Accident Drunk Driver Crashes into Motorbikes in Phetchabun

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of Khaosod.

 

A 21-year-old man was killed and two others seriously injured after a heavily intoxicated pickup truck driver collided with two motorcycles on a rural road in Wang Pong district, Phetchabun province. The driver attempted to flee the scene but was apprehended by police after crashing into a power pole.

 

The fatal crash occurred on the evening of 26 June on the Wang Pong–Nong Khanak Road, near the S-curve in Ban Wang Kradat Ngoen, Village No. 13, Tha Dong Subdistrict. Officers from Wang Pong Police Station, along with rescue personnel from Wang Pong Ruamjai Foundation, responded to the emergency call.

 

At the scene, two Honda Wave motorcycles bearing Phetchabun registration plates were found severely damaged. One rider, Mr. Pawarit aged 21, was pronounced dead at the scene. He suffered catastrophic injuries, including his abdomen was torn open and a severed left foot. Two other individuals sustained serious injuries and were transported to a local hospital.

 

Approximately one kilometre from the scene, a Nissan pickup truck with Sisaket registration was discovered after crashing into a roadside power pole. The driver had attempted to flee following the collision but was unable to continue after the second crash rendered the vehicle inoperable.

 

Police from Wang Pong Station arrested the driver and conducted a breathalyser test, which confirmed a blood alcohol level well above the legal limit. He now faces multiple charges, including driving under the influence, reckless driving causing death and causing serious injury.

Footage taken by concerned citizens captured the suspect’s attempted escape. In one video, the driver can be seen struggling to dislodge a motorcycle stuck beneath the front of his vehicle, rocking the car back and forth several times before finally speeding off. Another video shows the pickup losing control and crashing into the power pole, effectively ending the pursuit.

 

Police continue to gather evidence and have praised the quick actions of bystanders who helped document the incident and ensure the suspect was brought to justice.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-06-28