Transport
Fatal Pickup Truck Collision in Nakhon Ratchasima
A collision between a pickup truck and a flatbed trailer in Sung Noen district resulted in one fatality and two injuries.
On the morning of September 25, 2026, a fatal traffic accident occurred near the Navanakorn industrial zone in the Sung Noen district of Nakhon Ratchasima province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a pickup truck traveling toward Bangkok collided with the rear of a flatbed trailer that reportedly changed lanes abruptly.
The impact resulted in the death of the pickup truck's driver, a man approximately 60 years old, who was trapped inside the vehicle. Two passengers, an elderly woman and a four-year-old child, sustained injuries from the collision and were transported to Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital for medical treatment. Rescue teams from the Sawang Saeng Tham Sung Noen foundation and local emergency services utilized hydraulic rescue tools to extract the deceased from the wreckage.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the risks associated with U-turn points and heavy vehicle maneuvers on major highways. The accident caused significant disruption to traffic flow on the route toward Bangkok. While initial witness accounts suggest the flatbed trailer made a sudden lane change, local authorities are continuing their investigation to determine the precise cause of the crash and establish legal liability. Travelers are advised to exercise caution when navigating industrial zones and areas with frequent heavy vehicle traffic.
