{"id":3822,"date":"2025-07-28T08:52:58","date_gmt":"2025-07-28T08:52:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cradior.com\/?p=3822"},"modified":"2025-07-28T08:52:59","modified_gmt":"2025-07-28T08:52:59","slug":"bangkok-market-shooting-leaves-six-dead-including-gunman","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cradior.com\/?p=3822","title":{"rendered":"Bangkok Market Shooting Leaves Six Dead, Including Gunman"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

BANGKOK, July 28, 2025<\/strong> \u2014 At least six people, including the gunman, are dead after a shocking mass shooting rocked Or Tor Kor Market in Bangkok\u2019s Chatuchak district on Monday afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The incident began shortly after 12:38 p.m. local time<\/strong>, when a 61-year-old man<\/strong> entered the bustling food market dressed in black and carrying a backpack. Within moments, he opened fire, killing four security guards<\/strong> and a female vendor<\/strong> before taking his own life<\/strong> inside the market complex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Another person was reportedly injured and is currently receiving medical attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWe are stunned. There was blood everywhere, and people were screaming. It all happened so fast,\u201d said an eyewitness, who requested anonymity for safety reasons.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Suspect Identified, Motive Unclear<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Police say the suspect\u2019s identification documents<\/strong> were recovered at the scene, helping confirm his identity and age. Officials have not yet released his name publicly but stated that no prior criminal history<\/strong> has been linked to him so far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cThis appears to be an isolated act of violence, but all angles are being investigated \u2014 including possible political or psychological motives,\u201d said Police Lt. Gen. Akaradech Yothanan<\/strong>, head of the Metropolitan Police Bureau.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

The shooting comes amid growing tensions between Thailand and Cambodia<\/strong>, leading authorities to also explore any potential links, though no clear connection has been confirmed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Or Tor Kor Market Temporarily Closed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The Or Tor Kor Market<\/strong>, a renowned food market known for its high-end produce and tourist footfall, has been closed indefinitely<\/strong> as emergency crews and forensic teams continue to assess the crime scene.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thai Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin<\/strong> has offered his condolences and promised a full investigation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWe are mourning with the families affected by this tragedy. Measures are being taken to ensure the safety of our public spaces,\u201d he said in a statement Monday evening.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

A Growing Concern<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Monday\u2019s attack highlights a troubling trend of gun violence<\/strong> in Thailand. The country has seen a surge in mass shootings in recent years, including the 2020 Korat massacre<\/strong> that left 29 dead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While the country has relatively strict gun laws, illegal firearms circulation<\/strong> and limited mental health interventions remain key issues.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Victims Confirmed:<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n