Add Carabao to Compose Tribute Song for Late Friend Following Tragic Accident
Legendary Thai musician Add Carabao is mourning the loss of his close friend, Somprasong Phattranawat, who died in a fatal electrocution incident during recent flooding in Pak Chong.
Renowned Thai musician Add Carabao has announced plans to compose a song in memory of his close friend, Somprasong 'Daeng' Phattranawat, who passed away on September 28, 2026. Mr. Somprasong, 71, served as the vice president of the Immortals Thailand motorcycle club and was a well-known figure in the local riding community.
The tragedy occurred at a restaurant in the Pak Chong district of Nakhon Ratchasima province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the area had been inundated by flash floods originating from Khao Yai. Mr. Somprasong was electrocuted while at the premises, leading his family to raise concerns regarding the safety and condition of the electrical wiring during the flood event.
Funeral rites are currently being held at Wat Pang Kae in Pak Chong. The memorial has drawn significant attention from the motorcycle community, with his Harley-Davidson motorcycle displayed at the site alongside numerous tributes from fellow artists and friends.
For residents and travelers in Thailand, this incident serves as a somber reminder of the hidden dangers posed by electrical infrastructure during flood conditions. While the immediate cause of death has been identified as electrocution, the specific circumstances regarding the maintenance and exposure of the electrical components remain a subject of concern for the victim's family. Authorities have not yet released a formal investigation report regarding potential negligence or infrastructure failure.
