Killing of Elderly Mother by Mentally Ill Son in Kamphaeng Phet

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A shocking domestic incident unfolded in Kamphaeng Phet province, where a 52-year-old man used a machete to brutally kill his 84-year-old mother, inflicting over ten wounds across her body. The suspect, known to suffer from mental illness, has been charged with parricide.

The incident took place on the evening of 19 June at a family home in Ko Ta Subdistrict, Khanu Woralaksaburi District. Police, forensic officers, and rescue volunteers were called to the scene, where they discovered the lifeless body of Mrs. Malee, lying face-down in a pool of blood in the kitchen.

According to initial examination, the victim sustained more than ten slashing wounds. These included a major gash at the back of the head, another large wound to the left shoulder, seven smaller cuts along the left arm and three minor wounds at the back of the left knee. The body has since been transferred to Khanu Woralaksaburi Hospital for a full forensic examination.

The alleged attacker, Mr. Jakkrit, the victim’s own son, was found sitting quietly in his bedroom when his older sister returned from work and discovered the gruesome scene. After questioning him, he admitted to the killing. She immediately locked the house and called police, who quickly arrived and detained the suspect.

The suspect reportedly spoke coherently during initial questioning. Relatives and neighbours confirmed he had long-standing psychiatric issues and had been under treatment for years. However, recent signs suggested his condition may have worsened. Neighbours described increasingly erratic behaviour in the days leading up to the murder.

One local resident recounted a disturbing incident just days earlier when the suspect demanded to sleep at her house, claiming to be afraid of ghosts. When refused, he allegedly became aggressive and attempted to force his way in, causing the woman and her child to flee for safety. She also noted that he frequently carried knives and had a collection of blades in his possession.

On the day of the murder, neighbours reported hearing him shouting and causing a disturbance. Police later found three machetes in his room but have yet to determine which was used in the attack.

Mr. Jakkrit has been formally charged with murder of a parent. He will undergo a detailed psychiatric evaluation to determine his mental state at the time of the crime.

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khoasod 2025-06-21