Transport
Five Injured in Collision at Nong Prue Railway Crossing
A head-on collision between an SUV and a pickup truck near a railway crossing in Bang Lamung, Chonburi, resulted in five injuries on August 9, 2026.
On August 9, 2026, a serious traffic accident occurred at the railway-side road intersection in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi. According to Khaosod Online Thailand, a Honda CR-V and a Toyota Hilux Revo pickup truck collided, resulting in injuries to five individuals.
Emergency responders from the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya rescue center arrived at the scene to find both vehicles heavily damaged. The driver of the Honda CR-V, a 44-year-old man identified as Mr. Thanochot, reported that he was unfamiliar with the area. He and his three passengers sustained injuries, as did the 57-year-old driver of the pickup truck, Mr. Sutin, who suffered impact-related trauma. All five victims were provided with initial first aid before being transported to a nearby hospital for further medical care.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the potential hazards of navigating local roads near railway crossings, particularly in conditions with limited visibility. The driver of the CR-V suggested that poor lighting may have obscured traffic signals at the time of the incident. While the immediate rescue operation has concluded, authorities have not yet released a formal report regarding the specific cause of the crash or whether any traffic violations occurred. Travelers are advised to exercise caution when driving through unfamiliar intersections in the Bang Lamung area.