Police in Chiang Yuen district, Udon Thani, arrested a 49-year-old man on 2 April 2026 after he was found preparing parts of a dog carcass and cooking at his home, prompting outrage among animal lovers. Officers from Huai Luang Subdistrict Police Station arrived at 11.00 and discovered the suspect, identified as Bangkok Khokpho, also known as “Gok”, cooking the meat with herbs and spices. The case quickly drew public attention following a viral social media post.
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The incident emerged when Facebook user Ploy Manita shared images showing a man with trays of meat and another holding plastic bags containing what appeared to be portions of it. She questioned the necessity of such actions and sought advice on pressing charges, tagging local authorities and citing a violation of Thailand’s animal welfare laws. The post triggered widespread criticism and concern within the local community.
When questioned, Gok admitted the meat was dog, claiming the animal had been killed in a road accident. He said the dog’s owner had asked him to bury it in exchange for a bottle of local white liquor, but he instead took the carcass home to cook. He also admitted to having eaten dog meat before, stating he liked the taste and acknowledged he knew it was illegal but insisted he had not killed the animal.
Ploy, 24, said she was shocked and distressed, noting the possibility that the dog had an owner. She wrote, “If you have nothing to eat, go work or buy food like everyone else. There’s plenty of pork, fish, and chicken. Leave the dogs alone.” She also alleged the suspect was known locally for drinking and drug use and referenced a similar dog disappearance in the area last year.
Authorities seized the cooked meat and conducted a urine test on the suspect, which returned positive for methamphetamine. Gok admitted to using the drug the previous day. He was charged with possession and use of a Category 1 narcotic and animal cruelty under Thailand’s animal welfare law.
Khaosod reported that the suspect remains in police custody pending further legal proceedings. Police are expected to continue their investigation, including verifying the origin of the dog and any potential links to previous incidents in the area.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Khaosod 3 Apr 2026
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