Man Killed by Younger Brother in Drunken Dispute

Picture courtesy of Khoasod of the victim being taken to hospital.

A family gathering turned deadly in Ban Dung district, Udon Thani, when a younger half brother fatally stabbed his elder sibling following a heated argument during a drinking session.

The incident occurred at around 21:30 on 23 February in a house in Dong Yen subdistrict. Police from Dong Yen Police Station were called to the scene after reports of a stabbing. The victim, identified as Mr. Phumiwat (nickname: Sua), 35, was rushed to hospital but later succumbed to his injuries. The suspect, Mr. Sakchai (nickname: Hin), 32, who is his younger half brother, remained at the house and surrendered to authorities.

According to initial investigations, the two brothers, who shared the same mother but had different fathers, had been drinking together. Witnesses stated that the conversation was initially cordial but later turned into an argument. Mr. Sakchai complained about financially supporting the household while his older brother, who was unemployed, used the money. His remarks allegedly struck a nerve, leading to a confrontation.

A witness, Mr. Phithak  36, who was drinking with them, said the argument escalated when Mr. Phumiwat accused his brother of insulting him. In a fit of rage, the victim picked up a guitar to attack his brother, while Mr. Sakchai grabbed a knife from the table. Other guests attempted to intervene, but in the struggle, Mr. Sakchai stabbed his brother in the chest.

Following the stabbing, locals alerted the police, and family members rushed to the scene. Mr. Sakchai remained at the house and did not attempt to flee. The victim was taken to Ban Dung Hospital, but his condition worsened, and he was later transferred to Udon Thani Central Hospital, where he succumbed to his injuries on 24 February.

When questioned by police, Mr. Sakchai appeared distressed and asked relatives to take care of their mother. He has been taken into custody at Dong Yen Police Station.

Police continue their investigation into the case, with charges to follow.

-- 2025-02-25