Commander of the 4th Army Region orders the search to be expanded to capture the group responsible for causing chaos in the south in one night, 44 places, resulting in 1 death, believed to have created a chaos situation during the month of Ramadan. The perpetrators secretly planted bombs in Pattani Province, totaling 20 locations. The events last night (21 March) around 1 a.m. occurred in many areas of Pattani Province, 23 locations in 10 districts, namely Mueang District 1. Mayo District 2 points, Yaring District 1 point, Yarang District 3 points, Khok Pho District 2 points, Nong Chik District 2 points, Thung Yang Daeng District 3 points, Mai Kaen District 2 points, Kapho District 2 points, and Sai Buri District 2 points, both caused. Arson at convenience store Set fire to an electric pole Arson of the Electricity Authority office, burning car tires, and arson of resort accommodations. But the damage to both life and property was The incident occurred inside a PTT gas station, Ko Chan Subdistrict, Mayo Di strict. Gas station explosion during construction One person died. Reporters went to the scene and found that it was a pump under construction. It is scheduled to open this May. Inspection found that the ignition point was in the fuel dispenser cabinet. The force of the explosion damaged the fuel dispenser. gas distribution building heavily damaged In addition, the force of the explosion damaged the glass of a convenience store inside a gas station. There was one death, a 27-year-old female Burmese worker. At this point, it is estimated that at least 5 thieves broke into the back of the gas station, bringing weapons, grenades, and two small orange picnic gas canisters and placing them there. There are two fuel dispensers and tires are burned to prevent tracking. Then, about 5 minutes later, one of the planned bombs exploded. The force of the explosion caused the fuel dispenser to explode. gas distribution building and convenience stores damaged The blast also killed female Burmese workers who were sleeping in a labor camp near the blast site. Killed by shrapnel The perpetrators set fire to convenience stores and factories. In Yala Province, there were a total of 11 disturbances spread across 5 districts: Mueang District, Bannang Sata District, Raman District, Yaha District, and Than To District. In addition to the arson of convenience stores, already There was also arson at a large cooking gas factory. At this point it was reported that at least 7 assailants were armed. They broke in and captured the workers and tied their hands. Then he broke open the metal door behind him and went in to cause arson in the factory. Many officials mobilized to extinguish the fire. and can help keep all workers safe They also set fire to furniture stores, electrical poles, and cell phone transmission towers. Sprinkle sailboat nails Burning car tires on many roads Officials were also informed that there were 3-4 explosions at the stone mill in the area of Village No. 4, Ban Lidon, Mueang Yala District. The perpetrator set fire to a road construction vehicle - a CCTV camera. In Narathiwat Province, the incident occurred in 6 districts, 7 locations, such as Waeng District. The culprit set fire to Salet Forest Nara Co., Ltd., which bought wood for construction. Process and setting fire to a forklift. which was parked in a building damaged. In other spots, such as Su-ngai Padi District, 1 asphalt paver, 2 rubber-wheeled road rollers, 2 steel-wheeled road rollers were parked on the roadside of Ban Bango Humo, Village No. 5, Subdistrict. .Rico waiting for construction of the Su-ngai Padi, Su-ngai Kolok road, 4 cars damaged, Cho Ai Rong District. Arson of 2 backhoes, 2 backhoes, 2 10-wheel trucks, and 1 generator parked and installed in the Naradin industrial factory were damaged. Ajarn Chan suggested 20 assailants dressed in black and wearing hats. Face camouflage balaclava Fully armed with guns has broken into Asia Mining Co. Located at Ban Irbalo, Village No. 6, Chang Phueak Subdistrict, the worker who was on duty as a guard was arre sted and tied up. Before the culprits dispersed, they set fire to 3 backhoes, 1 motorcycle, and 1 worker's house. As for Rueso District and Si Sakhon District, they set fire to CCTV cameras installed near electric poles, causing a total of 3 units to be damaged. The Prime Minister ordered the military and police to take care of the disturbances in three southern border provinces after the incident, Pol. Gen. Kitrat Panphet, Deputy Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police. As Acting Commissioner of the Royal Thai Police Reported the situation to the Prime Minister. The Prime Minister expressed his concern about the incident. Ready to remind Police General Kittirat Went