Kamphaeng Saen:A late-night gunfight in Kamphaeng Saen district, Nakhon Pathom province, resulted in the death of a local figure known as Jim Krathangnga. The incident occurred on a road where two rival groups exchanged over 30 rounds of gunfire. Some suspects have been apprehended and are undergoing interrogation.
According to Thai News Agency, CCTV footage captured near the scene in Huai Khwang Subdistrict shows the suspect's vehicle passing by around midnight. Shortly thereafter, gunshots were heard, causing panic among residents. Police later discovered Jim Krathangnga's body at the scene. Initial investigations indicate the confrontation arose from a financial dispute, with Jim Krathangnga having previously posted a message on social media after a heated argument with Mod Dam Bang Khae, a known prisoner, and his associates.
The confrontation escalated from social media exchanges to a violent encounter on the road, where both parties met in their pickup trucks, leading to a chase and exchange of gunfire. Jim Krathangnga was killed at the scene. Authorities have arrested Mod Dam Bang Khae and several suspects, who are being questioned to identify the shooters and locate remaining accomplices.
The police reported that the deceased had been involved in a conflict with a nearby resort owner over payment for renovation work. This dispute reportedly led to threats and a police report. An attempt to resolve the issue escalated into the fatal shooting. Some members of the resort owner's group were injured, and four of the six suspects, including a lawyer, have been detained. Meanwhile, tributes and condolences are being shared on Jim Krathangnga's personal Facebook page.