Fatal Motorcycle Accident Discovered in Si Racha Canal
A 39-year-old man was found deceased in a canal in Si Racha, Chonburi, after a monk discovered the body while on his morning alms round.
On the morning of October 18, 2026, emergency responders in Si Racha, Chonburi, were alerted to a discovery in a canal bordering Moo 3 and Moo 8 in Bueng sub-district. A local monk, while performing his morning alms round, reported hearing what he initially believed to be a villager calling out to him. Upon investigating the sound, he discovered a body submerged in the water.
Authorities from the Nong Kham Police Station identified the deceased as 39-year-old Mr. Natthaphum. The victim was found face-down, wearing a blue shirt and black shorts. He sustained significant injuries, including large lacerations to the back of his head, forehead, and right eyebrow. A Honda Wave motorcycle was also recovered from the scene.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the potential hazards of local canal-side roads, particularly during low-visibility conditions. While the circumstances suggest a tragic motorcycle accident, the investigation is ongoing. Police are currently working to determine the exact sequence of events that led to the victim falling into the canal. Further details regarding the cause of the accident remain to be confirmed by the Nong Kham Police investigation team.
