Police Officer Involved in Hit-and-Run Incident in Udon Thani

On November 11, 2026, a serious traffic accident occurred on the Udon Thani-Nong Bua Lamphu road in the Na Dee sub-district. According to reports from Khaosod Online, a white sedan traveling at high speed struck a sidecar motorcycle used by two recyclers, a 59-year-old man and a 79-year-old woman, causing them to be thrown from their vehicle. The impact resulted in critical injuries for both victims, with the elderly woman suffering a traumatic amputation of her right leg. CCTV footage from a nearby car dealership captured the incident, which took place around 1:00 AM. Police Lieutenant Colonel Thitinan Srichiangwang of the Udon Thani City Police Station confirmed that the driver of the sedan has been identified as a police officer. The victims were transported to Udon Thani Hospital for emergency medical treatment. This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding road safety and reckless driving on provincial highways. While the identity of the driver has been established, the specific legal proceedings and disciplinary actions against the officer remain to be confirmed by local authorities. Residents and travelers are advised to exercise caution when driving at night on this route, as investigations into the circumstances of the collision continue.