Cambodian Man Sets Five Myanmar Workers Ablaze in Bangkok

Five Myanmar migrant workers suffered serious injuries after they were set on fire by a Cambodian man in Bangkok’s Phra Khanong district in the early hours of 3 July, according to emergency responders. The attack took place inside Soi Punnawithi 12 in Bang Chak, prompting a major emergency response and the victims’ transfer to several hospitals.

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Rescue volunteers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation were called to the scene after receiving reports that several Myanmar workers had been attacked and set alight. On arrival, they found five people with severe burn injuries, comprising three men and two women, all identified as Myanmar nationals.

Emergency personnel provided immediate assistance before transporting the injured victims to multiple hospitals for urgent medical treatment. Authorities have not released details of their conditions beyond describing the injuries as serious.

Police identified the suspected attacker as a Cambodian man. Officers are continuing to investigate the motive behind the attack. At this stage, investigators have not disclosed what led to the alleged assault or whether the suspect has been formally charged. Further details are expected once police complete initial interviews and gather evidence from the scene.

The incident has drawn a large emergency response due to the number of casualties and the severity of the injuries. Rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation assisted alongside police in managing the aftermath and ensuring the victims received urgent medical care.

Daily News reported the investigation is ongoing, with officers working to establish the circumstances that preceded the attack and determine the suspect’s alleged motive. Authorities are expected to provide further updates as inquiries continue.

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Adapted by ASEAN Now Dailynews 3 July 2026

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