Khon Kaen: A suspect attempting to flee from police during a sting operation in Khon Kaen city center caused chaos when his vehicle crashed into a police motorcycle and overturned. The incident occurred as he was being apprehended for selling e-cigarettes.
According to Thai News Agency, surveillance footage captured the dramatic scene on Kasikorn Thung Sang Road, near Chom Phon Market. A white car, engaged in an undercover operation to purchase e-cigarettes, abruptly reversed, colliding with two motorcycles. The driver attempted to escape but hit another vehicle, resulting in the car skidding and flipping onto its side at approximately 10:45 p.m.
The driver, identified as Mr. Nattaphon, 37, and a second man, Mr. Anupong, 35, were involved in the illegal sale of e-cigarettes via Facebook. Both men were extricated from the vehicle by police, with Mr. Nattaphon initially resisting arrest. Emergency services provided first aid at the scene before transporting the suspects to Khon Kaen City Police Station.
Pol. Col. Phonsak Ngandee, Superintendent of Investigation Police of Khon Kaen Province, confirmed the discovery of 13 e-cigarettes concealed in a white-purple cardboard box within the vehicle. Mr. Nattaphon, who was driving, faces charges of reckless driving and will be held accountable for the damages caused. Mr. Anupong faces charges related to the illegal sale of e-cigarettes. The investigation into the damages inflicted on other vehicles continues.