Transport
Fatal Traffic Accident Involving Students in Chumphon
A collision between a pickup truck and a motorcycle in Chumphon has resulted in one death and one injury, with the driver of the truck currently at large.
On the evening of September 18, 2026, a fatal traffic accident occurred on a rural road in the Mueang Chumphon district, according to a report by Khaosod Online. The incident took place on Highway 360, a shortcut leading into Chumphon city, involving a pickup truck and a motorcycle carrying two 14-year-old students.
Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find both students in critical condition. Despite urgent CPR efforts performed by medical personnel from Chumphon Khet Udomsak Hospital, one of the students succumbed to their injuries. The second student remains under medical care. Local police, led by Police Lieutenant Phusan Kanhasin of the Mueang Chumphon Police Station, have launched an investigation into the collision.
Authorities report that the driver of the pickup truck fled the scene immediately following the crash and is currently being sought for questioning. The accident caused significant traffic delays in the area as officials processed the scene. For residents and travelers in the region, this incident highlights the importance of caution on two-lane rural roads, particularly during evening hours. The investigation is ongoing, and police are working to identify the driver and determine the exact cause of the collision. Further details regarding the suspect's identity and the circumstances leading to the crash are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.