A gang of youths caused a stir on the streets of Phitsanulok as the first day of Songkran turned violent and resulted in several serious injuries. The incident, which occurred on April 13, began when a group of young men climbed onto a vehicle and sexually assaulted a woman.
After being confronted and asked to get off, they returned with more than 15 accomplices and launched a fierce assault, which included the use of knives.
The police force of Phitsanulok, led by Police Colonel Thatchapong Wongpatananiwas, along with Police Colonel Taweesak Thabunchu, head of Investigation Division 2, Bureau of Special Investigation, Region 6, and other arresting officers, gathered evidence and testimonies following the incident. The investigation led to the request for an arrest warrant for 22 year old Lue Sak, also known as “Way” Saengsongchotisin, on charges of aggravated assault.
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