British content creator Kevin Smith has claimed he was fired at by Thai soldiers near O’ Smach on the Thailand-Cambodia border on 13 May 2026, while Thai authorities say warning shots were discharged after a foreign national approached a restricted area. The incident took place at around 09:00 and has drawn attention to security procedures along the frontier.

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According to a Facebook post on Kevin Smith KH, Smith said he was shot at while filming at O’ Smach, which he described as Cambodian territory. The Phnom Penh Post reported that Smith, who has lived in Cambodia for over 10 years, shared a video showing the sound of two gunshots, although he claimed four were fired in total.

He said he was approximately 20 metres from barbed wire fencing and was filming content he said highlighted inconsistencies in the situation. Smith also stated this was his second visit to the site, referencing a previous incident two weeks earlier during which he said gunfire occurred while a diplomatic delegation was present, as well as a separate claim that nine shots were fired on 29 April.

US lobbyist Michael Alfaro, an American lobbyist who was previously presented as a 'White House Correspondent' by the Cambodian press during an earlier visit to Cambodia, commented on the incident and called for restraint, warning influencers against actions that could escalate tensions in sensitive border areas. Writing on Facebook, he said “All parties must use patience and restraint in handling the Cambodia-Thailand border situation

“Currently tensions are already very high. Provocative actions, insults, inappropriate gestures, or any escalation by any side will only increase the risk of a dangerous flare-up.

“The report regarding influencer Kevin Smith KH and the gunfire at the border should serve as a reminder that words and actions have consequences, especially in such sensitive areas.

“Influencers should exercise caution, maturity, and consider diplomatic principles at this time, and also be aware that influencers are not journalists and are not protected in the same way.

“People living along the border have already suffered enough. Peace and stability must come before everything else.”

Thai Army Region 2 said that at around 09:00 on 13 May officers detected a foreign man approaching barbed wire near the O’ Smach road entrance opposite Chong Chom in Surin province. The military stated that two warning shots were fired as a standard security measure to prevent unauthorised entry and reduce the risk of misunderstanding in a sensitive border zone.

Manager Online reported that no injuries have been reported. Thai authorities say the situation was handled under established border security protocols, and monitoring is expected to continue in the O’ Smach area amid ongoing sensitivity along the frontier.

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Well he got to create some content.

He must be pretty desperate if he risks getting shot—just to create some content

Maybe the idiot shouldn´t walk around in a controlled and disputed warzone.

I would say his pants ended up full of content!

The hands gesture says enough about him.

Anyone know which tailor he used ?

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

British content creator Kevin Smith has claimed he was fired at by Thai soldiers

Damm, Thai soldiers are poor shots, need training.

They also failed grenade class.

Soldier #15, was promoted to him away from the battle field, keep him out of harms way.

Edited May 14May 14 by SAFETY FIRST

1 hour ago, OldHand2541 said:

The hands gesture says enough about him.

Makes for an attractive target, that's for sure.

None too bright is our Kevin; unlucky enough to have been born ginger, but then thinks it’s a good idea to grow a fanny beard 🤓 

I'd like to put my skills in physiognomy to work here but the last time I did mods weren't impressed.

Absolute moron - he's quite a large target as well.....

His own stupidity could of got him killed.

Thick as 2 short planks.

British content creator tik tok moron, Kevin Smith ......

Wanted content , ended up discontent.

The definition of an opportunistic prat. I believe his account of the event has been embellished for the purpose of self promotion. Yes, a warning shot may have been fired, but it was most likely either a blank or not discharged in his general direction. He joins Johnny Somali, Sam Pepper, Candace Owens and others in the desperate quest for social media traffic.

"Content Creator".

Anyone who can't do anything else is called a content creator today.
Is that a special award for 'nothing else in the head'?
The behavior of these often 'nonsense creators' suggests this.

Edited May 15May 15 by BerndD

Fat ginger <deleted>, deserves to get airated

Beyond the fact that he was only 20 meters from areas that have seen hostilities recently

6 minutes ago, Patong2021 said:

The definition of an opportunistic prat. I believe his account of the event has been embellished for the purpose of self promotion. Yes, a warning shot may have been fired, but it was most likely either a blank or not discharged in his general direction. He joins Johnny Somali, Sam Pepper, Candace Owens and others in the desperate quest for social media traffic.

I think regardless of whether it was a blank or not, the guy is a moron for going near a border where armed conflict could erupt again.

Whatever the reason, I liken him to the videos of chit for brains that mess with those Brit guards and horses. Total stupidity and disrespect.

If it was a deliberate shot at him the person who fired the shot should get a dishonourable discharge for neglect of duty. The UK " content creator " is a total goose.

some of those 'content creators' deserve s little buckshot up the backside on occasions. Most of them a Bloody nuisance usually spouting rubbish.

Where is the #gofundme for his psychological damage causing life time anxiety?

UPDATE

Kevin Smith KH facebook page is not open to public viewing, but this is video of the reported incident, from Cambodia media KPT English (Kampuchea Thmey Daily)

Content Creator: AKA a nobody 🙄

Somebody needs to get a grip on this idiot.

4 hours ago, Jim Blue said:

Anyone know which tailor he used ?

One with no ability & very poor eyesight....

He had no business being there!

This man is totally crazy.. I hope the Thai military will keep him very far away... watch his instagram.. Mr. Smith is a danger for the public ... his facebook is not reachable... https://www.instagram.com/p/DRqy8wAEgVM/

A complete <deleted> who is looking for trouble and spreading false info. I suggest he goes back and tries to get closer. Maybe then he’ll get locked up and have a real good at some great content. A shot in the ass or a stint in jail may make him not look like such an idiot, but I wouldn’t bet on it. Numb nuts.

How did they miss this fat lad?

the useless fat lump has lived in cambodia for 10 years apparently, wonder how he has been supporting himself ? looking at the video he has produced I can not imagine it is from his You tube following.

Anyway he looks a bit creepy to me, probably an Incel, I bet his hard drive and mobile devices would not stand up well to scrutiny.