10 people injured after drunk crashes car into ordination ceremony

A drunk driver crashed his car into an ordination ceremony at a temple in the central province of Lopburi on Saturday because of an alleged grievance with the event host. Ten people were injured at the scene with two suffering serious injuries.

Officers from Koke Samrong Police Station and the Koke Samrong Hospital rescue team rushed to the Khao Saphan Nark Temple to help victims who were injured after a 47 year old man named Weerachai Nakkawan reportedly crashed his sedan into the ordination event while people were sitting and eating food on tables.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers discovered the accused’s damaged car and an unconscious Weerachai, allegedly under the influence of alcohol, outside the car.

Officers immediately took the suspect to the police station to prevent a further attack by the ceremony guests. His blood alcohol level…