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Fatal Dispute Over 300 Baht in Pathum Thani

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A 44-year-old Myanmar national was killed in a stabbing incident in Pathum Thani following a dispute over a small debt.

According to a report by Khaosod Online, a fatal stabbing occurred on the night of August 3, 2026, at a rental property in Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani. Police were notified of the incident at approximately 10:30 PM. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of 44-year-old Mr. Min Min Lat, a Myanmar national, who had sustained two stab wounds to the chest.

Preliminary investigations suggest the altercation arose during a social gathering involving alcohol, centered on a dispute over a 300-baht debt that the victim allegedly refused to repay. Authorities from the Khlong Luang Police Station, supported by forensic experts and medical examiners from Thammasat University Hospital, processed the scene. Police have since requested an arrest warrant for the suspect involved in the incident.

For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the risks associated with personal disputes occurring in private social settings. While the situation appears to be an isolated criminal matter between acquaintances, it serves as a reminder of the potential for sudden violence in unregulated social environments. As of now, the investigation is ongoing, and authorities have yet to confirm the apprehension of the suspect. Further details regarding the legal proceedings will be determined by the Khlong Luang Police as they continue their pursuit of the individual responsible.

Translated from Thai.

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