Nakhon ratchasima: Authorities are actively pursuing a gang responsible for the illegal dumping of pig heads into water sources used for tap water in the Buayai and Khong districts of Nakhon Ratchasima province. This act has sparked fear among local residents over potential disease outbreaks. In response, municipal officials have taken swift action by cleaning the affected water tanks and using chemicals to disinfect the area. A police report has been filed to address the situation.
According to Thai News Agency, a gang illegally disposed of 100 pig heads into a pond located in the Chalerm Phra Kiat Park within the Buayai Municipality, and an additional 60 heads were dumped into the Ban Tako weir in Moo 7, Ban Prang Subdistrict, Khong District. Both of these water sources serve as drinking water supplies for several villages, causing significant concern among residents. The incident, which occurred on June 29th, has led to fears of foul odors and potential disease outbreaks, prompting hesitation among locals to use the water.
Recently, the Buayai Municipality and Ban Prang Subdistrict Administrative Organization filed police reports with the Buayai Police Station and Ban Prang Police Station, urging authorities to bring those responsible to justice. Preliminary investigations suggest that the gang used a pickup truck to transport and dump the pig heads. Police are currently working to identify the owner of the vehicle involved.
In addition, the Public Health and Environment Division has taken measures to remove all pig heads and pork scraps from the water sources. These were disposed of by burying them in a landfill, with disinfectant applied prior to burial. The affected water sources have also been treated with disinfectants to prevent disease outbreaks. Furthermore, water samples have been sent for testing at the Nakhon Ratchasima Medical Science Center. To reassure the public, the water tanks have undergone thorough cleaning in accordance with public health standards.