Marching Band Instructor Detained in Hua Hin Over Alleged Molestation

According to reports from Khaosod Online, a 39-year-old marching band instructor at a prominent school in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, has been taken into custody. The suspect faces charges of molesting female students aged 13 to 14. The investigation began after a parent filed a complaint at Hua Hin Police Station on November 9, 2026, alleging that the instructor had committed multiple acts of molestation within the school's music practice room since April 2026. The parent reported that they had previously notified the school administration but felt that no significant action was taken, leading them to pursue legal charges. Following the initial report, which gained significant attention on social media, additional parents have come forward, bringing the total number of formal complaints to four as of November 11. Police have formally charged the instructor and have requested that the Hua Hin Provincial Court deny bail, citing the severity of the allegations. For residents and visitors, this case highlights ongoing concerns regarding child safety within educational institutions. While the suspect has reportedly confessed to the allegations, the legal process is ongoing. It remains to be confirmed how the school administration will address the internal handling of these reports and whether further victims will come forward as the investigation continues.