shoots himself in Chon Buri mishap
A 91 year old Thai man tragically lost his life while cleaning his gun at his residence in the Chon Buri province. The victim, Jian Wannapong, accidentally shot himself after using the gun to alleviate an itch in his ear. The report of her husband’s death was reported to Nong Prue Police Station by 75 year old Lamyai Boonchu, who…
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Thai gunman admits to fatal shooting of teenage student
In a shocking turn of events, a 22 year old Thai gunman, known as Jeans, admitted to fatally shooting a 16 year old technical student, known as Phu. Jeans, who was apprehended following the incident, revealed that the victim was a stranger to him and that the confrontation was merely a result of a night of drinking and an impromptu…
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Khlong Toei shooting claims lives of student and teacher
A tragic event unfolded in the Khlong Toei district as two unidentified assailants opened fire on the roadside, ultimately leading to the death of a 19 year old student from Uthen Thawai Campus, Rajamangala University of Technology, known as Nong Yod. After an eight-day fight for life following the fatal Khlong Toei shooting, his mother confirmed his passing today. The…
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Royal Thai Army to pay over 2 million baht compensation for Lahu tribe defender’s death
The Royal Thai Army (RTA) has been ordered to pay over 2 million baht in compensation to the family of Chaiyaphum Pa-sae, a human rights defender from the Lahu tribe, as ruled by the Supreme Court today. This case stems from an incident in 2017 where Chaiyaphum was shot dead by military officials at a checkpoint in Chiang Mai. Despite…
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Man fatally shoots stepson following heated argument in Uthai Thani
A fatal domestic dispute broke out in Uthai Thani province yesterday when a 58 year old man shot his 42 year old stepson. The shooting followed a heated argument between the two after consuming alcohol in their residence. Upon receiving an alert around 9.40pm, police officers from Lan Sak Police Station, accompanied by Uthai Thani rescue volunteers, rushed to the scene.…
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Man shot dead in Bangkok condo, friends accuse deceased of shooting himself
Police are investigating the death of a Thai man who was shot dead in a condominium in the Bangkok Noi district of Bangkok. His friends denied involvement telling police the deceased shot himself while playing with a gun. Emergency rescue worker Anirut Taenglueang told Channel 3 and officers from Bang Khunnon Police Station that he lived in the same condo…
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Two men arrested for fatal family feud over 1,500 baht debt in Satun
A tragic event unfolded in the Thung Wa district of Satun province when two young men, Chatchanan and Teerayut, both 21 years old, turned on each other over a debt of 1,500 baht (US$41). The dispute led to the fatal shooting of their 22 year old relative, named Aphisit. The incident took place near a cowshed close to their residence…
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Stolen gun leads to death of 14 year old boy in southern Thailand
A 14 year old boy stole a gun from his retired police officer grandfather yesterday, leading to the accidental shooting and tragic death of his friend at his residence in the southern Trang province. Rescue officers from the Ruam Jai Yan Ta Khao team received a distress call yesterday, October 10, reporting what was believed to be a fireworks explosion…
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Bangkok shooting survivor recounts horrific encounter with Siam Paragon gunman
A survivor of the recent shooting at the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok recounted her terrifying encounter with the 14 year old gunman. Anyapat Thipjirasakul, while fleeing the scene, came face to face with the teen gunman on an escalator. His immediate reaction was to fire, hitting her in the shoulder. Despite the pain, she continued running, scared he…
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3 Thai men arrested for involvement in shooting at Siam Paragon
Following a further investigation into the suspects connected to the shooting at the Siam Paragon mall in Bangkok, police arrested three Thai men for selling a modified blank gun and bullets to the teenage gunman. The tragic incident at Siam Paragon, which saw two foreign women shot dead and five injured, spread grief throughout the country and also raised awareness…
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Thailand speeds up warning system after Siam Paragon shooting
Thailand’s Digital Economy and Society (DES) Minister confirmed the development of a cell broadcast (CB) emergency warning system. Set to be ready for deployment within the next six months to a year, the system is a collaborative project coordinated by the National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC), in liaison with mobile service providers. The decision to develop this CB system…
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Siam Paragon shooting prompts new mental health unit
A new mental health consultation unit, established to assist individuals emotionally distressed by the recent fatal shooting in Siam Paragon, started operations yesterday. The tragic incident, involving a teenage boy who killed two women, left many feeling traumatised and in need of psychological support. Amporn Benjaponpitak, the leading authority of the Department of Mental Health, revealed that she, along with…
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Foreign survivor criticises slow response of Thai police in Siam Paragon shooting (video)
A foreign man shared his experience of the shooting incident at Bangkok’s Siam Paragon shopping mall on October 3 with Thai media and accused the Thai police and authorities of being slow to act. The Royal Thai Police (RTP) faced substantial criticism from Thai citizens on social media in the aftermath of the mall shooting. People accused the officers of…
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Bangkok’s brave trio: Police heroes steal hearts after Siam Paragon shooting
A commendable and heroic act by three dedicated police officers unfolded in the bustling heart of Bangkok, garnering widespread admiration and recognition from both the Deputy National Police Chief and an appreciative online community after the Siam Paragon shooting incident. The officers were hailed for their exceptional professionalism and valour as they apprehended the teenage perpetrator involved in a shooting…
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Chinese and Burmese killed, 5 injured, twins rescued in shooting rampage at Siam Paragon Bangkok
The shooting rampage at Bangkok’s Siam Paragon shopping mall yesterday tragically claimed the lives of a Chinese woman and a Burmese woman, and injured five others while a brave Thai woman rescued Chinese twins after their mother was killed. The Royal Thai Police (RTP) announced that the shooting occurred at the mall yesterday afternoon, October 3, resulting in the deaths…
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Rotterdam shooting spree: Erasmus student storms hospital resulting in three fatalities (video)
A shocking incident unfolded in Rotterdam, the Netherlands’ second-largest city, as a 32 year old man carried out a shooting spree. The assailant targeted a home, setting it alight, before storming Erasmus Medical Center, a university-affiliated hospital where he had been a student. The tragic events, which took place yesterday, resulted in at least three fatalities, including a 39 year…
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Carport construction dispute leads to deadly shooting in Samut Prakan
A long-standing dispute over a carport construction project led to a fatal shooting in Samut Prakan Province. The incident occurred at 10.30am today. One man was killed and another injured in a snooker hall on Thepharak Road, Bang Sao Thong District, Samut Prakan Province. The deceased was identified as 54 year old Sompron, a construction worker, who was found with…
