Rescue Workers Clash and Open Fire on Lad Phrao Road, Injuring Three

Bangkok: Rescue workers from two foundations engaged in a violent altercation on Lad Phrao Road, leaving three individuals injured. Police are actively seeking the gunman responsible for the shooting.

According to Thai News Agency, Wang Thonglang Police Station received a report early today about a confrontation between rescue workers, which escalated into a shooting at the entrance to Soi Lat Phrao 122, Phlapphla Subdistrict, Wang Thonglang District. Upon investigation, authorities discovered a pool of blood and five bullet casings at the scene.

The altercation resulted in injuries to three people. Mr. Jirayut, 27, sustained a gunshot wound to the neck, and Mr. Akkaradet, 36, was shot above the left nipple. Both are volunteers with the Ruamkatanyu Foundation and were transported to Lat Phrao Hospital. Ms. Chitthiwa, 25, a volunteer from the Siam Ruam Jai Foundation, was taken to Nopparat Rajathanee Hospital.

Investigations revealed that the incident began when both rescue teams responded to a motorcycle accident report. After arriving and administering first aid, the workers began arguing, which escalated into a physical fight followed by gunfire. The gunman, described as wearing a t-shirt and three-quarter length pants, fled the scene.

Police are reviewing CCTV footage and questioning the injured to understand the altercation’s motive, suspected to be a dispute over the injured accident victim. They are working diligently to locate the gunman for further questioning and legal proceedings.