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In a shocking case that has sparked public outrage, a senior monk from a well-known temple in Chiang Mai’s Hang Dong district was involved in a serious traffic collision. The incident, reported by the social media page, “Esor Khayee News,” on October 30, revealed that the monk, who held the title of Phra Khru, was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he drove his pickup truck and collided with a car driven by a prison director, leaving the latter critically injured.

 

According to the initial report, the crash occurred in the morning of October 24 at a three-way intersection near a Bangchak gas station on the Chiang Mai-Hang Dong Road. Police and emergency responders arrived on the scene to find the monk’s pickup truck severely damaged on the front left side. Authorities noted that the driver was visibly intoxicated, with a blood alcohol level recorded at 155 milligrams per deciliter.

 

The other vehicle involved, a car, was found on the sidewalk with significant damage along its left side. The driver, later identified as Mr. Phongsakorn, also known as “Director Arm,” suffered severe injuries, including fractured ribs and internal injuries. As the Director of Mind Development at Lamphun Central Prison, he was reportedly on his way to work when the pickup truck veered across lanes and struck his car. Emergency medical teams transported him to Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital, where he remains in critical condition in the ICU.

 

The incident has fueled public criticism due to the monk’s behaviour following the crash. Despite the severity of the collision, it was reported that the monk did not visit or inquire about the victim’s condition. Instead, he continued his religious duties, including accepting donations during Kathin ceremonies. The monk was granted bail shortly after his arrest, reportedly claiming that he needed to fulfill his religious obligations.

 

This incident has sparked a wave of public debate, with many questioning the decision to grant bail to the monk given the circumstances and the extent of the injuries sustained by the prison director.

 

Picture from responders. CCTV below.

-- 2024-10-31

 

 

 

 

 

[theblether]

Absolutely ridiculous. Conservative Thailand will take action.