Elder Brother Kills Addicted Sibling to Protect Father in Udon Thani Incident

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

In a harrowing case, a 46-year-old man fatally struck his younger brother with a wooden stick to stop him from attacking their elderly father. The suspect, who immediately surrendered to police, claimed he acted in defence of their parent.

 

At approximately 18:15 on 14 April, Pol. Lt. Sarawut Chomphuthon, deputy investigator at Phen Police Station, received reports of a fatal domestic incident in Village 6 of Ban Sri Boonruang, Na Phu Subdistrict, Phen District, Udon Thani Province.

 

Upon arrival at the single-storey concrete residence, authorities discovered the lifeless body of 44-year-old Mr. Woradeth, lying in a pool of blood behind the house. A knife sheath was found near his right hand, while the blade was located beside a banana tree. A one-metre eucalyptus stick, believed to be the murder weapon, lay near a water jar.

 

Forensic teams noted signs of struggle at the scene. An autopsy revealed a deep laceration above the right ear and severe swelling on the head, indicating blunt force trauma.

 

Standing at the scene awaiting arrest was the victim’s older brother, Mr. Prayat, who confessed to the killing. He told police he was compelled to act after his brother, allegedly high on methamphetamine, threatened their 68-year-old father with a knife.

 

The father, Mr. Nuchon, explained that both sons had previously married and divorced before returning to live with their parents. The younger son, Mr. Woradeth, reportedly had a long history of substance abuse and frequently demanded money to buy methamphetamine and alcohol. When refused, he would become violent, brandishing weapons and destroying household items.

 

On the day of the incident, Mr. Woradeth had already received 40 baht twice, first to buy alcohol, then methamphetamine. Later, he began threatening their father once again. Normally, Mr. Nuchon would flee to stay with relatives during such outbursts. This time, however, the elder son intervened. A violent altercation followed, culminating in the fatal blow.

 

“I love both my sons,” Mr. Nuchon said with sorrow. “But I didn’t expect it to end like this. I don’t know what else I could have done.”

 

The case is now under formal investigation, with Mr. Prayat in custody awaiting further legal procedures.

 

-- 2025-04-16

 

 

 

[JoePai]

Fair enough

[Woke to Sounds]

3 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

The younger son, Mr. Woradeth, reportedly had a long history of substance abuse and frequently demanded money to buy methamphetamine and alcohol. When refused, he would become violent, brandishing weapons and destroying household items.

 

Kids these days.

 

Spoiled brat!

[KannikaP]

What could he buy for 2 x Bht 40?

[Scouse123]

On 4/16/2025 at 7:38 AM, KannikaP said:

What could he buy for 2 x Bht 40?

 

Who cares?

[CLW]

On 4/16/2025 at 7:38 AM, KannikaP said:

What could he buy for 2 x Bht 40?

One tablet Methamphetamine is only 20 THB these days 

[sammieuk1]

The forensics team wastes no time here get him in the box ..next🤔

 

[hotchilli]

On 4/16/2025 at 3:48 AM, Georgealbert said:

On the day of the incident, Mr. Woradeth had already received 40 baht twice, first to buy alcohol, then methamphetamine. Later, he began threatening their father once again. Normally, Mr. Nuchon would flee to stay with relatives during such outbursts. This time, however, the elder son intervened. A violent altercation followed, culminating in the fatal blow

Give the son a pardon... 

[kiwikeith]

On 4/16/2025 at 8:48 AM, Georgealbert said:

 

Picture courtesy of Khoasod.

 

In a harrowing case, a 46-year-old man fatally struck his younger brother with a wooden stick to stop him from attacking their elderly father. The suspect, who immediately surrendered to police, claimed he acted in defence of their parent.

 

At approximately 18:15 on 14 April, Pol. Lt. Sarawut Chomphuthon, deputy investigator at Phen Police Station, received reports of a fatal domestic incident in Village 6 of Ban Sri Boonruang, Na Phu Subdistrict, Phen District, Udon Thani Province.

 

Upon arrival at the single-storey concrete residence, authorities discovered the lifeless body of 44-year-old Mr. Woradeth, lying in a pool of blood behind the house. A knife sheath was found near his right hand, while the blade was located beside a banana tree. A one-metre eucalyptus stick, believed to be the murder weapon, lay near a water jar.

 

Forensic teams noted signs of struggle at the scene. An autopsy revealed a deep laceration above the right ear and severe swelling on the head, indicating blunt force trauma.

 

Standing at the scene awaiting arrest was the victim’s older brother, Mr. Prayat, who confessed to the killing. He told police he was compelled to act after his brother, allegedly high on methamphetamine, threatened their 68-year-old father with a knife.

 

The father, Mr. Nuchon, explained that both sons had previously married and divorced before returning to live with their parents. The younger son, Mr. Woradeth, reportedly had a long history of substance abuse and frequently demanded money to buy methamphetamine and alcohol. When refused, he would become violent, brandishing weapons and destroying household items.

 

On the day of the incident, Mr. Woradeth had already received 40 baht twice, first to buy alcohol, then methamphetamine. Later, he began threatening their father once again. Normally, Mr. Nuchon would flee to stay with relatives during such outbursts. This time, however, the elder son intervened. A violent altercation followed, culminating in the fatal blow.

 

“I love both my sons,” Mr. Nuchon said with sorrow. “But I didn’t expect it to end like this. I don’t know what else I could have done.”

 

The case is now under formal investigation, with Mr. Prayat in custody awaiting further legal procedures.

 

-- 2025-04-16

 

 

 

very sad, a trip to the monastery for a few months might have saved him, Thais hate mental institutions nobody in the family is crazy but the monks  can can fix these people, truly sad

[jcmj]

He was protecting his father. It was basically self defense of family and should be treated with respect. Sad yes, but the father and brother could have been killed on any other rage incidents of the mentally unstable and addicted violent brother. At least that is now not going to be an issue. 

[Watawattana]

Based on the OP the only outcome should be that no charges are brought and he is immediately released.  Hope him and his father live long lives in peace, far away from the madness of drugs.