Safety
Three Critically Injured in Buri Ram Pickup-Truck Collision
A severe traffic accident involving a pickup truck and a semi-trailer in Buri Ram has left three people in critical condition.
On September 20, 2026, a serious road accident occurred on the Prakhon Chai-Ban Kruat road in Buri Ram province, according to reports from Khaosod Online Thailand. A pickup truck collided with the rear of a 22-wheel semi-trailer truck that was performing a U-turn near Ban Non Sila in Khao Khok sub-district.
Local police, led by Police Major Anusorn Sriphrom of Ban Bua Police Station, reported that the pickup truck driver attempted to brake, resulting in visible smoke, but was unable to avoid the collision. The impact caused significant damage to the front of the pickup, trapping three occupants inside the wreckage. Rescue teams from the Sawang Janyatham and Ban Song Mueang foundations utilized hydraulic cutting equipment to extract the victims, all of whom were reported to be in critical condition.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the risks associated with U-turn points on provincial highways, particularly when heavy vehicles are involved. While the immediate rescue operation was successful, authorities have not yet released details regarding the specific cause of the crash or potential charges. Investigations are ongoing to determine if speed or visibility factors contributed to the accident. Travelers are advised to exercise extreme caution when navigating U-turn zones on rural Thai roads.