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Social Media Influencer 'Meng Pak Dam' Detained Following Incident in Inthamara
A well-known Thai influencer was taken into police custody in Bangkok after a public altercation involving a student, though conflicting accounts regarding the nature of the incident have emerged.
On September 18, 2026, police from the Sutthisan station detained a social media personality known as 'Meng Pak Dam' in the Inthamara area of Bangkok. The arrest followed reports from the 'Taladlangnews' Facebook page, which alleged that the influencer attempted to seize a motorcycle from a 16-year-old student. According to the initial report, the individual allegedly requested to borrow the vehicle and, upon being refused, kicked the motorcycle, prompting bystanders to contact law enforcement. Video footage circulating online shows the influencer acting erratically in the street before surrendering to officers upon their arrival.
However, the situation remains subject to clarification. A subsequent statement from an individual identified as 'Del Muang Non' claimed that the initial reports were inaccurate. According to this account, the influencer’s own vehicle had broken down, and the students were attempting to assist him when he became agitated and lashed out at them.
For residents and visitors in the Inthamara area, this incident highlights the importance of maintaining distance from public disturbances. While the influencer is currently in police custody for questioning, the exact nature of the charges or the veracity of the conflicting accounts has not been officially confirmed by the Sutthisan police. Observers are advised to await further official statements regarding the legal proceedings.
