The Deputy National Police Chief has ordered strict legal action against the pickup truck driver who dropped bolt nuts scattered across the M7 Motorway, causing multiple other vehicles to suffer tire punctures. Authorities warn drivers to fully cover their cargo, with maximum penalties to be applied in all cases.
Today (13 June 2026), Police General Samran Nualma, Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police and Director of the Traffic Management Center, ordered police officers to strictly and decisively enforce the law against truck drivers responsible for dropping bolt nuts on Motorway No. 7 outbound at kilometer 39+500 in Bang Samak Subdistrict, Bang Pakong District, Chachoengsao Province. Yesterday at approximately 12:50 p.m., several vehicles running over these bolt nuts suffered tire punctures. Highway police investigated CCTV footage and tracked down the driver, who was formally charged last night.
Yesterday (12 June), officers from Highway Police Station 1, Division 8, received reports from the radio center about an accident involving several vehicles puncturing tires after running over bolt nuts scattered on the road. They notified the Department of Highways to clean the roadway to prevent further accidents and provided initial assistance to affected motorists.
Subsequently, 15 victims filed official reports. Police and motorway officials reviewed nearby CCTV footage and identified a suspicious pickup truck. After investigation, they confirmed the driver’s identity as Mr. Siriporn and summoned him to meet investigators.
During questioning, Mr. Siriporn admitted to driving the pickup truck carrying construction materials, including 19-millimeter long drill bit screws, from Samut Sakhon Province to deliver to a customer in Rayong Province. He acknowledged that a box containing the drill bit screws fell from the truck bed at Motorway No. 7 outbound near kilometer 39+500, causing damage to multiple other vehicles that ran over the scattered screws.
The investigator formally charged Mr. Siriporn with "operating a cargo vehicle without proper securing of the load, causing objects to fall and pose danger to persons or property," under Section 20 of the Land Traffic Act. Regarding compensation, an insurance company has agreed to cover damages for the affected parties.
Additionally, Police General Samran warned all drivers that transporting cargo is not only about reaching the destination but also about ensuring road safety for all users. Loads must be secured to prevent items from falling or flying off. Violations causing cargo to fall or scatter are offenses under the Land Traffic Act, punishable under civil and criminal law. Police will strictly prosecute all such cases, as even minor negligence can lead to accidents and unnecessary losses.
Members of the public who suffered damage from this incident are advised to contact Highway Police Station 1, Division 8, or inquire via the Highway Police hotline at 1193 to claim compensation for losses caused by negligence.