The director of Phra Nang Klao Hospital confirmed that Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, Chief of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, has died. A bullet entered his neck causing severe blood loss. He was also taking medication that affects blood clotting. Meanwhile, the driver was injured too.Tags: [Nonthaburi, shooting, death, hospital, blood loss]
On 10 Aug 2026 GMT+7, former multiple-term Nonthaburi MP Chalong Rueangreng reportedly attacked and shot Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, Chief of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, at the organization's office located inside the Nonthaburi provincial hall. Both Pol. Col. Thongchai and his driver were shot and injured, as previously reported.Tags: [Nonthaburi, shooting incident, politician, attack]
Recently, Dr. Sakol Sukphrom, director of Phra Nang Klao Hospital, confirmed that at 14:36, Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, Chief of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization, passed away. The bullet struck his neck where a major artery is located, causing massive blood loss. During treatment, doctors administered more than 20 bags of blood and platelets. The victim was also taking medication that affects blood clotting and was elderly, which complicated treatment. Despite full medical efforts, he later died.Tags: [hospital, medical treatment, blood loss, elderly patient, medication]
Meanwhile, Pol. Col. Prut Jamroonsat, Superintendent of Rattanathibet Police Station, confirmed the medical report that Pol. Col. Thongchai, or the Nonthaburi PAO Chief, died at 14:36. Regarding the suspect's statements, the court has not accepted them; the case will be decided based on evidence. Charges have been filed as shown by the event footage. Differences in opinion from the suspect or his lawyers will be addressed later. The premeditated charge is based on the suspect carrying a weapon and committing the shooting beforehand. The firearm used is legally registered under the suspect's name.Tags: [police, investigation, premeditated murder, firearm, legal proceedings]