Khlong Luang Police have filed three serious charges against a student driver involved in a fatal crash with a delivery rider. The blood alcohol test revealed a level of 93 milligrams percent, exceeding the legal limit. The driver's family has provided an initial compensation payment of 100,000 baht to the victim's family.Tags: [Police, Traffic Accident, Alcohol Test, Legal Charges, Compensation]
The incident involved a 22-year-old male student driving a BMW who collided with a motorcycle ridden by Mr. Alongkorn Bangkra, 27, a food delivery rider wearing his work uniform. The crash occurred in front of a condominium on Bangkhan-Nong Suea Road, Khlong Nueng Subdistrict, Khlong Luang District, Pathum Thani Province, at 02:30 on 30 Apr 2026.Tags: [Traffic Accident, Delivery Rider, Location, Time]
The case sparked controversy after online videos showed the driver's friends appearing more concerned about the damaged car than the fatality. Notably, a remark saying "my car is also damaged" caused widespread dissatisfaction among witnesses. Meanwhile, Rangsit University issued a statement firmly condemning all forms of drunk driving, as previously reported.Tags: [Public Reaction, Online Controversy, Drunk Driving, University Statement]Summary of the controversy over the student driver’s fatal crash with a delivery rider, highlighting the notable comment "my car is also damaged" and Rangsit University’s firm stance.Tags: [Summary, Controversy, University Position])Tags: []
Update as of 1 May 2026: Lieutenant Colonel Suchai Saengsong, Deputy Investigation Chief of Khlong Luang Police Station, revealed that investigators have scheduled additional witness interviews near the crash site and with the victim’s relatives.Tags: [Police Investigation, Witness Interviews, Case Update]
Regarding the suspect, 22-year-old Mr. Phumin, a male student and the BMW driver, blood alcohol testing on the night of the incident showed a level of 93 milligrams percent, exceeding the legal limit.Tags: [Suspect, Blood Alcohol Level, Legal Limit]
Mr. Phumin arrived with his parents and lawyer to meet investigators to hear the charges. The police formally charged him with: 1. Reckless driving causing death; 2. Driving under the influence causing death; and 3. Causing damage to others’ property.Tags: [Charges, Legal Process, Suspect Appearance]
Initially, the suspect’s relatives provided 100,000 baht as compensation to the victim's family. Further negotiations and agreements on additional compensation will follow.Tags: [Compensation, Victim’s Family, Negotiations]