Hand Grenades Blast Home in Phatthalung, Owner Shaken
Two hand grenades detonated at a Phatthalung home early July 27, leaving the sleeping owner shaken but unharmed; police suspect the attack was meant for a neighboring property linked to unpaid drug-related debts.
Unknown assailants threw hand grenades at a residential home, causing multiple areas of damage. The homeowner was sleeping when he heard two loud explosions but was too frightened to investigate. Police believe the attack may have been aimed at a neighboring property and revealed that a nearby house has a history of trouble related to illegal business debts.
At 8 a.m. on July 27, 2569 (2026), Lieutenant Colonel Wiroj Buykaew, duty officer of Muang Phatthalung Police Station, received a report that unknown suspects had thrown two hand grenades at a residential home in Muang District, Phatthalung Province. Officers from the bomb disposal unit, evidence division, and investigation team were dispatched to the scene.
The front of the home sustained extensive damage, including shattered doors, windows, and walls. Shrapnel was scattered throughout the area, and two M69 hand grenades were recovered as evidence.
According to the homeowner, 50-year-old Mr. Denchai (surname withheld), he was asleep around 1 a.m. when he heard two loud explosions. Too frightened to investigate, he waited until morning to discover the damage and alert police. He stated he has no disputes or conflicts with anyone.
Police initially believe the grenades may have been thrown at the wrong house. A neighboring property has been the target of several attacks and is reportedly owned by a drug dealer who was arrested but has not paid a 10-million-baht debt. The suspect is believed to have attempted intimidation multiple times to reclaim the money. The home in the Khuan Maprao subdistrict has previously been shot at twice. Investigators are reviewing security camera footage to identify the suspects and pursue legal charges.
