Crime Thai Teens Arrested for Setting Disabled Dog on Fire

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In a deeply disturbing incident that has shocked the nation, three teenagers in Lampang, northern Thailand, have been apprehended for setting a disabled dog ablaze in a temple bathroom.

 

The atrocity unfolded in Wat Phra That Lampangluang's abandoned bathroom and came to public attention after the perpetrators, all aged 14, shared a video of their actions on social media. The footage showed the black dog, already suffering from previous injuries, attempting to hide behind a toilet as it was mercilessly set on fire. The animal, sadly, succumbed to the flames.

 

Local residents, horrified by the footage, reported the incident to the Watchdog Thailand Foundation (WDT) on August 14. In response, police quickly detained the suspects. During questioning, the teenagers claimed they acted out of fear, suggesting they attacked preemptively, concerned the dog might bite them.

 

However, this narrative was dismissed by WDT, who stated the dog’s disabilities from a prior accident made such an attack implausible. They further accused the teens of siphoning petrol from a motorcycle, using it to ignite the helpless animal. The teens asserted the dog survived by leaping away from the flames, a claim WDT firmly rejected. They pointed out that the dog’s condition rendered it too incapacitated to escape or retaliate.

 

As the video circulated online, it provoked widespread outrage and calls for justice. WDT has urged Ko Kha Police to press the teenagers into revealing where they disposed of the dog’s remains.

 

 

This heartless act has not only raised questions about animal cruelty but also highlighted the influence of social media on such behaviours. As authorities pursue justice, discussions about better education on animal rights and ethical behaviours for youths have gained momentum.

 

Such acts of violence underscore a need for preventive measures and social interventions to avoid future occurrences. Lampang’s local community, along with various animal rights organisations, continue to push for accountability and strategies to protect vulnerable animals from such senseless cruelty.

 

Meanwhile, the incident has sparked a renewed dialogue on how to effectively address juvenile delinquency and the societal factors that may contribute to such alarming actions. Authorities are encouraged to implement educational programmes focusing on empathy and respect for all living creatures, hopefully preventing similarly horrifying acts in the future.

 

As this story unfolds, the nation watches closely, rooting for justice for the defenceless victim and advocating stronger protective laws for animals in Thailand.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-15

 

[EVENKEEL]

The one pet peeve I have about Thais is how they treat dogs especially in Isaan and guess Chang mai as well. The mindset of these people really helps me to dislike them.