BANGKOK — On July 5, 2026, at 14:00, Lieutenant Pichitphon Ratachat, a police officer from Min Buri Police Station,…

BANGKOK — On July 5, 2026, at 14:00, Lieutenant Junior Grade Pichitpon Ratachat, a police officer from the Min Buri Police Station's Bang Chan district, received a report of gunfire with fatalities and injuries in a house in the Bang Chan area, Khlong Sam Wa, Bangkok. He informed his superiors and traveled to the scene together with Colonel Sompol Thongmun, the station’s chief. According to police reports, three bodies were found at the scene: those of the shooter's ex-wife, her new partner, and the suspect himself. It was preliminarily established that the man arrived at the house where his ex-wife resided and opened fire with a firearm. After killing two people, he shot himself in the head. The deaths of all three were confirmed on site. Police ruled out any connection to organized crime. As reported by Bangkok Post, the preliminary theory is a personal conflict stemming from jealousy. Investigators are questioning neighbors and relatives to piece together the full story. The incident occurred in a residential area, which caused concern among local residents. Police have increased patrols in the vicinity. The weapon used for the shootings has been seized for ballistics testing. Such cases of domestic violence involving firearms in Thailand, although not frequent, are periodically reported by law enforcement. Previously, as reported by Thaiger, a similar incident occurred in Buriram province when a police officer shot his wife and was subsequently apprehended by passersby. These incidents raise questions about gun control and the prevention of domestic violence in the country. The Bangkok Police continue their investigation. The bodies of the deceased have been sent for forensic examination. It is expected that the autopsy results will be ready within a few days. The relatives of the deceased have been informed of the incident. For readers: In Thailand, strict gun laws exist, but domestic conflicts sometimes lead to tragedies. Avoid escalations in disputes, especially when third parties are involved. In an emergency, call 191.