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A brutal domestic altercation on October 8, left a woman dead and her husband critically injured in what appears to be a crime of passion in Bangkok’s Thawi Watthana District. The incident unfolded near Phutthamonthon Sai 2 Soi 27. Responding to reports of a violent dispute, police arrived at the scene and discovered a Toyota Vios parked near the end of the alley, its engine running with loud music blasting from inside. The front doors were open, and the seats reclined. Inside, officers found Mr. Natthaphon, 42, from Nakhon Pathom, lying on top of his wife, Ms. Chonthicha, 36, from Bangkok, who was dead in the passenger seat. She had a hole in her forehead from a crossbow injury and her body was covered in blood. Mr. Natthaphon had a bloodstained knife still stuck in his body and the crossbow was found on his wife’s body. Ms. Chonthicha’s body bore over 20 stab wounds. She was dressed in a work uniform, and her left arm was hanging out of the car. The couple were married, and police suspect that Mr. Natthaphon’s jealousy was the motive for the crime. Emergency personnel provided first aid to Mr. Natthaphon who had used the knife on himself, was later transported to Rajphiphat Hospital in a critical condition. In an initial statement to police, Mr. Natthaphon revealed that he had become suspicious of his wife having an affair. Earlier that day, he had hidden in the trunk of her car as she left their home in Nong Khaem. Ms. Chonthicha, a public bus driver, had arranged to meet her lover at a nearby restaurant. When she arrived, Mr. Natthaphon emerged from the trunk and took control of the car, driving it into the alley where the violent altercation erupted. Eyewitness Ms. Ratchanee, 35, recounted that she saw the car drive erratically into the alley, colliding with walls on both sides. Eventually, it stopped in the middle of the road, and she heard a woman screaming for help. She saw the man stabbing the woman repeatedly, but no one dared to intervene as he shouted that it was a family matter. “He kept saying, ‘She came here to meet her lover. She must die,’” Ms. Ratchanee recalled. Adding to the confusion, a nearby film crew was shooting a movie just 20 metres away, causing some witnesses to initially think the scene was part of the filming. However, once the situation calmed, it became clear that the incident was tragically real. Investigators discovered that Ms. Chonthicha had been frequently seen dining with a fair-skinned man at the restaurant near her workplace, including the day before the incident. It is believed that Mr. Natthaphon had long suspected the affair and chose to hide in the car’s trunk to confront his wife with her lover. As the husband appeared the lover fled the scene before the violence unfolded. Police are continuing their investigation, reviewing CCTV footage from the area, and awaiting Mr. Natthaphon’s recovery for further questioning. Picture from responders. -- 2024-10-09

Collision Claims One Life, Injures Three in Roi Et Province A collision between a pickup truck and a Toyota Fortuner resulted in one fatality and three injuries. The collision occurred on the Roiet-Mahasarakham road in the Muang Roi Et district. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340195-collision-claims-one-life-injures-three-in-roi-et-province/

A collision between a pickup truck and a Toyota Fortuner resulted in one fatality and three injuries on the afternoon of October 8. The collision occurred around 12:40 on the Roi Et-Mahasarakham road, near the entrance to Ban Por Phan in the Muang Roi Et district. Local police received reports of the crash and quickly dispatched rescue teams equipped with hydraulic tools to the scene. Upon arrival, authorities found an Isuzu D-Max pickup truck, gray in color, severely damaged on the right side. The driver was trapped inside, and rescue workers spent approximately 30 minutes using cutting tools to extricate the body. The driver, later identified as 65-year-old Mr. Sanya (last name withheld), succumbed to his injuries shortly after being rescued. Nearby, the other vehicle involved was a black Toyota Fortuner, which also sustained significant front-end damage. Three passengers from the Fortuner were injured in the crash and were transported to Roi Et Hospital for treatment. Initial investigations revealed that the Fortuner was transporting a family from the city of Roi Et to Mahasarakham province. As they approached the accident site, the pickup truck emerged from a side road unexpectedly, cutting in front of them. The driver of the Fortuner was unable to brake in time, resulting in the collision. Authorities are continuing to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Picture from responders. CCTV below. -- 2024-10-09 RPReplay_Final1728391184.mp4

