Transport
Man Seriously Injured in Incident at Phitsanulok Railway Station
A 31-year-old man sustained severe injuries after falling under a moving train at Phitsanulok Railway Station on September 8, 2026.
On the morning of September 8, 2026, a 31-year-old man was critically injured in an incident at the Phitsanulok Railway Station. According to Khaosod Online, the event occurred around 10:50 AM as the Rapid Train No. 112, traveling from Den Chai to Krung Thep Aphiwat, was departing the station.
Witnesses and local vendors reported that the man had been acting normally, even negotiating prices at a nearby amulet stall, shortly before the incident. He reportedly placed his belongings on a chair before moving toward the train as it began to pull away from Platform 2. Emergency responders from the Prasat Bun Sathan Foundation were dispatched to the scene, where they found the man trapped beneath the third carriage of the train. He suffered severe injuries, including a severed hand and a head wound, but remained conscious during the rescue operation. He was subsequently transported to a hospital for urgent medical care.
For travelers and residents, this incident highlights the critical importance of maintaining a safe distance from train tracks and platforms while vehicles are in motion. While the immediate rescue was successful, the exact circumstances leading to the man’s decision to approach the moving train remain under investigation by local authorities. No further details regarding his current medical status or the specific motivations behind his actions have been confirmed at this time.