Stolen Vehicle Hits Monks, Five Dead In Maha Sarakham
A stolen pickup truck hit a Buddhist monks' alms procession in Maha Sarakham Province on July 2, killing five monks and injuring seven others. Police say a youth was driving the vehicle taken from his parents.
A pickup truck collided head-on with a Buddhist monks' alms procession near Ban Na Sinuan Road in Muang District, Maha Sarakham Province at noon on July 2, 2569, leaving multiple monks killed and injured. At the scene, monks were found scattered across the roadway and shoulders. Emergency services provided immediate first aid and transported the injured to nearby hospitals. Five monks died at the scene, while seven others sustained serious injuries and were rushed for emergency medical treatment.
Initial investigation revealed that a youth was driving the vehicle, which had been stolen from his parents. The collision resulted in significant casualties and injuries. Police secured the area and coordinated with forensic teams and related agencies to conduct a detailed investigation of the scene, interview witnesses, and gather evidence. Authorities are continuing to examine the full circumstances surrounding the driver and the sequence of events. Charges will be filed based on the evidence collected and investigation results.