A former soldier armed with multiple firearms opened fire at a school in the Chaiyaphum Province, injuring two construction workers on October 8. The event unfolded around 13:00 at the Special Education School in Ban Lao, Muang District, prompting a swift response from local law enforcement. Police Colonel Prasith Premkamol, head of the Muang Chaiyaphum Police Station, led a tactical unit comprising over 50 officers to the scene after receiving reports of a maniacal gunman targeting the school. Upon arrival, they discovered two men injured in the area near the teachers’ housing. The victims, identified as construction workers, had sustained gunshot wounds to the torso and hip. Emergency medical teams promptly transported them to a nearby hospital for urgent care. As the situation escalated, officers quickly cordoned off a residence in Ban Lao after learning that the shooter, identified as Sergeant Major Palang Rat (32), was barricaded inside with an arsenal that included a long-barreled rifle, a shotgun, and a 9mm handgun. Authorities attempted to negotiate with the suspect, broadcasting appeals for him to surrender and even inviting his mother to help persuade him, but their efforts were in vain. Chaiyaphum Governor Anan Nakniyom arrived to oversee the response and continued to call for the suspect’s peaceful surrender through loudspeakers. However, after assessing the ongoing threat, tactical officers donned body armor and advanced to the rear of the house. During their approach, a single gunshot rang out, prompting officers to employ an electric stun gun. The device was deployed twice, incapacitating Rat, who subsequently collapsed. Following his capture, Rat was taken to Chaiyaphum Hospital for treatment. Initial investigations revealed that Rat had earlier discharged his shotgun at a school janitor who was performing cleaning duties, forcing the worker to flee for safety. Later in the day, Rat directed his fire toward the teachers’ housing and student dormitories, injuring a construction worker in the process. Rat has a history of violent behavior, having previously engaged in altercations with fellow soldiers while stationed in a military camp, leading to multiple gun-related incidents. As a result, he was discharged from military service and had been residing in a home behind the school. Authorities continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the incident. Picture shows the suspect being detained. -- 2024-10-09 RPReplay_Final1728393292.mp4

Former Soldier Opens Fire at School, Injuring Two Construction Workers A former soldier armed with multiple firearms opened fire at a school in the Chaiyaphum Province, injuring two construction workers at the Special Education School in Ban Lao. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340194-former-soldier-opens-fire-at-school-injuring-two-construction-workers/

Sukhothai Riverbank Collapse Claims One Life, Search Continues for Missing Child An incident occurred when a section of the Yom Riverbank in Sukhothai Province, collapsed, causing a house to be swept into the river. Three people were trapped under the debris. While one person was rescued, a 10-year-old girl remains missing. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340192-sukhothai-riverbank-collapse-claims-one-life-search-continues-for-missing-child/

An incident occurred at approximately 15.00 on October 8, when a section of the Yom Riverbank in Klong Krajong Subdistrict, Sukhothai Province, collapsed, causing a house to be swept into the river. Three people were trapped under the debris. While one person was rescued, a 10-year-old girl remains missing. The collapse, which took place near a family home, resulted in three residents being buried under mud and debris. Emergency teams from various agencies, including Sawankhalok civil volunteers, Bang Kaeo Sukhothai Rescue Unit, Ruamkatanyu Foundation, and Thepnimit Rescue Team, worked to locate the victims. At 19.00 rescue workers successfully pulled Mr. Pitak Khemthong, 45, from the rubble. He was found buried in the mud, suffering from hypothermia. Although conscious, he required continuous oxygen support and was immediately rushed to Sawankhalok Hospital for further treatment. Sadly, the rescue operation also recovered the body of 52-year-old Mr. Rachen Kamthong, who was found lying beside Mr. Pitak, pinned down by wooden beams. However, the search for the missing 10-year-old girl, identified as Chutima Kamthong, has yet to yield results. Darkness and safety concerns forced authorities to halt the search as power had been cut off in the area. Suwankhalok District Senior Officer Papon Sorntham held a meeting with rescue teams to plan the resumption of the search for Chutima in the morning of October 9. Rescue worker Atthaya Nakanrit from Thepnimit Rescue shared that digging through the thick mud is extremely challenging, with hands being the only viable tool for excavation in the unstable soil. Homeowner Panumas Bamnet, 33, described the moment the house suddenly collapsed into the river while the family was packing up their belongings. Despite the chaos, rescuers managed to save the family’s dog, which was later returned to relatives for care. The search and rescue operation will continue as teams remain hopeful of locating the missing girl body.. Picture from responders. Mobile footage below captured the collapse. -- 2024-10-09 RPReplay_Final1728444975.mp4

