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Nonthaburi PAO Chief Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenpraserit was shot dead by former MP Chalueang Riawaeng in a dispute over an 11 million baht debt and political candidate disagreements, with the driver also injured in the August 10 shooting.

10 Aug Khaosod

Household staff wept upon learning of the death of Nonthaburi PAO Chief Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenpraserit following a shooting by former Nonthaburi MP Chalueang Riawaeng. The incident stemmed from a debt dispute over 11 million baht and disagreements over political candidate registration. Thongchai's driver also sustained serious injuries. Thongchai was confirmed dead at 14:36 on August 10, 2026, at Phra Nang Klao Hospital. Staff members who had worked with him for many years expressed their sorrow. One household assistant who had served him for over 40 years described him as an exceptionally good and helpful person, though unfamiliar with the specific details, emphasizing his consistent kindness and support to those around him.

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