Police Subdue Knife-Wielding Man Shouting “I Got 200 Baht” in Sa Kaeo

[Georgealbert]

Picture captured from Facebook video below.

 

A man wielding two knives caused panic among locals in Mueang Sa Kaeo as he staggered down a road shouting, “I got 200 baht!” Police officers subdued him after a dramatic struggle, and he was subsequently detained in a local police station.

 

The incident occurred on 1 February in Moo 4, Tha Yaek Subdistrict, Mueang Sa Kaeo District, during the election for provincial administrative organisation councillors. The event gained public attention after a Facebook user, “John Wick,” posted a video of the man’s erratic behaviour. The clip was widely shared on social media, with many expressing concern about social issues and substance abuse.

 

Police Officers from Pang Sida Police Station, who were on their way to monitor polling stations, encountered the man on the road. He was carrying a long-handled knife and a shorter blade, waving them erratically and alarming passers-by. The suspect, later identified as Mr Nai, aged 34, was reportedly heavily intoxicated.

 

Seizing an opportunity as he stumbled and fell in the middle of the road, police officers rushed in to disarm him. A struggle ensued as officers attempted to wrestle the knives from his grip. A local man in an orange shirt stepped in to assist, successfully removing the weapons from the scene. Additional officers arrived and managed to restrain the suspect.

 

During the altercation, Police Senior Sergeant Major Anan Buayai sustained an injury, dislocating his left shoulder. He was taken to Somdet Phra Yupharat Sa Kaeo Hospital for treatment.

 

Local residents reported that the man had been seen wandering the area since the morning, carrying a bottle of white spirit. Witnesses heard him repeatedly shouting, “I got 200 baht!”, an amount some speculated could be related to election-related payments.

 

Mr Nai is a known alcoholic in the community and is unemployed. His parents separated, with his father moving to Sakon Nakhon to start a new family.

 

Following his arrest, police detained him at Pang Sida Police Station to allow him to sober up before questioning.

 

The video of the incident sparked widespread discussion online, with many users calling for stronger measures against drug and alcohol abuse. Some questioned why alcohol was available despite election-day restrictions, while others criticised the growing prevalence of substance abuse in Thai society.

 

Authorities have yet to confirm whether the suspect will face charges, pending further investigation into his mental and physical condition.

 

-- 2025-02-02

 

 

[JoePai]

Hmm that's nothing, just checked and I have 201 Baht  😎

[Woke to Sounds of Horking]

The devil rice wine strikes again, though I think yabba could be implicated too. Would account for the machetes.

 

The tackling officer is lucky he didn't get sliced.

[hotchilli]

20 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Local residents reported that the man had been seen wandering the area since the morning, carrying a bottle of white spirit. Witnesses heard him repeatedly shouting, “I got 200 baht!”, an amount some speculated could be related to election-related payments.

Lol...

[klauskunkel]

20 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

“I got 200 baht!” Police officers subdued him after a dramatic struggle, and he was subsequently detained in a local police station.

After he sobered up: "Where us my 200 baht?!?"

[steven100]

old AN member ....

[Ralf001]

1 minute ago, steven100 said:

old AN member ....

 

I think Transman lives in Sa Kaeo !

[watchcat]

20 hours ago, JoePai said:

Hmm that's nothing, just checked and I have 201 Baht  😎

 

But you can't vote no matter how much money youv'e got