In a shocking display of violence on November 9, a man from Prachinburi stormed his in-laws’ home in Sanam Chai Khet, Chachoengsao Province, leaving their house destroyed and setting it on fire. The suspect, identified as Mr. Montri (surname withheld), targeted his former in-laws and sent them fleeing for their lives along with their 3-year-old grandchild.

 

The incident occurred in Thung Praya Subdistrict, as Mr. Somkiat (61) and Mrs. Boonsut (61), the victimised parents, recounted. They reported that Mr. Montri, who was previously married to their second daughter, Ms. Manas (34), had threatened and attacked the family multiple times. Ms. Manas has reportedly left the area to avoid further harm, as this was the fourth attack since July 2024.

 

The attacks began on July 6, when Mr. Montri destroyed the windows and doors of their eldest daughter’s house. The second incident took place on October 24, when Mr. Montri damaged property around Mr. Somkiat’s home, poured gasoline around the house, and fired multiple shotgun rounds at the house. Fortunately, no one was injured, though the rear of the house and roof sustained damage.

 

The third incident happened on November 6, when Mr. Montri returned to the home, hurled threats, and smashed Mr. Somkiat’s truck. In this the fourth and most severe attack,  at 02:00, Mr. Montri poured gasoline around the house and set it ablaze, reducing it to ashes and destroying their motorbike with a sidecar used for selling vegetables.

 

Following these repeated attacks, local police at Wang Khu Station reportedly visited the site, but residents expressed frustration as the investigation has seen little progress. Officers stated they require clearer evidence before proceeding with charges. Despite the family’s insistence that Mr. Montri is responsible, the case remains stagnant, leaving the family living in fear and only able to return during the day to collect vegetables for sale.

 

The incident has left the community shaken, with many residents calling for stricter enforcement and protection to prevent further violent episodes in the area.

 

Picture from responders.

-- 2024-11-10

 

I can understand why people sometimes take the law into their own hands here when the Police do <deleted> all in spite of all the evidence available to them.

"Hell hath no fury like a Thai man who has been made to face the consequences of his actions."

On 11/10/2024 at 5:31 AM, Georgealbert said:

Following these repeated attacks, local police at Wang Khu Station reportedly visited the site, but residents expressed frustration as the investigation has seen little progress. Officers stated they require clearer evidence before proceeding with charges.

What ???????????????

ah police, your friend, but only if you pay them monthly when they come to collect their , ahum... protection money

Sad. If the lazy police would have just done their jobs properly this would never have happened. 

There are a few things in this world that are more pathetic than an incredibly weak man who does not have the will to move on when a relationship is not working, or to suck it up when a relationship has failed. This guy looks like one of the vermin who falls into that category. 

 

I always say it's important to really take your time getting to know someone, and to make sure that you really like her family, because in Thailand you're not just marrying the woman, you're marrying the family too, so you better make sure these are people you like and respect. 

17 hours ago, hotchilli said:

What ???????????????

 

They really are pathetic and disgracefully disgusting. An insult to the profession and the uniform. And the people.