Crime Armed Man Douses Home with Petrol, Fires Crossbow at Police Before Fleeing

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A dramatic and prolonged standoff unfolded in Nakhon Phanom province, after a mentally disturbed man barricaded himself inside his home, threatened to burn it down and fired multiple crossbow shots at law enforcement officers over several tense hours, before eventually fleeing under the cover of night.

 

The incident began during the afternoon, in Moo 5, Ban Na Pho, Ban Phueng Subdistrict, Mueang District. The suspect, identified only as Mr. Nai, also known by the nickname “Tu”, 45, is the son of a retired police officer and a former military serviceman. He reportedly experienced a severe mental episode, during which he poured petrol around the home and began threatening to set it alight.

 

Responding to emergency calls, local police led by Pol Lt Col Promsak Rattanadee, along with over 20 special operations officers and district officials, surrounded the two-storey house. Upon arrival, officers were met with a hail of crossbow bolts and improvised weapons thrown from the upper floor by the suspect, who remained inside and refused to surrender.

 

Torrential rainfall complicated access to the building, and the suspect’s elevated position gave him a tactical advantage. Police reported that at least one window was shattered by crossbow fire.

 

During the evening, in an attempt to subdue the man, police deployed tear gas into the residence. However, rather than calming him, the tactic intensified his aggression. Trained from his military background, the suspect retrieved the canister and hurled it back at the officers below, forcing them to retreat once again.

 

As the situation escalated, Mr. Nai poured additional petrol throughout the home and shouted that he would ignite the house if police attempted entry. Fire and emergency response units were dispatched to the scene by the Ban Phueng Subdistrict Administrative Organisation as a precaution.

 

As night fell, the man remained armed with a knife and crossbow, hurling verbal threats at officers and rejecting all negotiation efforts. His erratic behaviour and the threat of fire kept both authorities and local residents on edge well into the night.

 

Officials have not yet confirmed the exact cause of the breakdown, but family members and local leaders suspect possible substance abuse or a psychological condition. A thorough mental health and criminal evaluation is expected once the suspect is located.

 

After nearly eight hours of failed attempts to resolve the crisis peacefully, law enforcement made the decision to withdraw and reduce the visible police presence, in hopes of de-escalating the man’s rage. Relatives were allowed to approach the home in an attempt to calm him.

 

Later local village leaders and residents cautiously entered the house, only to find it empty. Mr. Nai had fled the property unnoticed, despite earlier threats and heavy surveillance. Authorities confirmed that a fire had indeed been set but was fortunately brought under control before spreading.

 

A manhunt is now underway as police and village leaders attempt to track down the fugitive.

 

Authorities continue to monitor the situation and have pledged a swift response should the suspect resurface or pose a renewed threat.

 

The case remains under investigation.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-26

 

 

 

 

 

[fredwiggy]

Calling this man mentally disturbed is a fact. No one in their right minds acts like this unless they are threatened with harm. This happens daily all over Thailand, by locals. What this man did isn't normal behavior by anyone, let alone by the few foreigners who do stupid things, usually inebriated and tourists. Sticking up for this man isn't normal "behavior". But of course it's normal behavior for you and a couple others here.

[Harrisfan]

We all need to be kind to each other

[DrJack54]

Several off topic and bickering posts removed. 

 

[dinsdale]

Ya-ba.

[bg53]

How did he escape???

[cdemundo]

Maybe it's time for a sub category "Cross Bow related crime".

[fredwiggy]

18 minutes ago, bg53 said:

How did he escape???

"After nearly eight hours of failed attempts to resolve the crisis peacefully, law enforcement made the decision to withdraw and reduce the visible police presence, in hopes of de-escalating the man’s rage. Relatives were allowed to approach the home in an attempt to calm him".

[WEBBYB808]

I would have liked to have been there on a sofa, with popcorn  and large soda.  Does this kind of news not entertain?  A crossbow with flaming arrows.  Incredible!

[NanLaew]

3 hours ago, Harrisfan said:

We all need to be kind to each other

 

Indeed. mi yabaa es tu yabaa