Shooting at Thai Wedding Reception... 4 Dead Including Guests

On the 26th (local time), the police in Tamphannara District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Thailand, are investigating the scene where four people were shot and killed at a wedding reception. Photo by Bangkok Post

On the 26th (local time), the police in Tamphannara District, Nakhon Si Thammarat Province, Thailand, are investigating the scene where four people were shot and killed at a wedding reception. Photo by Bangkok Post

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[Asia Economy Reporter Kim Seul-gi] A shooting incident occurred at a wedding reception in Thailand, resulting in the deaths of four guests and one person seriously injured.


On the 27th (local time), local media including the Bangkok Post reported that a shooting took place on the road in front of a house where a reception was being held in the Tamphannara area of Nikhon Si Thammarat Province in southern Thailand.


According to reports, around 11 p.m. on the 26th, Arun Potabon (31) and his wife Darawan Bunmichai (24), who were attending the reception as guests, encountered Darawan's ex-boyfriend there. The ex-boyfriend, consumed by jealousy, had a heated argument with Arun, which nearly escalated into a fistfight.


As the atmosphere grew tense, the bride, groom, and the master of ceremonies escorted them outside, and shortly after, gunshots rang out on the road. According to local reports, guests who had followed outside to watch the fight were startled by the gunfire and fled in panic.


Subsequently, Arun and Darawan were found dead with multiple gunshot wounds. Among three other guests, two were seriously injured and transported to the hospital but eventually died.


Police investigations revealed that 9mm, .38 caliber, and .22 caliber ammunition casings were found at the shooting scene. The police have not disclosed the identity of Darawan's ex-boyfriend and stated that they are identifying the shooter.



Meanwhile, Thailand has allowed gun ownership since 1947. Citizens and permanent residents over 20 years old with no criminal record and a certain income level can obtain a firearm license.


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