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Police Officers Rescue Child in Sukhothai
Two police officers from Tha Chanuan Station are being praised for rescuing a 12-year-old child with special needs from drowning in Sukhothai province.
According to a report by Khaosod Online Thailand, two officers from the Tha Chanuan Police Station, Police Senior Sergeant Major Sirichai Kerdmee and Police Lance Corporal Chanathip Uambut, intervened to save a child on September 7, 2026. While on patrol, the officers were alerted to a child playing in the water near a bridge by Wat Nam Rueang in Kong Krailat District, Sukhothai.
Upon arrival, the officers discovered a 12-year-old boy, identified by the pseudonym 'A', who has special needs and is non-verbal. The child was playing in the water near the riverbank. The officers successfully brought the child to safety. The incident has drawn public praise for the officers' quick response and willingness to enter the water while in full uniform to ensure the child's well-being.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the importance of vigilance near waterways, particularly when children or individuals with special needs are present. While the officers' actions were successful, the report does not specify the long-term supervision arrangements for the child or whether local authorities are implementing new safety measures at this specific bridge. Travelers should remain cautious when visiting rural river areas, as currents and water depths can change unexpectedly.