Pickup Truck Ploughs into Songkran Crowd, Injures 12

Pickup Truck Ploughs into Songkran Crowd, Injures 12

A Songkran celebration in Sisaket turned tragic when a speeding pickup truck veered into a roadside crowd, injuring 12 people — including three young children. The 45-year-old driver, suspected of being intoxicated, was arrested and charged with reckless driving. Authorities await blood test results, while two of the injured remain in critical condition. The incident underscores ongoing safety concerns during Songkran, a period often marked by dangerous driving, heavy traffic, and alcohol use. Officials have called for greater responsibility and stricter enforcement.