Violent Altercation at Wat Intaram Temple Fair in Chai Nat
A violent brawl involving a local official and his associates left two people seriously injured at a temple fair in Chai Nat province.
On the night of November 9, 2026, a violent altercation broke out at the Wat Intaram (Wat Taluk) temple fair in Sapphaya District, Chai Nat province. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the incident involved a group led by a local 'Sarawat Kamnan' (assistant village headman) who allegedly attacked attendees, including a man identified as Kittipong and his girlfriend. Kittipong, 34, reported that he was attempting to de-escalate a brewing conflict when he was suddenly grabbed and assaulted by the official and a group of over ten individuals. The victim sustained significant injuries, including a facial wound requiring nine stitches, bruising, and leg trauma. His girlfriend was also reportedly injured while attempting to intervene. The chaos involved physical strikes, the use of chairs as weapons, and thrown bottles, resulting in two people being hospitalized with serious injuries. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the potential for sudden volatility at crowded local events. While the victim has provided his account of the unprovoked attack, the official investigation is ongoing. Authorities have yet to confirm the full list of suspects or the specific motives behind the group's aggressive behavior. Visitors to local temple fairs are advised to remain vigilant and avoid areas where disputes appear to be escalating.
