Man Detained for Murder and Burial of Brother in Mukdahan
A 32-year-old man has been remanded in custody after confessing to killing his half-brother and burying the body in a rubber plantation.
On November 14, 2026, police in Mukdahan province presented 32-year-old Nirut, also known as 'Beam,' to the provincial court for detention following his arrest for the murder of his half-brother, Supachok. According to Khaosod Online, the suspect confessed to shooting his brother in the head while he was sleeping. He claimed the motive was retaliation for the victim's alleged intent to harm their mother. After the shooting, the suspect reportedly transported the body to a bamboo forest near a hut and buried it in a rubber plantation area on a mountain in Khamcha-i district. The suspect stated he disposed of the firearm by throwing it off a cliff. He expressed remorse for his actions and issued an apology to his stepfather. Authorities have charged the suspect with murder and the concealment, removal, or destruction of a corpse to hide the cause of death. While the suspect has provided a confession, police continue to investigate the specific details of the motive and are working to recover the weapon used in the crime. This incident, while isolated, serves as a reminder of the importance of local law enforcement efforts in maintaining public order. Further updates are expected as the judicial process continues.
