Village Chief Shot Dead Inside Mosque in Sai Buri
A village headman was shot dead inside a mosque in Sai Buri, Pattani province on August 14, with the gunman fleeing after stealing the victim's handgun; authorities are investigating the motive and seeking public tips.
An unknown gunman shot and killed a village headman inside a mosque in Bangyeoring, Sai Buri, before escaping with the victim's handgun. The shooting occurred at approximately 21:30 on August 14, 2026, when assailants opened fire on Hamdi Guji, headman of Village 3 in Bangyeoring, as he was inside the mosque in Sai Buri district, Pattani province. He sustained serious injuries in the attack.
Following the incident, officers investigated the scene and transported Hamdi to Somdej Phra Yuppharat Sai Buri Hospital for treatment. However, he died from his wounds shortly thereafter.
The gunman also seized the victim's handgun during the escape. Authorities are currently examining details of the incident, collecting witness statements and evidence, and pursuing legal action against the perpetrator. The motive remains under investigation. The Pattani police command is seeking public assistance and asks anyone with information about the suspect to contact the emergency hotline 1341 or local task force units around the clock.
