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Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization President Passes Away
Police Colonel Thongchai Yenprasert, the President of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, has died following a shooting incident.
On August 10, 2026, Dr. Sakol Sukprom, Director of Phra Nang Klao Hospital, confirmed that Police Colonel Thongchai Yenprasert, the President of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO), passed away at 2:36 PM. The death follows a shooting incident that occurred in front of the Nonthaburi PAO office.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, the incident involved Chalong Riewrang, a former Member of Parliament for Nonthaburi. The alleged motives cited for the shooting include a dispute over an 11-million-baht debt and disagreements regarding the nomination of candidates for the most recent election. In addition to the death of the PAO President, his driver sustained serious injuries during the attack.
For residents and those living in the Nonthaburi area, this event marks a significant disruption in local administrative leadership. While the immediate situation at the office has been addressed by authorities, the investigation into the specific circumstances surrounding the debt and political tensions is ongoing. As of now, official details regarding the legal proceedings against the suspect and the transition of leadership within the Nonthaburi PAO remain to be confirmed. Residents are advised to monitor local news outlets for updates regarding potential changes to administrative services or public access to government facilities in the province.