UPDATE Police Await Blood Test Results in Songkhla Family Mass Shooting Case Songkhla police are awaiting blood test results to determine if sedatives were used in the shocking mass shooting of a family of four. The victims were members of the family of Chaiyan Khuan-Seng, a former Songkhla municipal councilor. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340108-police-investigate-shocking-murder-suicide-of-family-in-songkhla/?do=findComment&comment=19290707

UPDATE Police Await Blood Test Results in Songkhla Family Mass Shooting Case Songkhla police are awaiting blood test results to determine if sedatives were used in the shocking mass shooting of a family of four. The victims were members of the family of Chaiyan Khuan-Seng, a former Songkhla municipal councilor. His wife allegedly shot him, their 16-year-old son, and 18-year-old daughter before turning the gun on herself on October 7. The motive is believed to be linked to financial troubles, as the wife had previously confided in her sister about their mounting debts. Investigators suspect that sedatives might have been used, as all three victims were shot while sleeping, with pillows placed over their heads. There were no signs of struggle, raising concerns about whether they had been incapacitated before the shooting. As of October 8, the family’s home in Soi 49/2, Saiburi Road, Songkhla Municipality, remained quiet, with relatives gathering belongings for the funeral. The bodies of the four victims are currently at Songkhla Hospital, and will be moved to Laem Sai Temple for funeral rites. Neighbours reported hearing only a single gunshot, which they believe was the final one when the wife took her own life. They were unaware of the earlier shots, likely muffled by the pillows. Neighbors also described Chaiyan as a friendly, outgoing person who was well-known in the community, while his wife was more reclusive. The police are now waiting for toxicology results from Songkhla Hospital to confirm if sedatives played a role in the events. -- 2024-10-08

Man in Frenzy Wields Cleaver, Injures Several People A mentally disturbed man wielding a cleaver attacked several people in Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The man targeted both pedestrians and passing vehicles. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340139-man-in-frenzy-wields-cleaver-injures-several-people/

A mentally disturbed man wielding a cleaver attacked several people in Si Khieu District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. The attack occurred around 22:10 on October 7, near the Provincial Electricity Authority office in Mittraphap Subdistrict, where the man targeted both pedestrians and passing vehicles. Several people were injured, prompting residents to contact local police. When officers from the Si Khieu Police Station arrived, the man used the cleaver to damage a police vehicle before being subdued and taken into custody. Ms. Worawan (surname withheld), 55, a local resident whose egg shop was among the places targeted said her CCTV from the shop showed the man storming in and attacking one of her employees, who was sorting eggs at the time. The sudden attack caused panic among everyone present. Eyewitnesses captured video of the man also swinging his cleaver at the police vehicle during their attempts to stop him. Ms. Worawan recounted the terrifying moment, saying that her employees had been sorting eggs when they heard loud commotion outside. Upon investigation, they saw a man, estimated to be around 40 years old, storm into the shop with cleavers in both hands, striking her unsuspecting employee, causing multiple injuries to his back and right arm. The man then fled, continuing his rampage along the road. The police, upon arrival, faced danger as the man targeted their vehicle. Reinforcements were called, including rescue personnel, and after a tense 30-minute standoff, the man was finally apprehended and taken to Si Khieu Police Station. Preliminary information from Pol. Lt. Col. Somkiat Najaroen, investigator at Si Khieu Police Station, revealed that the man was a local resident. A drug test showed no narcotics in his system. Relatives later informed the authorities that he had a history of mental illness. The investigation is ongoing. Picture capture of the man attacking a police vehicle. -- 2024-10-08

Concrete Truck Overturns, Crushing Car and Killing One in Chachoengsao The Phanom Rescue Radio Centre received a report of a concrete mixer truck overturning and crushing a car on Road 304, near a U-turn in Chachoengsao. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340134-concrete-truck-overturns-crushing-car-and-killing-one-in-chachoengsao/

The Phanom Rescue Radio Centre received a report at approximately 08.00 on October 8, of a concrete mixer truck overturning and crushing a car on Road 304, near the U-turn at 304 Racing Shop in Moo 2, Khao Hin Son Subdistrict, Phanom Sarakham District, Chachoengsao Province. Rescue personnel and volunteers were dispatched to the scene, where initial reports confirmed one person was trapped inside the car, which was pinned down with the concrete mixer on top of it. The team immediately coordinated with additional emergency responders and sent a hydraulic cutter-equipped vehicle to assist. Upon arrival, Phanom Sarakham hospital’s emergency team confirmed that the victim, a woman trapped inside the car, had died from multiple crush injuries at the scene. It was impossible to free the casualty from the car using normal rescue equipment, so a HIAB crane was called to raise the concrete mixer to allow recovery of the body. Police from Khao Hin Son Police Station were called to investigate the incident and ordered the victim’s body to be sent to Phanom Sarakham Hospital for further examination. CCTV footage revealed that the concrete mixer had attempted a u-turn, but ended up rolling over onto the car, which was passing it. Authorities are continuing to investigate the accident. Picture from responders and CCTV footage below. -- 2024-10-08 RPReplay_Final1728363103.mp4

