Pictures courtesy of Khaosod 

 

A police officer shot and killed a 30-year-old petrol station employee in Chachoengsao on 15 November 2025, prompting shock among colleagues and the victim’s family. The shooting occurred at around 12.40 at a newly opened station in Moo 18, Ban Thung Hiang, Tha Kradan subdistrict, Sanam Chai Khet district. Officers from Sanam Chai Khet Police Station, along with investigators and patrol units, arrived quickly after receiving reports of gunfire.

 

At the scene, police found the victim, Mr Atsadawut “Mai” Buayaem, lying dead in a pool of blood near the fuel pumps. He had sustained gunshot wounds to the left and right chest and the left thigh. Investigators recovered four spent cartridges, one located near the rear fuel dispenser.

 

A co-worker, Ms Jai, said the victim had been using his phone near the front pump before a man suddenly approached and fired four shots. She said she was terrified and had no knowledge of any prior dispute between the victim and the assailant. Her account indicated no warnings or confrontation occurred immediately before the attack.

 

The victim’s mother, Ms Yupaporn, wept at the scene, questioning why her only son had been killed. She stated that he was a hardworking man with no family of his own and had never had conflicts with the suspect. Local village head Noree Singkaew also confirmed that the victim had no criminal record or history of misconduct.

 

Police detained the suspect within an hour of the incident. He was identified as Pol L/Cpl Worawat Thanakittianan, nicknamed “Pure”, serving with Subdivision 2 of the Police Special Operations Division. He had returned to his family home in the area during time off.

 

Khoasod reported that Dduring questioning, the officer admitted shooting the victim with a .38 revolver. He claimed only that the two had longstanding disagreements, without providing further detail. Police have held him at the station for legal processing, while the victim’s body was sent to hospital for examination. Authorities stated the case will proceed strictly according to the law.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• A police officer shot dead a 30-year-old petrol station worker in Chachoengsao on 15 November 2025.

• The suspect, a serving officer, was arrested within an hour and confessed to the shooting.

• Police say the case will be handled according to legal procedures, with investigations continuing.

 

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  Adapted  by  Asean  Now from Khaosod 2025-11-16

 

 

 

 

 

Another Crazy cop with a gun thats terrible 

On 11/16/2025 at 7:40 AM, ozz1 said:

Another Crazy cop with a gun thats terrible 

Transferred to another post?

Great example of how to settle a disagreement, but make sure you factor in the rest of your life in prison. ...

On 11/16/2025 at 5:45 AM, Georgealbert said:

Khoasod reported that Dduring questioning, the officer admitted shooting the victim with a .38 revolver. He claimed only that the two had longstanding disagreements, without providing further detail.

One issue resolved, another about to begin...

A small payment to the victim's family so they will not press charges, followed by a new posting in a different province and complete lack of media follow-up - end of story.

Good only responsible people have guns in Thailand. Just shows how hot headed some are most would think of the consequences for your self and family before committing such a crime its not like he thought he wouldn't be caught

In the vid it seems the cop in sunglasses finds it funny.....🙄

Looks like Big Joke was pretty much spot on! Terrible, 

2 hours ago, Kerryd said:

A small payment to the victim's family so they will not press charges, followed by a new posting in a different province and complete lack of media follow-up - end of story.

Sadly you could be right

I guess the cop has the right to carry a gun. 

His mum will say he's a nice boy and will never do it again 

The Cop has the wrong " Nickname "......PURE ?? WTF !!

Police chief got his work cut out trying to convince the public that his police force isn't just another mafia operating in thailand 

3 hours ago, brian69 said:

In the vid it seems the cop in sunglasses finds it funny.....🙄

In the comments for the video lots of Thai's are talking about how the police are smiling and laughing at the scene.

On 11/15/2025 at 11:45 PM, Georgealbert said:

gunshot wounds to the left and right chest and the left thigh.

 

Pathetic grouping.

On 11/17/2025 at 8:22 AM, Tailwagsdog said:

Great example of how to settle a disagreement, but make sure you factor in the rest of your life in prison. ...

They can't think that far.