Prachin Buri Man Arrested for Attempted Murder Following Dispute Over Dog
A 59-year-old man was arrested in Prachin Buri after allegedly shooting his neighbor during a dispute over a dog attacking chickens.
On November 7, 2026, a violent confrontation occurred in Prachin Buri, resulting in the arrest of 59-year-old Chalermsi on charges of attempted murder and firearms violations. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the incident began when the suspect, angered by a neighbor's dog attacking his chickens, fired a homemade long gun into the victim's property. The victim, 29-year-old Kittipol, was repairing a truck inside his home when he was struck by gunfire. Miraculously, he survived after a bullet grazed his head. Police from the Kabin Buri station apprehended the suspect at his residence, where they also seized the weapon and ammunition. The suspect admitted to firing three shots in total, claiming the act was motivated by the ongoing dispute over the animals. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the potential for localized disputes to escalate into dangerous confrontations involving illegal firearms. While the suspect is currently in police custody awaiting legal proceedings, the full extent of the victim's recovery and the specific details regarding the history of the neighborhood conflict remain subject to further investigation by local authorities.
