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A man was shot dead in front of a house in Samut Prakan after an altercation with his ex-wife’s new partner, who claims the shooting was in self-defence. The incident occurred at around 22:30 on 26 January in the Phraeksa Mai subdistrict.

 

Police were alerted to the shooting and arrived at the scene along with forensic teams and rescue units. The victim, identified as Mr Somkiat 42, was found lying unconscious in the driveway of a two-storey house. He had sustained three gunshot wounds: one to the chest, one to the right arm, and one to the left wrist. Despite attempts to resuscitate him, he was pronounced dead at Paolo Samut Prakan Hospital shortly after.

 

A semi-automatic 9mm handgun was found near the victim, with rounds remaining in the magazine. Six spent 9mm shell casings and two bullets were recovered from the scene.

 

Witnesses and preliminary investigations revealed that Mr Somkiat had followed his ex-wife, Ms Juthaporn and her new partner, Mr Thitiwat 29, to the house. After arriving, Mr Somkiat exited his vehicle holding a firearm and approached the couple.

 

According to Mr Thitiwat, Mr Somkiat chambered a round and attempted to aim the gun at him. Ms Juthaporn reportedly intervened in an attempt to de-escalate the situation. However, Mr Somkiat evaded her and continued his advance. In response, Mr Thitiwat retrieved his own firearm, a 9mm semi-automatic pistol, from a bag in his car and fired multiple shots at Mr Somkiat.

 

Mr Thitiwat stated he acted in self-defence and could not recall how many shots he fired. He then fled the scene in panic but later contacted police and surrendered himself at midnight, waiting at the entrance to the housing estate.

 

Officers recovered Mr Thitiwat’s car, a Toyota Altis, which contained the firearm used in the shooting. The weapon, along with Mr Somkiat’s gun, was confirmed to be legally registered. Both weapons and ammunition have been seized as evidence.

 

Witnesses, including neighbours, reported hearing six gunshots but did not hear any prior argument. Forensic evidence, CCTV footage, and witness testimonies are being reviewed to determine whether Mr Somkiat fired his weapon during the confrontation.

 

Police have charged Mr Thitiwat with homicide, possession of a firearm, and discharging a firearm in a public area. Investigations are ongoing to confirm the sequence of events.

 

-- 2025-01-27

 

13 minutes ago, Georgealbert said:

Mr Thitiwat retrieved his own firearm, a 9mm semi-automatic pistol, from a bag in his car and fired multiple shots at Mr Somkiat.

 

So under fire, being chased around the car he managed the above............Would love to see an action replay of that.....it would put Hollywood action movies to shame.

3 hours ago, Will B Good said:

4 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Mr Thitiwat retrieved his own firearm, a 9mm semi-automatic pistol, from a bag in his car and fired multiple shots at Mr Somkiat.

 

So under fire, being chased around the car he managed the above............Would love to see an action replay of that.....it would put Hollywood action movies to shame.

Thitiwat was, apparently, not under fire.

23 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

Thitiwat was, apparently, not under fire.

 

Mr Somkiat chambered a round and attempted to aim the gun at him

 

Never heard of poetic licence?

14 hours ago, Will B Good said:

 

Mr Somkiat chambered a round and attempted to aim the gun at him

 

Never heard of poetic licence?

Yep, this is a perfect example.... Mr Somkiat could have walked away and got on with life, instead he had to follow the EX-WIFE and new partner to seek vengeance.

He lost

oh dear ...  nothing is a shock here .. 

Am curious where all these Thais are getting their guns so easily. Seems everyone and their mother has a gun hiding somewhere in their home or possession. 

5 hours ago, thesetat said:

Am curious where all these Thais are getting their guns so easily. Seems everyone and their mother has a gun hiding somewhere in their home or possession. 

 

What's that got to do with it? I've been assured numerous times on this forum that guns aren't the issue...