Nonthaburi: A violent incident unfolded in Nonthaburi when Chalong Riangrang, a former Member of Parliament, fatally shot the chairman of the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization over an 11 million baht debt dispute. The shocking event took place on August 10, 2026, inside the Provincial Administrative Organization office, leaving Pol. Col. Thongchai Yenprasert, the chairman, gravely injured, along with his driver.
According to Thai News Agency, authorities have apprehended Chalong Riangrang, who is currently being interrogated at Rattanathibet Police Station. The investigation aims to uncover the details and motives behind this tragic incident. The weapon involved was identified as a 9mm handgun, and police are actively gathering evidence and questioning those connected to the case to proceed with potential legal action.
The core issue revolves around Chalong's statement on why he visited the Nonthaburi Provincial Administrative Organization before the shooting and what specifically triggered his actions. Mr. Chettha Mosikarat, Governor of Nonthaburi Province, revealed that Chalong confessed to the crime, citing personal grievances and a failed negotiation with the victim as the catalyst for the violence.
The Governor, who knows both the perpetrator and the victim personally, expressed disbelief, noting that they were once close friends. He asserted that no prior complaints or problems between them had been reported, adding a layer of complexity to the case.
Meanwhile, Police Lieutenant General Wattana Yijin and the investigative team continue to question Chalong to piece together the sequence of events. In a startling development, Chalong reportedly called Ms. Anchalee Pairirak during a live broadcast to confess to the shooting. Ms. Anchalee attempted to calm him and coordinated with police to ensure his surrender.
Chalong's account reveals a troubled friendship with Pol. Col. Thongchai, marked by unreciprocated favors and political compromises. The fatal incident was allegedly sparked by a heated demand for a debt repayment, which Pol. Col. Thongchai claimed he could not fulfill, leading to Chalong's violent outburst. The police managed to reach the scene shortly after the shooting, where Chalong awaited his arrest.