Army ‘sorry’ over shooting by private
Family ‘warned’ of suspect’s temper
The 1st Army Region has publicly apologised after a private in Kanchanaburi fired at several people on Friday in a fit of rage.
The remarks, conveyed by the 1st Army Region’s public relations team, expressed both apologies and regret over the incident, saying the army will fully cooperate with the Royal Thai Police in its investigation.
Pvt Amornthep Limcharoen, attached to the 2nd Infantry Battalion of the 9th Infantry Regiment, on Friday opened fire at people in a house in Kanchanaburi, injuring several.
Police said the incident followed an argument between the private and his girlfriend. Her family is asking the police to charge Pvt Amornthep with unlawlul detention, it said.
Pvt Amornthep fled after the incident, and the 1st Army Region…
