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A village chief is on the run after carrying out a horrific shooting rampage that left three people dead and two others seriously injured in what police believe was a jealous rage over his wife.

 

The incident took place at around 19:25 on 22 July, in Moo 12 village, Sri Chomphu Subdistrict, So Phisai District, Bung Kan Province. According to police, the suspect, identified as Mr. Pratuan, used two firearms, a shotgun and a handgun, to open fire on his wife, her father and several others.

 

Police and emergency services arrived to find two victims already deceased at the scene, Mr. Pratuan’s wife and a male assistant village chief. Three others were rushed to hospital with critical injuries, but one, the deputy mayor of Sri Chomphu Subdistrict Administrative Organisation, later succumbed to his wounds, bringing the death toll to three.

 

The suspect’s father-in-law remains in a coma, while another local resident caught in the crossfire sustained serious injuries but is reported to be stable.

 

Initial investigations suggest the motive was jealousy. Mr. Pratuan had reportedly made threats in the past, stating, “If my wife gets involved with anyone, I will wipe out her entire family.”

 

Police are now conducting an urgent manhunt for the suspect, who is believed to have fled towards the Kok Kasa–Na Sawan area. Officers from Bung Kan Provincial Police, forensic teams, and local rescue units are involved in the search.

 

The incident has shocked the local community, with authorities urging residents in nearby areas to remain vigilant. Anyone who spots the suspect or has relevant information is urged to contact the police immediately.

 

Authorities have yet to confirm whether Mr. Pratuan was under the influence of alcohol or drugs at the time of the attack. The man is still considered armed and extremely dangerous.

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-07-23

 

 

 

UPDATE
Village Headman Surrenders After Triple Murder in Jealous Rage

 

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A village headman who went on a deadly shooting rampage, killing three people and injuring two others in what appears to be a jealous outburst, has surrendered to police.

 

The suspect, identified as Mr. Pratuan, headman of Moo 12 village in Sri Chomphu subdistrict, So Phisai district, Bung Kan province, turned himself in after a manhunt was launched in response to the grisly attack.

 

According to police, Mr. Pratuan used both a long-barrelled shotgun and a handgun to carry out the shooting. The victims include his own wife, the Deputy Mayor of Sri Chomphu Subdistrict Administrative Organisation and the village assistant headman. His father-in-law was critically injured and another villager was hurt by a stray bullet.

 

Initial investigations suggest jealousy was the motive. Reports indicate that Mr. Pratuan had previously warned those close to him, “If my wife gets involved with anyone, I’ll wipe out their whole family.”

 

Police have taken Mr. Pratuan into custody and are interrogating him to determine the full circumstances and motive behind the crime. The investigation is ongoing.

 

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from Khoasod 2025-07-24