Armed Suspect Escapes Police Custody in Phutthamonthon
Police are searching for an armed suspect who fled a drug raid in Nakhon Pathom on October 26, 2026.
On October 26, 2026, authorities from the Phutthamonthon Police Station initiated a search of a residence in the Phruksa 31 housing estate, located in Tambon Mahasawat, Phutthamonthon District, Nakhon Pathom. The operation, which targeted a suspected drug offender, resulted in the discovery of narcotics and multiple firearms within the property.
During the raid, the primary suspect managed to evade arrest and fled the scene while in possession of a handgun. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the suspect is described as a male between 40 and 50 years old, with short-cropped hair, last seen wearing red shorts and no shirt.
Local law enforcement has issued a warning to residents in the surrounding area to exercise caution while the search operation continues. For residents and travelers in the Phutthamonthon area, it is advised to remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity to local authorities immediately. As of now, the suspect remains at large, and police are actively tracking his movements. Further details regarding the suspect's identity and the full extent of the seized contraband are yet to be confirmed by official police statements.
