Pickup Truck Crashes into Crowded Walking Street in Chai Nat
A pickup truck drove into a busy walking street in Chai Nat province, injuring two people and damaging multiple vehicles before the driver was apprehended.
On the evening of October 30, 2026, a chaotic incident occurred at the walking street near the Riang Hin Dam in Chai Nat province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a grey pickup truck drove into the pedestrian area at approximately 6:15 PM, a time when the market was crowded with shoppers. The vehicle struck several parked cars and pedestrians before being brought to a stop. Two individuals, including a seven-year-old child, sustained injuries during the incident. Witnesses reported that others narrowly escaped being struck by the vehicle due to the quick actions of bystanders who pulled them to safety. Local police from the Chai Nat City Police Station have confirmed that the driver has been apprehended. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the unpredictable nature of traffic-related safety in public pedestrian zones. While the immediate threat has been neutralized, authorities are continuing their investigation into the driver's motives and the circumstances leading to the crash. Further details regarding the condition of the injured victims and the specific charges against the driver remain to be confirmed by official police statements.