Thief Disguised as Delivery Driver Arrested After Trying to Steal 205 Baht Weight of Gold A gold robbery occurred at Bangkok Golds in Samut Sakhon. The perpetrator, disguised in a delivery uniform leapt over the shop’s glass counter and stole 84 gold necklaces, weighing a total of 205 baht, from the display. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1340123-thief-disguised-as-delivery-driver-arrested-after-trying-to-steal-205-baht-weight-of-gold/

An audacious gold robbery occurred at Bangkok Golds on October 7, located in Lotus Mahachai 2, Samut Sakhon. The perpetrator, disguised in a delivery uniform with a white helmet and gloves, leapt over the shop’s glass counter at approximately 19.40 and stole 84 gold necklaces, weighing a total of 205 baht, from the display. The suspect fled the scene but was quickly apprehended by a group of motorbike taxi drivers just outside the shopping mall. The drivers, who saw the man running away, pursued him, eventually knocking him off his motorbike. One driver chased him into a canal, while others helped capture him when he tried to escape. Upon arrival at the scene, police found the stolen gold in the suspect’s bag, along with a folding knife, a fake gun, and two homemade bombs. The suspect, identified as 24-year-old Khamphan Srihasuk from Uthai Thani province, was also in possession of a motorbike that had been spray-painted white, with its license plate removed. He had even prepared tacks to scatter on the road to prevent pursuit. Despite being caught red-handed, the suspect refused to explain his motives, speaking incoherently. He was taken to the local police station for further questioning. Authorities commended the swift actions of the motorbike taxi drivers, which led to the capture of the criminal before he could escape Pictures from the scene. -- 2024-10-08

Just to clarify, he was wearing a helmet and it did not come off in the crash. Injuries were below helmet level and it was removed by medical personnel as they attempted to save his life.

Truck Overturns in Phang Nga, Leaving Two Dead An incident involving an overturned trailer truck at the scenic viewpoint curve in Thung Ka Ngok Subdistrict, Phang Nga, left two people trapped inside the vehicle, Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340117-truck-overturns-in-phang-nga-leaving-two-dead/

The Phang Nga Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office received a report at 10.45 on October 7, of a serious incident involving an overturned trailer truck at the scenic viewpoint curve in Thung Ka Ngok Subdistrict, Mueang Phang Nga District. The incident left two people trapped inside the vehicle, prompting an urgent request for rescue equipment and personnel. Mr. Sangob Saton, head of the Phang Nga Provincial Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, immediately dispatched a rapid response team equipped with rescue tools, in collaboration with Phang Nga Hospital, Thung Ka Ngok Police Station, Ruam Jai Phang Nga Rescue Unit, and the Wat Lapee Rescue Unit. Upon arriving at the scene, officials found a white Hino trailer truck, registration from Samut Prakan, overturned. Two victims were trapped inside the crash cab, one male and one female, both had suffered multiple injuries and were pronounced dead at the scene. Rescue teams worked to extricate the bodies and transported them to Phang Nga Hospital for further procedures. Investigations are ongoing to determine the cause of the crash. Picture from responders. -- 2024-10-08

Train Incident Between Samsen and Bang Sue Junction, Man Severely Injured A train incident occurred between Samsen Station and Bang Sue Junction. The incident involved an single diesel locomotive that struck a man who had walked onto the tracks in front of it. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340115-train-incident-between-samsen-and-bang-sue-junction-man-severely-injured/

A train incident occurred at approximately 14.10 on October 7, between Samsen Station and Bang Sue Junction. The incident involved an single diesel locomotive, with no carriages, number 4128, traveling from Bangkok to Bang Sue. As the train passed kilometre marker 5/5, it struck a man who had walked onto the tracks in front of it. The victim, identified as a Thai male wearing a black t-shirt and blue jeans, suffered serious injuries, including a head wound, multiple deep cuts and a broken leg. The slow moving train had dragged him underneath the front part of the locomotive and he had to recovered by emergency responders. Authorities were unable to identify him at the scene, as no identification documents were found. The stationmaster at Samsen Station promptly reported the incident to the Dusit Police Station, while rescue services from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation rushed the injured man to Ramathibodi Hospital for emergency treatment. Following the incident, diesel locomotive 4128 departed the scene at 14:00 arriving at Bang Sue Junction after a delay of 51 minutes due to the incident. Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances leading to the accident. Oicture from responders. -- 2024-10-08

