Nakhon Ratchasima — The Chief of Pho Klang Police Station confirmed that the suspects have been identified, denied any delay in the investigation, and affirmed that the suspects are not influential figures in the case involving an angry BMW gang who challenged and then beat a 24-year-old motorcyclist stopped at a red light, despite not knowing each other beforehand.
On 23 June 2026, reporters reported that Mr. Krithan (surname withheld), 24, known as Ta, the victim, came forward to the media showing dashcam footage capturing moments when the angry BMW gang opened their car door, loudly shouted and hurled vulgar insults at him while he was stopped at a red light. The BMW driver and two friends then assaulted him, causing injuries. A bystander who tried to help was also attacked. The incident occurred around 11:00 p.m. on 28 May 2026 at the Airplane Intersection, Suranari Subdistrict, Mueang District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. After the incident, the victim reported to Pho Klang Police Station, but nearly a month later, the case showed no progress. Concerned about further attacks, and after the perpetrator's father called to seek a settlement, the victim insists on pursuing legal action to the end.
Mr. Krithan recounted that he was heading home and stopped at a red light. He glanced once at the cars around him and saw nothing unusual. Shortly after, a group of young men in a luxury BMW car opened the door, shouted loudly, pointed at him, and said, "Do you want to fight me one-on-one?" The slightly heavyset driver then rushed forward and punched him in the face, while two other men got out and joined in beating him.
A bystander witnessing the scene stopped his motorcycle and asked, "What happened? Is there a problem?" The perpetrators, for reasons unknown, became angry and attacked the bystander who inquired. The victim himself was confused by the incident, having no prior acquaintance with the aggressors.
After the incident, an anonymous caller claiming to be the perpetrator's father contacted the victim, seeking to negotiate a settlement to avoid prosecution of his son. The victim refused, stating he would pursue the case to the fullest extent. He explained that if he agreed to settle, the perpetrators would not learn a lesson and might continue to harm others at will. He had no prior issues or connections with the group, viewing their actions as a blatant disregard for the law.
Nearly a month passed with no progress in the case, prompting the victim to appeal to the media for justice, fearing that if the perpetrators encountered him by chance again, he could be attacked a second time. He urged the police to track down and prosecute the perpetrators as quickly as possible.
Pol. Col. Patcharadonai Karin, Chief of Pho Klang Police Station, stated that the police are not concerned about the case's progress. The investigation is currently awaiting the medical examination report from the hospital, which is required as evidence for legal procedures. The investigation has identified the two suspects, who are locals, and the police know their identities clearly.
Regarding negotiations, Pol. Col. Patcharadonai said the perpetrators expressed a desire to settle the matter amicably. However, the victim has clearly stated he does not wish to settle under any circumstances and insists on pursuing full legal action. The police will continue gathering evidence to formally charge both suspects according to due process, assuring fairness to all parties based on the facts.
Later, reporters followed up with Pho Klang Police Station. Pol. Col. Patcharadonai said the suspects have been identified. Previously, all officers, including the investigation and detective units, were convened. The case is currently delayed because the police have not yet received the victim's medical certificate, which has not been signed by the hospital director. The hospital is part of a university, and since the victim is university personnel, the certificate cannot yet be submitted to the court or used to issue an arrest warrant.
He affirmed that the suspects are not influential figures and that there has been no interference with the police investigation.
Meanwhile, the victim Mr. Krithan revealed that the delay is due to the medical certificate, an important document requiring multiple signatures from hospital administrators and doctors. Normally, doctors are not present at the hospital every day, which causes delays.
Most recently, contact was made with the hospital again, which confirmed that the medical certificate will be delivered to the police by this evening. The victim reaffirmed he will not settle, refuses mediation, does not want to face the perpetrators, and intends to proceed with prosecution to the fullest extent.
The victim also said that after speaking with the police today, he feels more reassured. He described the perpetrators' behavior as brazen and lawless, hoping this case serves as a lesson to them.
Subsequently, the news team visited Suranaree University of Technology Hospital to follow up on the medical certificate issuance. The hospital stated that the director is currently attending an executive board meeting and cannot provide further information at this time. However, they expect the documentation process to be completed today, which will allow the legal proceedings to move forward promptly.