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Army Lieutenant Colonel Faces Four Charges Over Drunk Driving

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An army officer holding the rank of lieutenant colonel has been formally charged after a road crash in Nakhon Ratchasima led to injuries and a dispute with police. The officer, described as intoxicated and uncooperative at the scene, has now presented himself to investigators and acknowledged four separate charges. Authorities confirmed that the case will be submitted to military superiors for further disciplinary action.

 

The incident occurred on 26 September 2025 when a Toyota Vios car, registered in Nakhon Ratchasima, collided with the rear of a red Honda Wave motorcycle on the frontage road outside Pak Chong District Office. The motorcycle rider, identified as 31-year-old Mr. Khanaphat, was thrown to the ground and sustained injuries, while his vehicle was damaged. Rescue workers transported him to Pak Chong Nana Hospital for treatment.


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Police investigators arriving at the scene reported that the driver of the Toyota displayed signs of alcohol consumption. When asked to take a breathalyser test at the station, he initially refused, swore at officers and claimed he would take responsibility without needing to comply. Although he eventually attempted the test, he only did so in a way that the breathalyser could not register a result.

 

Friends later arrived and disclosed that the driver was a lieutenant colonel attached to a military camp in the area. Concerned about potential complications, police allowed him to leave, pending further investigation. This decision prompted questions and the case quickly drew public attention after being reported in local media.

 

On 29 September 2025, Police Lieutenant Colonel Sirisan Chanthaphakdee, an investigating officer with Pak Chong Police Station, confirmed that the army officer had since attended questioning and accepted four charges. These are: driving under the influence of alcohol, reckless driving causing injury, insulting an official and disobeying a lawful order after refusing the breath test. Under Thai law, refusal to undergo testing is treated as evidence of intoxication.

 

Investigators are now compiling documents and evidence, with the case expected to be concluded within a week. The file will then be submitted both to the public prosecutor and to the 21st Military Circle in Nakhon Ratchasima. The army will proceed with disciplinary measures in line with military regulations once the case is formally transferred.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• An army lieutenant colonel has been charged with four offences after a drink-driving incident in Pak Chong.

• The accident injured a 31-year-old motorcyclist and caused property damage.

• The case will be sent to both prosecutors and the officer’s military command for legal and disciplinary action.

 

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On 9/29/2025 at 10:26 PM, Georgealbert said:

The case will be sent to both prosecutors and the officer’s military command for legal and disciplinary action.

 

A slap on the wrist? 

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