Cars Including an EV Catch Fire After Being Submerged in Flood Water, Chiang Mai A fire broke out involving an electric vehicle (EV) submerged in floodwaters at a home in Chiang Mai. The flames also involved a nearby pickup truck, causing significant damage. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340114-cars-including-an-ev-catch-fire-after-being-submerged-in-flood-water-chiang-mai/

A fire broke out on the evening of 6 October, involving an electric vehicle (EV) submerged in floodwaters at a home in Chiang Mai. The flames also involved a nearby pickup truck, causing significant damage. Rescue officials reported that two other vehicles were also affected by the heat of the fire, sustaining partial damage. The Chiang Mai Charity Rescue Association and fire crews responded to the emergency after being alerted to the situation. Upon arrival, they discovered the source of the fire was the submerged vehicles including an electric vehicle. Initially using water from buckets in the flood water, they managed to control the fire, before a single hose-line was able to reach the fire after being dragged through the flooding. Despite the difficulty of working in waterlogged conditions with flood levels reaching around 30 centimetres the fire was extinguished in approximately 20 minutes. A total of four vehicles were impacted: two were completely destroyed by the fire, the EV and the pickup truck, while two additional vehicles suffered partial heat damage. The fire occurred in a residential parking area that had been inundated by floodwaters. The homeowners had already evacuated due to the severe flooding, and authorities are now investigating the exact cause of the fire, the first vehicle burning was believed to be the EV, but there was no evidence of thermal runaway from the Li-ion battery. Further inspections by police and forensic teams are expected to take place once water levels drop, allowing full access to the vehicles. Pictures from responders. -- 2024-10-08

Two Men Electrocuted While Working in Paddy Field After Contacting Electric Wire Two rice harvesters were electrocuted in a paddy field in Pathum Thani, after mistakenly grabbing a live electric wire they thought was a grounding cable. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340112-two-men-electrocuted-while-working-in-paddy-field-after-contacting-electric-wire/

Two rice harvesters were electrocuted on October 7, in a paddy field in Sam Khok District, Pathum Thani, after mistakenly grabbing a live electric wire they thought was a grounding cable. Despite resuscitation efforts, both men died at the scene. The incident occurred at around 13:00 near the Prem Prachakorn Canal, Moo 2, Ban Pathum Subdistrict. Police and emergency services were alerted and arrived with medical examiners from the Ministry of Justice and rescue personnel from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation. Upon arrival, rescue workers and medical staff from Krung Siam Saint Carlos Hospital attempted to resuscitate the victims. Unfortunately, despite all efforts, the two men were pronounced dead shortly afterward. The victims were identified as Mr. Yossak, 58, from Chiang Rak Noi Subdistrict, and Mr. Phongsakorn, 18, from Tai Koh Subdistrict, both in Sam Khok District. Both men had severe burn marks on their bodies from the electric shock. Niphon, a 45-year-old tractor driver who was working alongside the victims, recounted the tragic events. He explained that they were hired to harvest rice and noticed a wire hanging over the paddy field. The victims believed it was just a grounding wire and offered to remove it. However, when they touched it, they were instantly electrocuted. Niphon quickly grabbed a wooden stick to dislodge the wire and called for help, but it was too late to save them. “I didn’t think something like this could happen,” Niphon said, visibly shaken. Police Lieutenant Chanikan Sethienshaikit of Sam Khok Police Station led the investigation at the scene. Authorities photographed the site for evidence, and the bodies of the two men were transferred to the Institute of Forensic Medicine under the Ministry of Justice for further examination. An autopsy will be carried out, though initial findings point to electrocution as the clear culprit. Picture from responders. -- 2024-10-08

Man Found Burned with Truck on Southern Seaboard Road, Krabi Authorities have confirmed the identity of the man whose body was discovered burned alongside a pickup truck on Southern Seaboard Road. The victim was a partner in a resort located in Koh Libong, Trang Province. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1340110-man-found-burned-with-truck-on-southern-seaboard-road-