Pickup Truck Carrying Religious Group Overturns in Mae Sot, 16 Injured
A pickup truck transporting 16 people to a religious event in Mae Sot overturned at a major intersection, resulting in multiple injuries.
On the evening of October 31, 2026, a serious traffic accident occurred in Mae Sot, Tak province, when a pickup truck carrying a group of Christian worshippers overturned at the intersection near the Mae Sot Transport Office. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the driver, identified as 30-year-old Myo Lay Tun, allegedly attempted to accelerate through a traffic light, causing the heavily loaded vehicle to lose control and flip in the middle of the junction. The accident resulted in 16 passengers being thrown from the vehicle onto the road. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to assist the victims, who included men, women, children, and elderly individuals. Eight of the passengers sustained moderate to severe injuries and required immediate medical attention. For residents and travelers in the area, this incident highlights the risks associated with riding in the back of pickup trucks, a common but hazardous practice in Thailand. While the immediate scene was secured by local authorities and rescue teams, the full extent of the victims' recovery and the final outcome of the police investigation into the driver's actions remain to be confirmed. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when navigating busy intersections in Mae Sot.
