Politics
Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization President Shot in Incident
Former MP Chalong Riewrang has surrendered to police following a shooting incident at the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization office that left the PAO President and his driver injured.
On August 10, 2026, a shooting occurred at the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO) office in Mueang Nonthaburi district. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the President of the Nonthaburi PAO, Police Colonel Thongchai Yenprasert, and his driver were both shot and subsequently rushed to a hospital for urgent medical treatment.
The suspect, identified as former Nonthaburi Member of Parliament Chalong Riewrang, surrendered to local police shortly after the incident. Reports indicate that following the shooting, the suspect contacted media personality Anchalee Paireerak during a live broadcast to discuss the event, citing a dispute involving 11 million baht related to political campaign funding as a motive.
For residents and visitors in the Nonthaburi area, this incident represents a localized security event involving high-profile political figures. While the suspect is in custody, authorities are currently in the process of gathering evidence, interviewing witnesses, and conducting a formal investigation to establish the precise sequence of events and verify the stated motives. As the investigation is ongoing, the public is advised to monitor official updates from local law enforcement regarding any potential disruptions in the vicinity of the PAO office. The full details surrounding the conflict and the legal proceedings remain to be confirmed by the authorities.