Teenagers arrested in Phitsanulok for gunfight over love dispute

Yesterday (January 4) two 18 year old male teenagers were apprehended by the Phitsanulok City Police, along with a six-chambered firearm and a quantity of ammunition. The arrest took place at a residence in Ban Pa Subdistrict, Phitsanulok City.

The arrest follows an incident on January 2, when a gunfight broke out near a water canal adjacent to Wat Tan Suwan in Don Thong Subdistrict, Phitsanulok City. Four male teenagers, aged between 17 and 18, were injured. The first 17 year old victim was shot in the neck and right side of his head. The second, also 17, was shot in the forehead, torso, and right arm, causing paralysis. The third 18 year old victim was shot in the torso and right leg. The fourth, a 24 year old named Athikom, was also injured. All victims were transported to Phutthachinarat Hospital for treatment.

Preliminary investigations reveal…