An 80-year-old man was killed after being struck by a pickup truck while crossing a highway in Uttaradit province on the morning of 13 April 2026. The fatal collision occurred on Highway 11, on the Uttaradit–Phitsanulok route, near a concrete supply shop in Mueang district and almost below a pedestrian bridge crossing. The victim, identified as Mr Kham, died at the scene.
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Police Lieutenant Colonel Ratchata Sroikaew, an inspector from Mueang Uttaradit Police Station, responded to the incident along with a duty doctor from Uttaradit Hospital and rescue volunteers from Wat Mon Mai. The victim was found lying on the road, while a red Isuzu four-door pickup truck with Lampang registration plates was nearby, showing significant front-end damage from the impact.
Initial investigations indicate that the pickup truck was travelling from Lampang province en route to Phetchabun when the collision occurred. Mr Kham, a resident of Moo 1, Ngio Ngam subdistrict in Mueang Uttaradit, attempted to cross the road and the driver, who was travelling at speed, was unable to stop in time and struck him.
Rescue workers transported the body to the forensic department at Uttaradit Hospital for a post-mortem examination. Authorities are coordinating with the victim’s family to arrange religious funeral rites. The incident has added to concerns over road safety during the Songkran holiday period, often referred to as the “seven dangerous days” due to increased traffic and accidents.
Police are continuing their investigation and will take legal action against the driver in accordance with the law. Officers are also working to establish all relevant facts, including vehicle speed and road conditions at the time of the crash. Naewna reported that authorities are expected to reinforce road safety measures during the holiday period, particularly on major highways.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Naewna 14 Apr 2026
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