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Fatal Shooting Incident Reported in Khao Yoi, Phetchaburi
A 32-year-old man was killed in a targeted shooting in Phetchaburi province on September 9, 2026, with police currently investigating the motive.
On the evening of September 9, 2026, local authorities in Khao Yoi, Phetchaburi, responded to a fatal shooting incident. According to reports from Khaosod Online Thailand, police were notified at approximately 5:34 p.m. regarding a man found deceased in front of a residence in Moo 3, Khao Yoi sub-district.
The victim, identified as 32-year-old Theeraphat, sustained multiple gunshot wounds, including five to the head and one to the torso, inflicted by a 9mm firearm. A red Honda Dream motorcycle was discovered near the scene. Police investigators, forensic teams, and local rescue services were dispatched to secure the area and collect evidence.
While the incident occurred in a residential area, it serves as a reminder for residents and travelers to remain aware of their surroundings in rural districts. Authorities are currently conducting an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death. A 30-year-old suspect has reportedly been linked to the case, with initial claims suggesting a personal dispute involving a former relationship. As the investigation is ongoing, official details regarding the suspect's formal charges and the full sequence of events remain subject to confirmation by the Phetchaburi provincial police.
