Accident Electric Shock from Parade Vehicle Kills Two at Wedding

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Komchadluek.

 

A joyful wedding celebration turned into a scene of heartbreak when two men were electrocuted by a parade vehicle that had developed an electrical fault. The incident occurred in the early evening at Ban Kor village in Huai Tai sub-district, Khukhan district, Si Sa Ket province.

 

The two victims were identified as 36-year-old Mr. Rungkiat, known by his nickname “Party,” the owner of the modified vehicle used as a parade sound system and 52-year-old Mr. Lon, a relative of the bride’s family. Both were pronounced dead shortly after being rushed to Khukhan Hospital.

 

According to eyewitnesses, incident unfolded at around 16:00 on 19 June, as final preparations were underway for the last day of a two-day wedding celebration. Mr. Rungkiat had driven his blue modified pickup truck, equipped with powerful loudspeakers and lighting for mor lam music, to the venue. He was in the process of setting up the stage and connecting the sound and lighting systems.

Without warning, Mr. Rungkiat collapsed next to the truck. Unaware of what had caused the fall, several guests rushed forward to help, including Mr. Lon. However, in his attempt to assist, Mr. Lon reportedly stumbled into a barbed wire fence, and as he grabbed the side of the vehicle for support, he was also electrocuted.

 

It quickly became apparent that an electrical current was leaking from the vehicle, though the precise cause remains unclear. One witness said someone used a plastic chair to push Mr. Lon’s body away from the truck, after which power to the system was hastily cut.

 

Both men were administered CPR and taken to hospital but were later confirmed dead.

 

The wedding host, who had hired the vehicle for 17,000 baht to provide music entertainment for guests, said the performance was scheduled to begin at 18:00. 

 

Local authorities have launched a full investigation into the cause of the electrical fault, as questions mount over safety precautions and potential negligence.

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from Khomchadluek 2025-06-21