Samut Prakan:A heated altercation between a factory worker and a bus driver led to a stabbing incident in Samut Prakan. The incident occurred in front of a convenience store at Nad Thai Ban in the Mueang District, where the bus driver, identified as Mr. Thawatchai, 35, was attacked with a folding knife.

According to Thai News Agency, the altercation took place at approximately 900 PM. The police received a report of the assault, which resulted in injuries. Upon arrival, they found the bus transporting employees parked by the roadside, with Mr. Thawatchai suffering from a knife wound in his neck. Rescue workers provided first aid before transporting him to Samut Prakan Hospital for further treatment.

The assailant, Mr. Somnuk, a factory worker and passenger on the bus, did not flee the scene. He waited for the police to arrive and provided his statement before being taken into custody for further questioning. Mr. Thawatchai, despite his injury, informed authorities that the dispute arose while driving, leading to the attack by Mr. Somnuk, who appeared to be intoxicated.

During initial questioning by the police, Mr. Somnuk admitted to the argument with the bus driver, claiming it provoked him to draw a folding knife from his pants pocket and stab the driver. The police have charged Mr. Somnuk with assault and carrying a knife in a public place without reasonable cause. They are currently waiting for Mr. Thawatchai to stabilize to obtain a full statement and proceed with the investigation.