Son in Frenzy Kills Father Demanding Money

Matichon•Society•8d ago

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A man fatally assaulted his father during a money dispute fueled by suspected drug use, leading to the father's death.

•A 44-year-old man allegedly fatally assaulted his 74-year-old father over a 90,000 THB debt.
•The incident occurred in Phatthalung province after an argument over money from selling cattle.
•The father, who had pre-existing health conditions, sustained fatal injuries and died shortly after reaching the hospital.
•The suspect, reportedly with a history of drug abuse and erratic behavior, fled the scene and is currently being sought by police.

•On May 4, at approximately 10:00 PM, rescue workers responded to a call concerning a severely injured 74-year-old man.
•Rescue workers attempted to revive and transport the injured 74-year-old man to Phatthalung Hospital due to a lack of pulse.
•The 74-year-old man died at the hospital's emergency room shortly after arrival, resulting in a fatality.
•The dispute involved 90,000 THB from the sale of cattle, which the father had in his bank account and intended to transfer the following day.
•The son confronted the father regarding the money, leading to an argument and physical altercation in the kitchen.
•The injured father attempted to escape the house to avoid confrontation, but was allegedly prevented by his son.
•The son reportedly has a history of drug addiction, erratic behavior, and has previously assaulted family members and undergone rehabilitation twice.
•Police are actively pursuing the suspect to bring him in for legal proceedings.

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Wiang(นายเวียง)

The 74-year-old victim who was fatally assaulted by his son.

Veerayut(นายวีรยุทธ)

The 44-year-old son accused of fatally assaulting his father over a financial dispute.

Prakong(นางประคอง)

The 64-year-old wife of the victim and mother of the suspect, who provided testimony.

Phatthalung Hospital(โรงพยาบาลพัทลุง)

The hospital that attempted to treat the victim following the assault.

Mueang Phatthalung Police Station(สภ.เมืองพัทลุง)

The police station investigating the fatal assault.

Temple near the house(วัดใกล้บ้าน)

The location where the victim's body will be taken for funeral rites.

Phatthalung(พัทลุง)ℹ️

The province where the fatal assault occurred.

Phaya Khan Subdistrict, Mueang District, Phatthalung Province(ต.พญาขัน อ.เมือง จ.พัทลุง)

The specific location within Phatthalung province where the incident took place.