Bomb Strikes School Van in Satun, Three Students Injured
A roadside bomb targeting an electricity pole in Satun's Thung Wa district detonated as a school van carrying 11 students from Trang passed by, injuring three children. Two explosions occurred minutes apart on the morning of November 11, damaging the vehicle and prompting a swift response from security forces who transported the injured students to Thung Wa Hospital. The Fourth Army Region strongly condemned the attack on civilians and vowed to pursue those responsible while enhancing security measures in the area.
The Fourth Army Region condemned insurgents who planted a bomb on an electricity pole in Satun, which detonated as a school van passed by, injuring three students. At 06:13 on November 11, 2026, reporters heard explosion-like sounds on the road approximately 500 meters from the Thung Wa security checkpoint heading into Thung Wa district, Satun. A second explosion occurred around 06:23, for a total of two blasts. The incident damaged a private van providing student transport and injured students. Initial verification found the van belonged to a school in Trang province and was carrying 11 students, three of whom suffered minor injuries. Officials rushed them to Thung Wa Hospital in Satun for treatment. The sound of two explosions shook the area, hitting the school van and injuring three students. Officials quickly deployed to the scene to inspect and assist, transporting the injured to the hospital. The Fourth Army Region strongly condemned the violent act, stating it affected the lives and safety of civilians. In particular, the fact that a school vehicle carrying children — innocent civilians — was caught in the attack is unacceptable regardless of any motive or justification, as children and youth should be protected, not exposed to violence. Acts of violence targeting children and innocent civilians not only cause loss and fear to victims and their families but also severely undermine public peace and confidence in society. Those behind and involved in this incident must be investigated and brought to justice under the law without exception. Currently, relevant agencies are inspecting the blast site, gathering evidence, and establishing facts to determine the cause, while pursuing perpetrators for prosecution. Simultaneously, security measures in the area are being increased to prevent further incidents and restore public confidence. The Fourth Army Region expressed concern for the injured students and their families, reaffirming its commitment to protecting all citizens, especially children and youth, who should not become victims of violence. The public is urged to cooperate by staying vigilant and reporting any suspicious objects or unusual activity to the Fourth Army Region hotline 1341 or the nearest special task force unit to help prevent incidents and maintain safety in the area.
