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Fatal Fire at Rubber Plantation Hut in Surat Thani
A 67-year-old man died in a fire at a rubber plantation hut in Surat Thani; police are investigating his son as a suspect.
On the evening of August 11, 2026, a fatal fire occurred at an unregistered hut located within a rubber plantation in Sin Charoen, Phra Saeng District, Surat Thani Province. According to Khaosod Online, local police were alerted to the incident at approximately 7:00 PM. Upon arrival, authorities found the wooden structure completely destroyed by flames.
Inside the debris, investigators discovered the body of a 67-year-old man, identified as Mr. Chaliao. Police have detained his 36-year-old son, Mr. Surapong, who was found near the scene exhibiting behavior consistent with drug intoxication. Relatives reported that the two men lived together in the hut and that Mr. Surapong had been acting aggressively shortly before the fire, prompting his father to intervene and attempt to calm him down.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights a tragic domestic dispute. While the investigation is ongoing, the primary focus remains on determining the exact cause of the fire and the potential involvement of the suspect. Authorities from the Phra Saeng Police Station and the Region 8 Forensic Science Center are currently processing the scene. Further details regarding the official cause of death and the legal proceedings against the suspect are pending the conclusion of the forensic investigation.