Partially Blind Electrician Seeks Justice After Brutal Assault

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A 33-year-old partially blind electrician named Jakraphan was viciously attacked, suffering severe injuries including a double jaw fracture. The assault happened after he was lured by a group claiming to be influential figures to discuss a missing battery, only to be brutally beaten.

 

Jakraphan and his 61-year-old father, Jinda, have been fighting for justice for over two months, reporting the crime to Bang Bua Thong Police Station in Nonthaburi. The attack occurred at a motorcycle repair shop in Soi Masjid Yamaluddin, Bang Bua Thong.

 

On the morning of the incident, an acquaintance asked Jakraphan to check electrical work at the shop. Finding no one there, he left. Later, the same person accused him of stealing a battery, citing CCTV footage showing his car at the shop. Pressured to defend himself, Jakraphan returned at 3 pm and was assaulted by two men, losing consciousness.

 

“They tied my hands and feet to a post and kept beating me. They even splashed water on my face to prevent me from passing out, saying the violence would worsen if I fell asleep,” Jakraphan recounted.

 

 

The attack lasted three hours, from 3 pm to 6 pm. The assailants forced him to show his bank account, which only had 900 baht, and made him transfer it. They demanded 10,000 baht for the battery he insisted he didn’t take. Despite his injuries, Jakraphan escaped to get medical help. Metal plates were inserted into his jaws, and he couldn't eat solid food for over two months. He also lost his job during recovery, staying home due to physical and psychological trauma.

 

However, the case is moving forward. Deputy Superintendent Kamonrat Panoy confirmed strong evidence against the suspects. Sarawut, one suspect, has agreed to surrender. Sarayut, another suspect, has contacted the police, while the identities of two others, Bangnat and Bangdon, are under investigation. Police are seeking arrest warrants from Nonthaburi Provincial Court.

 

“I feel relieved knowing the case is progressing, and those responsible are facing consequences,” Jakraphan said.

 

Charges include causing grievous harm, unlawful detention, coercion, robbery, and computer law violations. Although Jakraphan's car and phone were returned, the act is still considered robbery. Police are determined to ensure justice is served.

 

-- 2024-12-04