A 19-year-old man applied for membership at the Suranaree shooting range, rented a pistol with 50 rounds, and during his practice, on the last shot, he shot himself, sustaining serious injuries. The 2nd Army Region outlined the timeline of the incident, ordered the temporary closure of the range, and expedited the investigation.
On 6 August 2026, police from Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima Station received a report of a man shooting himself inside the Suranaree shooting range at the 2nd Army Region camp in Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima District, Nakhon Ratchasima Province. They coordinated with forensic officials and military personnel to inspect the scene, finding evidence of firearm use at the shooting practice area.
The perpetrator was identified as a 19-year-old man from Nong Chok District, Bangkok. Emergency medical staff urgently transported him to Suranaree Camp Hospital, where his condition remains critical. Doctors are providing intensive care, closely monitored by military personnel.
After the incident, police, forensic experts, and military officers conducted a thorough investigation, collecting evidence and reviewing CCTV footage. Initial findings show the man came alone to the range, practiced shooting for a period, then used his right hand to shoot himself in the back of the neck.
. The 2nd Army Regionissued a statement regarding the case of an outsider shooting himself at the Suranaree shooting range of the 8th Cavalry Battalion, 3rd Infantry Division. The statement explained that at 09:44 AM on 6 August 2026, an outsider named Kanitsorn, 19, arrived to apply for membership at the shooting club. Staff verified his documents and qualifications according to regulations, then rented him a 9mm pistol with 50 rounds and arranged for him to receive standard shooting training under close supervision by an instructor.
At 12:25 PM, after completing his shooting practice up to the last round, the individual used the firearm to shoot himself inside the shooting lane, causing a gunshot wound to his head. The bullet entered the right temple and exited the left temple. Range staff immediately assisted, provided first aid, and arranged urgent transport to Suranaree Camp Hospital. They also notified investigators to proceed according to legal protocols. The hospital contacted the victim’s relatives to inform them of the situation and requested they come to the hospital.
Initial fact-checking and review of CCTV footage showed the man arrived by a hired car near Suranaree Camp, then walked into the shooting range. The footage captured the entire event from his arrival to the moment he collapsed and shot himself. Preliminary checks found no irregularities in membership registration, qualification verification, firearm rental, training management, or supervision, all conducted per regulations.
Safety standards and procedures at the shooting range were maintained throughout. The unit cooperated fully with police in inspecting the scene, collecting evidence, and providing CCTV footage to support a thorough investigation and fact verification.
The 2nd Army Region has appointed a committee to investigate all related matters and coordinates with investigators and relevant agencies to ensure a transparent and comprehensive legal process. The shooting range has been temporarily closed to facilitate detailed examination of the scene and evidence collection.
The 2nd Army Region expressed concern for the injured man and his family, affirming full cooperation with relevant agencies to ensure the investigation is accurate, transparent, and fair.
