Two Men Surrender After Threatening Rescue Workers in Chiang Mai
Two men have turned themselves in to Chiang Mai police following an incident where they threatened rescue workers with a knife and pursued an ambulance.
On October 28, 2026, two men, identified as 32-year-old Rungroj Rangklang and 29-year-old Apirak Chanangklang, surrendered to the Chiang Mai City Police Station. This follows an incident on the evening of October 27 in the Pa Daet sub-district, where the pair allegedly harassed and threatened staff from the Rim Ping Rescue unit.
According to reports from Khaosod Online, the confrontation began when the suspects accused the rescue vehicle of failing to use a turn signal, which they claimed nearly caused an accident. The suspects allegedly shouted verbal abuse and brandished a folding knife at the rescue team, who were in the process of responding to a medical emergency involving a 75-year-old woman. Furthermore, the men reportedly used two white sedans to pursue and attempt to crowd the ambulance as it traveled.
Following their surrender, police conducted drug tests on both individuals, which returned negative results. Authorities have charged the men with carrying a weapon in a public place and intimidation. For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the importance of yielding to emergency vehicles and maintaining composure on the road. While the suspects have admitted to the confrontation—claiming they misunderstood the local dialect used by the rescue workers—the legal proceedings are ongoing. It remains to be confirmed how the court will rule regarding the specific charges filed by the police.
