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Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization President Passes Away After Shooting
Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, the President of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, has died following a shooting incident linked to a debt dispute.
On August 10, 2026, Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, the President of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization (PAO), passed away at Phra Nang Klao Hospital. According to Dr. Sakol Sukprom, the hospital director, Pol. Col. Thongchai was pronounced dead at 14:36 after medical teams administered over 30 bags of blood in an attempt to save his life. The victim had sustained a critical gunshot wound to the neck that severed an artery, resulting in severe blood loss before he arrived at the facility.
Khaosod Online Thailand reported that the incident occurred in front of the Nonthaburi PAO office. The suspect has been identified as Chalong Riewrang, a former Member of Parliament for Nonthaburi. Preliminary reports suggest the motive for the attack involved an 11-million-baht debt dispute and disagreements regarding the nomination of candidates for the most recent election. Additionally, the driver of the PAO President was reported to be in critical condition following the attack.
For residents and visitors in the Nonthaburi area, this event highlights a high-profile act of violence involving local political figures. While the situation appears to be an isolated incident stemming from personal and political grievances, authorities are continuing their investigation. Further details regarding the legal proceedings against the suspect and the status of the injured driver remain to be confirmed by official law enforcement channels.