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Kanun Jiew Suspended, Charged with Intentional Homicide Following Shooting Incident

Kanun Jiew Suspended, Charged with Intentional Homicide Following Shooting Incident

MGR Online•Politics•16d ago

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A village headman, known as "Kanun Jiew," has been suspended from his duties and charged with intentional homicide after shooting a pig farm owner amid alleged jealousy.

  • •"Kanun Jiew," a village headman in Nakhon Pathom, has been suspended pending an investigation into an intentional homicide charge.
  • •The accused allegedly shot and critically injured, later leading to the death of, a 54-year-old pig farm owner.
  • •The incident, believed to be fueled by jealousy, occurred early on May 12, 2026.
  • •The Provincial Governor ordered the suspension to prevent further damage to government operations and in response to public concern.

Overview

  • •The Governor of Nakhon Pathom ordered the suspension of "Kanun Jiew," Kanun of Don Yai Hom subdistrict, following allegations of severe disciplinary misconduct.
  • •On May 12, 2026, an incident occurred where "Kanun Jiew" allegedly shot Mr. Udomphong, the owner of a pig farm, resulting in severe injuries and subsequent death.
  • •The shooting incident, believed to be motivated by jealousy, led to "Kanun Jiew" being charged with intentional homicide and illegally carrying a firearm.
  • •The Provincial Administration Department issued an order to suspend "Kanun Jiew" from his duties as Kanun and village headman in order to await the results of the disciplinary investigation.
  • •The suspension order cites the serious nature of the alleged offense, the involvement of a criminal case for intentional homicide, and the public interest in the case.
  • •The incident occurred at approximately 02:00 AM on May 12, 2026, with further details of the shooting provided at 02:10 AM on the same date.
  • •"Kanun Jiew" has the right to appeal or dispute the suspension order by submitting a written appeal to the Nakhon Pathom District Chief within 5 days of receiving notification.
  • •The suspension is based on Article 61 Bis of the Local Administration Act of 1914 and the Civil Servant Act of 2008, in order to ensure no further damage to the government.

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Key Entities

Organization

Director-General of the Department of Provincial Administration(อธิบดีกรมการปกครอง)
The official who ordered the suspension of "Kanun Jiew".

Person

Nakhon Pathom City District Chief(นายอำเภอเมืองนครปฐม)
The official tasked with implementing the suspension order for "Kanun Jiew".
"Kanun Jiew"(กำนันจิ๋ว)
The suspended Kanun of Don Yai Hom subdistrict, charged with intentional homicide.
Prime Minister(นายกรัฐมนตรี)
The political leader whose policy is being followed in the investigation and suspension.
Mr. Komsak Kaewsang(นายคมศักดิ์ แก้วสังข์)
The individual identified as "Kanun Jiew" and facing charges. He is also a village headman.
Mr. Udomphong(นายอุดมพงษ์)
The 54-year-old owner of a pig farm who was fatally shot by "Kanun Jiew".
Mr. Chotipong Plengwittaya(นายโชติพงศ์ เปล่งวิทยา)
The District Chief of Mueang Nakhon Pathom who issued the suspension order.

Place

Don Yai Hom subdistrict(ตำบลดอนยายหอม)
The administrative area where "Kanun Jiew" holds his position and where the incident occurred.
Mueang Nakhon Pathom District(อ.เมืองนครปฐม)
The district in Nakhon Pathom Province where the incident took place and the Kanun is based.
Nakhon Pathom Province(จังหวัดนครปฐม)ℹ️
The province where the incident and subsequent administrative actions took place.

Law

Local Administration Act of 1914(พระราชบัญญัติลักษณะปกครองท้องที่ พุทธศักราช 1914)
The legislation under which "Kanun Jiew" and village headmen operate and can be suspended.
Civil Servant Act of 2008(พระราชบัญญัติระเบียบข้าราชการพลเรือน พ.ศ. 2008)
The legislation governing civil servants, referenced in the suspension order.
Administrative Procedure Act of 1996(พระราชบัญญัติวิธีปฏิบัติราชการทางปกครอง พ.ศ. 1996)
The legislation governing administrative procedures, relevant to the appeal process.