<p><meta name="uuid" content="uuid7Qa99TCPm3m4" /></p>

<p>Thai police reported on Saturday (Dec 14) that two suspects had been taken into custody as authorities continued investigating a bombing in northern Thailand that killed at least three people and left dozens injured.</p>

<p>The incident occurred on Friday night at the Red Cross Fair 2024 in Umphang District, Tak Province, which borders Myanmar.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A bomb, believed to be a homemade device, was thrown into a crowd near a concert stage where people were enjoying a performance at approximately 11:30 pm (local time). Local police confirmed that at least 48 individuals were injured.</p>

<p><strong>Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/south-koreas-president-yoon-impeached-what-happens-now-all-you-need-to-know-783957" target="_blank">South Korea President Yoon impeached: What happens now? All you need to know</a></strong></p>

<p>Defence Ministry spokesperson Thanathip Sawangsang told The Associated Press that local police had reported a fight between rival groups of men before the explosion. He clarified that there was no indication of a wider security threat. “The forensic evidence showed that the explosive device was a homemade bomb,” Thanathip added.</p>

<p>Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra extended her condolences to the victims and their families. She asked security forces and relevant agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter and assist those affected.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsap said, “She has tasked the National Police Chief and local security agencies with prioritising care for the injured, conducting detailed investigations, and gathering evidence to apprehend the perpetrators quickly.”</p>

<p><strong>Watch: Syria: Watchdog Warns Syria On Chemical Weapons; Israeli Strikes Target Syrian Military Assets</strong></p>

<div class="ui-state-default" contenteditable="false">
<div class="twitter-block" draggable="false">
<div class="videoWrapper trancodeVideo"><iframe allowfullscreen="" autoplay="1" class="includeVideo" frameborder="0" height="350" src="https://www.wionews.com/videos/syria-watchdog-warns-syria-on-chemical-weapons-israeli-strikes-target-syrian-military-assets-783984/embed" style="width:100%;max-width:560px;" width="560"></iframe></div>
</div>
<a class="close-mark close-div" href="#" id="jqclosemark">×</a></div>

<p>Jirayu added, “Additionally, she has instructed police, administrative officers, and security personnel nationwide to enhance safety measures at festivals during this period. This includes conducting hazardous materials inspections to ensure public safety.”</p>

<p>“These measures are to be implemented urgently, with progress reports submitted to the Prime Minister.”</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Thai police reported on Saturday (Dec 14) that two suspects had been taken into custody as authorities continued investigating a bombing in northern Thailand that killed at least three people and left dozens injured.

Thai police reported on Saturday (Dec 14) that two suspects had been taken into custody as authorities continued investigating a bombing in northern Thailand that killed at least three people and left dozens injured. The incident occurred on Friday night at the Red Cross Fair 2024 in Umphang District, Tak Province, which borders Myanmar. A bomb, believed to be a homemade device, was thrown into a crowd near a concert stage where people were enjoying a performance at approximately 11:30 pm (local time). Local police confirmed that at least 48 individuals were injured. Also read: South Korea President Yoon impeached: What happens now? All you need to know Defence Ministry spokesperson Thanathip Sawangsang told The Associated Press that local police had reported a fight between rival groups of men before the explosion. He clarified that there was no indication of a wider security threat. “The forensic evidence showed that the explosive device was a homemade bomb,” Thanathip added. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra extended her condolences to the victims and their families. She asked security forces and relevant agencies to thoroughly investigate the matter and assist those affected. Government spokesperson Jirayu Houngsap said, “She has tasked the National Police Chief and local security agencies with prioritising care for the injured, conducting detailed investigations, and gathering evidence to apprehend the perpetrators quickly.” Watch: Syria: Watchdog Warns Syria On Chemical Weapons; Israeli Strikes Target Syrian Military Assets × Jirayu added, “Additionally, she has instructed police, administrative officers, and security personnel nationwide to enhance safety measures at festivals during this period. This includes conducting hazardous materials inspections to ensure public safety.” “These measures are to be implemented urgently, with progress reports submitted to the Prime Minister.” (With inputs from agencies)

Thai police detain 2 suspects after blast at Red Cross Fair concert leaves 3 dead, 48 injured

Thai police shot dead a gunman who killed three people and wounded three others, a senior officer said Thursday, after a 15-hour standoff. The standoff ended early Thursday when armed police stormed the building and killed the gunman, who has not been named but was reported by local media to be a 29-year-old former national park official.

Thai police shoot gunman dead after 15-hour standoff

thai-police-news

Thai Police News, News on Thai Police News, stories on Thai Police News, articles on Thai Police News, Thai Police News stories at Wion, Thai Police News news, Thai Police News latest news

thai police-news

Thai police detain 2 suspects after blast at Red Cross Fair concert leaves 3 dead, 48 injured

Thai police shoot gunman dead after 15-hour standoff