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A devastating road crash involving the equipment transport truck of the Esan Nakhon Sin Mor Lam troupe has left two people dead. The event has sent shockwaves through the troupe’s fanbase, with management expressing deep condolences and pledging support for the families of the victims.

 

The incident occurred around noon on 13 March in Khueang Nai District, Ubon Ratchathani. The Esan Nakhon Sin truck was returning from a performance in Khong Chiam the previous night and was travelling towards Roi Et for an evening show.

 

According to reports, the truck was following a covered pickup truck when the latter suddenly swerved away, revealing a stationary ten-wheeler parked on the roadside. The Esan Nakhon Sin truck was unable to stop in time and collided with the rear of the parked lorry. The impact caused the parked vehicle to lurch forward, crushing its owner, who had stepped in front of it to relieve himself.

 

The crash resulted in a second fatality, as one crew member of the Esan Nakhon Sin troupe, who was seated as a passenger, on the left side of the transport truck, was trapped in the wreckage and pronounced dead at the scene.

 

The Esan Nakhon Sin management team took to social media to express their sorrow, posting: “We extend our deepest sympathies for this tragic loss and send our thoughts and support to the families and all team members.”

 

Fans of the troupe have flooded social media with messages of condolence and encouragement, showing solidarity with the grieving families and the Esan Nakhon Sin team.

 

Police are continuing the investigation into the incident.

 

-- 2025-03-14

 

WHO estimates indicated 18,218 road traffic deaths, an average of 50 per day. The most affected were those aged between 15 and 29; and motorcyclists who accounted for 83.8% of all traffic deaths.

 

Sad statistic.....

Piss poor driving - yet again