Bangkok: A jealous woman fatally shot 34-year-old "Teacher Beer" at her home and then threatened the victim's close female friend with a gun before surrendering to police. CCTV footage shows the victim's friend fleeing from the gunman, seeking help from a motorcyclist before calling the police.
According to Thai News Agency, the shocking incident occurred in a housing estate in Moo 7, Tambon Daeng Yai, Mueang District, Khon Kaen Province, on July 27th. Ms. Natthanicha, also known as "Song," 33, used a .38 caliber revolver to shoot Mr. Krachit, or "Kru Beer," 34, in the chest, resulting in his death inside his home.
Following the incident, Ms. Song used a gun to force Ms. Maneenuch, a close friend of Teacher Beer, to drive her away from the scene. Ms. Maneenuch then encountered a good Samaritan on a motorcycle, asked for help, and escaped safely. The latest evidence obtained is CCTV footage from the night of the incident.
On July 28, Ms. Song, the perpetrator, surrendered to the police at Nong Bua Lamphu City Police Station. The police then brought her back to Ban Pet Police Station for questioning on the evening of July 27, the same day the incident occurred.
The suspect, Ms. Song, gave a partial confession, claiming she was carrying a firearm before an argument and struggle ensued, resulting in an accidental discharge that struck Mr. Krachit in the chest, causing his death. Investigators have charged Ms. Song with three offenses: homicide, and violations of the Firearms Act regarding carrying a firearm and firing a gun in a public place.