Elderly Man Killed in Train Collision in Nakhon Si Thammarat

Picture from responders.

An incident occurred on 17 January, when an elderly man was struck and killed by a local train in Ronnaphibun District, Nakhon Si Thammarat. The victim, identified as 68-year-old Udon, from the nearby Kwan Chum sub-district, was found in a devastating condition after being run over by the Yala-Nakhon Si Thammarat local train (train number 456).

Emergency responders from the Ronnaphibun Police Station, along with medical staff and rescue teams from the Taiteck Siang Tsing Foundation, arrived at the scene, where they discovered human body parts scattered along the railway tracks for sone distance. The victim's remains were subsequently collected and identified as Udon, a local resident who was known to frequently walk along the railway tracks.

Initial investigations revealed that Udon, who had some hearing difficulties, had been walking on the railway tracks after running errands in the village. Witnesses reported that he likely turned his back to the approaching train, unaware of its proximity due to his hearing impairment. The train driver was unable to stop in time, resulting in the fatal collision.

The train's crew immediately informed the station master, who notified the authorities. The train continued on its route after the incident, and the driver and station staff will provide statements to the police for further investigation, as per the standard procedure for incidents involving trains.

Authorities are continuing to investigate the cause of the incident, but it serves as a tragic reminder of the risks associated with walking along railway tracks.

-- 2025-01-18