CHIANG MAI – Police have taken a 20-year-old Myanmar man who struck and killed a nurse into custody and transferred the suspect to the Chiang Mai Provincial Court and strongly opposed his bail request.
The suspect, identified as Nathiphat Lungchai, allegedly rammed his pickup truck into a young healthcare assistant. The victim died instantly while traveling to her hospital night shift.
Key Takeaways
- Court Remand: Chiang Mai police detained 20-year-old Nathiphat Lungchai for a deadly hit-and-run crash following a violent street gang clash.
- Innocent Victim: Kanokrat Yotthiwong, a 24-year-old hospital assistant, was fatally struck while riding her motorbike to start her work shift.
- Ongoing Crackdown: Investigators impounded 12 vehicles, charged 20 rival gang members with conspiracy, and questioned dozens of gang associates.
Investigators reported that the incident stemmed from a fierce street feud between two local groups. According police, the fight erupted late at night between a vehicle-riding faction and a rival motorcycle crew.
Both rival groups unleashed gunfire and hurled ping-pong bombs across the roadway. The opposing motorcycle squad was reportedly led by an individual known locally as ‘Bang Peak.’
During the chaotic escape, the speeding pickup truck crashed into Kanokrat Yotthiwong, who was only 24 years old. She worked as an assistant nurse at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital and had simply passed near the scene.
Suspect Remains Silent as Police File Charges
Dozens of gang members crowded the police station to cheer for the suspect on Monday morning. Officers had to ask the noisy supporters to wait outside while formal processing took place.
Reporters questioned the driver about whether he felt any remorse for killing the young woman. However, the suspect stayed completely silent and showed no emotion as officers escorted him to court.
Police Colonel Yanaphon Phattanchai stated that prosecutors charged the driver with reckless driving, hit-and-run, and criminal conspiracy. In detailed reports from police, regional commanders have repeatedly ordered swift action against illegal youth street gangs.
Police have already charged 20 members belonging to the rival gang with organized criminal conspiracy. Meanwhile, detectives are interrogating additional associates and tracking down remaining participants using security camera footage.
Officers also confiscated seven cars and five motorbikes used during the violent street brawl. Authorities pledged to conclude legal questioning promptly so every participant faces strict justice under Thai law.
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Chiang Mai Police Arrest Driver That Stuck And Killed Nurse
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