Armed Gang of 30 Storms Subdistrict Office, Burns Building, Steals Vehicle
A gang of approximately 30 armed assailants attacked Bongo Subdistrict Administration Office in Narathiwat's Rangae District on August 22, overpowering security staff, setting the building ablaze, and stealing a gray Mitsubishi Triton picku
On August 22, officers from Rangae Police Station in Narathiwat Province warned residents throughout the province and surrounding areas to report sightings of a government pickup truck stolen during an incident at Bongo Subdistrict Administration Office in Rangae District, Narathiwat Province. The incident occurred around 8:00 p.m. that evening.
According to initial reports, approximately 30 armed assailants attacked the Bongo Subdistrict Administration Office, restrained and bound security personnel, then set fire to the building before fleeing with a gray 2013 Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck bearing license plate Ngo 2474 Narathiwat heading toward Chulaphorn Development 5. Security forces are actively tracking the vehicle and monitoring routes to intercept it and prevent its use in further incidents.
Police advised the public that stolen vehicles may have their color changed, license plates altered, or exterior appearance modified to conceal identity. Residents are urged to exercise caution and avoid approaching, following, or confronting suspicious vehicles. Instead, people should note any details they can safely observe and immediately contact police at 191, 1341, or the Vehicle and Motorcycle Theft Prevention Center at 073-274850.
Since around 8:00 p.m., multiple incidents of civil unrest have been reported across Rangae District, Narathiwat Province. Security units are investigating the incidents, with the following preliminary reports:
1. An explosion and gunfire incident occurred at a child development center in Bukebiero Village, Marubotak Subdistrict, Rangae District, Narathiwat Province. Damage assessment is ongoing.
2. The burning of Bongo Subdistrict Administration Office and theft of a vehicle in Bongo Subdistrict, Rangae District, Narathiwat Province involved approximately 30 assailants who overpowered security staff, bound them, then set fire to the office before stealing a gray 2013 Mitsubishi Triton with license plate Ngo 2474 Narathiwat and fleeing toward Chulaphorn Development 5. Tracking and investigation are underway.
3. A tire burning incident was reported at Mosuawa Village in Bongo Subdistrict, Rangae District, Narathiwat Province. Investigation details are pending.
4. An explosion occurred on a connecting route between Kampongpare Village, Marubotak Subdistrict and Kuchingluopa Village, Chalerm Subdistrict, Rangae District. No injuries were initially reported. Investigation is ongoing.
5. A truck fire was reported at Aanae Bridge in Bongo Subdistrict, Rangae District, Narathiwat Province. Details, damage assessment, and circumstances are under investigation.
