Body of Thai soldier who shot two civilians in Surin found; Combat stress cited as possible factor (update)


BANGKOK: Private Ratthapoom Thepsiri of the 1623rd Infantry Company, who shot and injured two civilians in Kap Choeng district, Surin, at around 1am on Friday (Aug 15 before fleeing into nearby woodland, has been found dead after an almost 10-hour search and siege operation.

At approximately 10:40am, his body was discovered in woodland to the east, about 150m from the scene of the shooting. Authorities believe he took his own life during the night. His father was brought to the scene, and forensic examinations are underway.

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