Compactor Kills Woman as Gate Collapses in Nonthaburi
A road compactor lost control on a steep approach and crashed into a residential gate in Nonthaburi's Pak Kret district on July 17, killing a 60-year-old homeowner who was standing nearby. The Myanmarese operator has been charged with reckl
A road compactor lost control and crashed into a residential gate in Pak Kret district, Nonthaburi province on July 17, 2026 at 3:50 p.m., causing the gate to collapse onto a 60-year-old homeowner. Police from Chai Phruek Station responded to reports of the incident at a house in Khlong Khoi subdistrict. Rescue workers were found attempting to save the victim, but she died before they could help her. The deceased was identified as Busbong, age 60.
Myanmarese compactor operator Zaw Wan stated that while driving on a steep approach to the house, the vehicle lost control and crashed into the gate. He claimed he attempted to pull the hand brake and apply the foot brake but could not stop the vehicle. The compactor then struck the woman, who was standing near the gate, and subsequently hit a parked motorcycle inside the yard.
Police have charged Zaw Wan with reckless driving resulting in death. Authorities are coordinating with his employer to arrange compensation for the victim's family.
