Udon Thani Police Sergeant Crashes Into Elderly Couple, Flees
A police sergeant in Udon Thani allegedly crashed into a three-wheeled taxi early on November 11, severing a 79-year-old woman's leg and seriously injuring her husband before fleeing. The provincial police chief has ordered a transparent criminal investigation, alcohol testing, and a disciplinary probe, vowing no protection for the officer. The victims' family says the officer has requested private settlement talks.
Authorities are monitoring negotiations after a Udon Thani police sergeant allegedly crashed his sedan into a three-wheeled taxi on the Udon Thani–Nong Bua Lamphu road around 1:00 a.m. on November 11. The collision severed the right leg of 79-year-old Bang-on and left her 59-year-old husband Prasit with broken ribs and a fractured ankle. The driver fled the scene.
The victims' 55-year-old son, identified only as 'A', told reporters the officer has contacted the family to arrange private settlement talks, though the family is not yet ready for further interviews.
Udon Thani Provincial Police Commander Pol. Maj. Gen. Pramote Simluang announced three urgent directives: provide full care and fair compensation for the injured; conduct a transparent criminal investigation including CCTV review and rigorous alcohol testing with no protection for the perpetrator; and launch a parallel disciplinary probe, promising severe punishment if misconduct is confirmed. The force expressed regret and pledged transparency throughout the process.
