Thai man nabbed for neighbour’s murder, claims adultery as motive

Police today arrested a Thai man for the murder of his neighbour at a condominium in Nonthaburi province near Bangkok. The killer insisted his motive was not a dog dispute but a result of long-term bullying and the deceased’s alleged adultery with his wife.

The 47 year old killer, Narin “Sam” Prinkprayong, shot dead his neighbour, a 45 year old man named Kongchai Rodkhai, on the ninth floor of the Seriphap Condominium in Nonthaburi province yesterday, April 29 before fleeing the scene on his motorcycle.

Narin was arrested today, April 30, at his friend’s home in the Jomthong district of Bangkok. During the arrest, Narin reportedly cried and apologised to the deceased’s family.

Officers also confiscated the .38 pistol that Narin used in the crime from his friend’s home. Narin was found to have a firearm without a permit. Police stated that Narin’s…