Chiang Mai:A poignant scene unfolded as a mother tearfully called out to the spirit of her young daughter, an assistant nurse tragically killed in a street brawl involving rival gangs. The incident, which resulted in the death of the nurse, occurred when she was struck by a pickup truck amidst the chaos.
According to Thai News Agency, the police have arrested two members of the teenage gang along with the driver of the pickup truck that fatally struck the nurse. The driver, a 20-year-old Myanmar national named Mr. Nattipat, claimed he drove into the nurse while trying to escape gunfire from a rival gang.
Ms. Kanokporn, the mother of 24-year-old Poppy, traveled to collect her daughter's personal belongings from the nurses' dormitory at Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital. Poppy had lived there for almost two years while working as a nursing assistant. Ms. Kanokporn plans to take these items back to their hometown in Lamphun Province for a ceremony, which includes lighting incense to call Poppy's spirit back home.
The tragic incident occurred near the Don Chan intersection in Chiang Mai city on the night of October 31st. Poppy was providing first aid to injured victims when she was hit by the pickup truck. Her mother expressed deep sorrow over the loss, describing her daughter as a beacon of hope with a bright future, who was beloved by her colleagues for her kindness and helpful nature.
Pol. Col. Yanapol Pattanachai, Superintendent of Mae Ping Police Station, reported that all 45 members of both gangs involved in the incident have been identified. They are set to face charges today, and will be taken to court for remand on November 3rd, with bail being opposed.