Picture from dash-cam.

 

A shocking incident unfolded in Chumphon Province on January 17, when a foreign man reportedly held his Thai wife at gunpoint inside a black Ford pickup truck. The vehicle, carrying the man, the woman, and two children, is currently the focus of an urgent police search.

 

The incident began in Phato District before the vehicle was seen turning left at the Wang Tako junction in Lang Suan District, heading towards Chumphon. A witness shared a video showing the distressed woman attempting to open the truck’s door and escape while the vehicle was still moving at speed. Despite her efforts, she was unable to jump out, and the truck continued on its way.

 

The witness who posted the video identified the vehicle as a black, four-door Ford pickup with license plate from Udon Thani.” .

 

Emergency services, including police and rescue vehicles, have been following the suspect’s route but were unable to catch up. At one point, the foreign man, reported as being a westerner, allegedly brandished a firearm to threaten the pursuing rescuers. Witnesses noted that the truck turned back towards Lang Suan District at high speed, further complicating the search.

 

Police in Chumphon are now coordinating efforts to locate the vehicle and ensure the safety of the woman and children inside. Authorities are appealing for public cooperation and urge anyone with information about the vehicle’s whereabouts to come forward.

 

-- 2025-01-17

 

 

I hate it when kids are at risk in messes like this. Let's hope this turns out well.