Five people were killed and six others injured in a serious road traffic collision in Sapphaya district, Chainat province, at approximately 05:35, on 22 February 2026. The incident occurred at Huai Krot intersection, Moo 9, Huai Krot subdistrict, within the jurisdiction of Sapphaya Police Station. Police Operations Centre confirmed the fatalities and injuries following the crash.
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Police at the scene reported that the deceased were Mr Watsaphon Soongam, 28; Ms Nattaporn Namee, 23; Ms Jaruwan Singha, 26; Ms Thitima Klinthong, 25; and Ms Suphattra Promklai, 20, who later died at hospital. Six others were injured: Mr Jessada Iamcham, 23; Mr Thawatchai Yuchang, 26; Mr Suriya Rodphuean, 26; Mr Phutthiphong Wanitcha, 20; Mr Athit Buangphet, 20; and Ms Lalita Saengruang, 21.
According to the report, Mr Watsaphon was driving a white Isuzu D-Max pickup, registration from Bangkok, travelling from Don Talai towards Huai Krot intersection to return home. Police said witnesses reported the driver lost control just before the traffic lights, striking a stop sign and running a red light. It then collided with an electricity pole.
Three vehicles were damaged. The white Isuzu D-Max was completely destroyed. A black Toyota Vigo pickup, registration from Bangkok, parked beside its owner’s home at the junction, sustained damage to both driver’s side doors and a grey Isuzu D-Max, registration from Chainat, was damaged at the rear of its cargo bed, being lightly struck while crossing the junction.
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Investigating officers examined the scene, and a duty officer transported the wrecked vehicle to Sapphaya Police Station for safekeeping. Further investigation is ongoing to determine the full circumstances of the crash.
Key Takeaways
• Five people died and six were injured after a pickup truck crash at Huai Krot intersection on 22 February 2026.
• The vehicle struck a stop sign, ran a red light and hit a large electricity pole.
• Police secured the vehicle and are continuing their investigation.
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