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Police Arrest Father in Nonthaburi Following Child Abuse Allegations
Authorities in Bang Kruai, Nonthaburi, have arrested a man accused of sexually abusing his 13-year-old daughter after the child sought help from a neighbor.
On September 22, 2026, the Pavena Hongsakula Foundation for Children and Women reported the arrest of a man in Bang Kruai, Nonthaburi, following allegations of severe child abuse. The case came to light on the night of September 21, when a 13-year-old girl approached a neighbor in her condominium complex, crying and asking for food for her father.
According to the foundation, the girl revealed that she had been living with her father since October 2025, following her mother's incarceration. She alleged that her father, who was reportedly unemployed and struggling with drug addiction, had been forcing her to provide food and had sexually abused her repeatedly over the past year. The neighbor contacted the foundation’s hotline, prompting an immediate coordination with local police to rescue the child and take the suspect into custody.
For residents and expatriates, this incident highlights the critical role of community vigilance in identifying signs of domestic distress. While the suspect is now in police custody, the investigation is ongoing. Authorities have yet to release further details regarding the specific charges or the child's current placement. Those concerned about child welfare in Thailand can contact the Pavena Foundation’s 1134 hotline for assistance.