Security Camera Dispute Escalates to Shooting in Phetchabun

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A conflict over a security camera in Phetchabun province has led to a tense standoff after a man shot his neighbour and a police officer. The incident began on April 9 in Ban Khlong Kon Huad, Mueang Chon Daen, when 43-year-old Manop objected to his neighbour Viroj's security camera capturing footage of his property. This disagreement quickly escalated into violence, with Manop shooting Viroj before fleeing into a nearby forest.

Police Colonel Chaiya Nukhumsap and his team launched a manhunt for Manop, during which Pol. Maj. Kasidet Wacharamonchai was also shot in the right leg by the suspect. Both Viroj and Pol. Maj. Kasidet were promptly taken to Chon Daen Hospital and later transferred to Phetchabun Hospital for further care.

Despite the police's efforts to negotiate Manop's surrender, the suspect remains evasive, hiding in the forest. Family members, including Manop's mother, sister, daughter, and son, have been enlisted to persuade him to surrender but have had no success so far. The standoff, stretching beyond three hours, has compelled the police to resort to using tear gas in an attempt to pressure Manop into surrendering.

The altercation was triggered by Manop's objection to Viroj's security camera installation, which led to a heated argument and the shooting. As the manhunt continues, police are determined to apprehend Manop and resolve the situation without further harm, reported The Thaiger.