Nonthaburi Governor Dies After Gunshot Wound to Neck
Nonthaburi PAO Chairman Thongchai Yenprasert died after a former MP shot him in the neck, severing his carotid artery; the shooting stemmed from an 11-million-baht debt dispute and election disagreements.
The director of Phra Nang Klao Hospital recounted the final moments of Nonthaburi PAO Chairman Thongchai Yenprasert, who received more than 30 units of blood before his death. The bullet struck a critical point, severing his carotid artery and causing massive blood loss. His condition was critical even before arrival at the hospital.
Former Nonthaburi MP Chalueang Riowrang opened fire on Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, the PAO chairman, over a disputed 11-million-baht debt and disagreements regarding candidate nominations in the recent election. The governor's driver was also severely injured. At 14:36 on August 10, 2025, Dr. Sakol Sukhprom, director of Phra Nang Klao Hospital, confirmed that Thongchai had died. The medical team provided complete assistance within their capabilities.
The cause of death was a gunshot wound to the neck area that severed the carotid artery, causing massive blood loss. Regarding the exact location and number of gunshot wounds, the hospital director deferred to the forensic pathologist and police for detailed information.
The director confirmed that emergency responders performed CPR from the scene, and an ambulance rapidly transported Thongchai to the hospital. However, due to the critical nature of the wound to the carotid artery in the neck area causing severe blood loss, his condition was grave upon arrival. Although surgeons attempted to repair and suture the carotid artery to stop the bleeding and administered more than 30 units of blood and platelets, they were unable to save his life. The driver sustained a gunshot wound to the right arm; surgeons operated and his condition is now stable. He remains in recovery at Phra Nang Klao Hospital.