into the area to take care of and control the situation himself, including ordering through the Army Commander to the Commander of the 4th Army Region to take care of the said incident. As for whether it is related to the 20th anniversary of the Tak Bai incident or not, it is not yet known, but it is believed that the insurgents wanted to show th eir strength during the month of Ramadan. It's a show of force. Spokesperson for ISOC Region 4, Office of the Police, revealed that there were a total of 44 disturbances in the south in one night. Colonel Ekwarit Chobchuphon, spokesman for the Internal Security Operations Command Region 4, the front section, summarized the overall picture of the incident that occurred when At 1:00 a.m. on March 22, a group of violent perpetrators tried to create a disruptive situation in several areas in the southern border provinces. Most recently, the Internal Security Operations Command Region 4, the front section, has taken control of the area. and inspect the area where the incident occurred Overall, it was found that groups of perpetrators created a situation in the area in total of 44 points (information as of 1:30 p.m.), occurring in Yala Province at 12 points, Pattani at 23 points, Narathiwat at 7 points, Songkhla at 2 points. Divided into 1 incident of arson at a PTT gas station, Mayo District, Pattani Province, where 1 female Myanmar worker died, and 43 incidents of arson, including convenience stores. telephone network signal tower Burning cars - car tires, CCTV cameras, electrical poles, TV cables, resorts, lumberyards, furniture stores, stone mills, mines, Provincial Electricity Authority. Metal sheet production factory, gas filling plant The 4th Army Region ordered the team to expedite the search for the perpetrators as quickly as possible. As for the Commander of the 4th Army Region, the Director of Internal Security Operations of the 4th Region, instructs the units in the area, including the military, police, and administration, to integrate forces in all sectors. Strictly enhance security at the base of operations. By assigning relevant units to follow up and expand the results. Examine the evidence Collect evidence from the crime scene To find the links between the groups causing the violence and bring them to justice as soon as possible. The perpetrators hope to disrupt the peace during Ramadan. As for the cause, it is believed that the perpetrators intended to destroy the public utilities and economic system, creating a situation that destroys the peaceful atmosphere of Ramadan. Disturbing the religious activities of people who believe in Islam Regardless of the good principles of religion In this regard, if citizens encounter a suspicious person moving in the area, they can report information directly to the Commander of the 4th Army Region, Director of Internal Security Operations 4th Region, call 06 1173 2999 or the ISOC Region 4 Hotline, Police Station 1341 and Special units in the area 24 hours a day and those who support offenders, such as hiding, supporting shelter, food supplies, are guilty of an offense under the Criminal Justice Act, Section 189, and will be punished with imprisonment not exceeding 2 years or a fine not exceeding 40,000 baht, or Both remember and fine Acting Police Commander went to the area to follow up on the chaotic situation in the southern provinces. Pol. Gen. Kittirat Ph anphet, acting police commander, traveled to inspect the scene of the incident from the criminal incident. Chaos in the area of Yala Province, around Yala Hapat Gas, Mueang District, Yala Province, to be aware of the situation. Ready to meet with entrepreneurs Take the concerns of the Prime Minister To provide encouragement to those affected by this event. Before traveling to the Royal Thai Police Operations Center To attend a meeting to follow up on the situation of unrest in the area with relevant units at the warroom meeting room of the Police Crime Suppression Center, with Lt. Gen. Santi Sakuntanaga, Commander of the 4th Army Region, Pol. Lt. Gen. Piyawat. Than Chalermsri, Commander of Police Region 9, high-ranking commander Including relevant officials to participate Pol. Gen. Kitirat stated that this period is during the fasting festival. He emphasized that the actions of the police, military, and government must intensify measures to provide even more safety to the people. The security department will meet and carry out the legal process and put in place additional measures during the last 10 days of Ramadan. It will be a period during which the religious activities of the Thai Muslim brothers and sisters in the area will be strictly performed. for the highest merit Criminals often use this time to create a situation. Source: Thai News Agency