Police Chief Orders Special Operation to Capture "L" After Shooting Incident
National Police Chief orders urgent operation to track down "L," the man who shot at a motorway rescue team, currently hiding in Pathum Thani. Authorities have located the suspect's vehicle and are urging public tips.
On February 18, 2026, at 11:15 AM, Pol Maj Gen Theeradej Thammasuthir, Deputy Spokesperson for the National Police Bureau, revealed that National Pol Gen Kittirat Panpetch has urgently ordered Police Lt Gen Wattanachai Yijeen, Commander of Police Region 1, and Pol Maj Gen Peerapol Chotiksathien, Provincial Police Chief of Pathum Thani, to coordinate special task forces to track down Noparat, also known as "L," the suspect in the case of attempted murder and firearms violation.
"L" was involved in an outrageous shooting incident in which he fired at a motorway rescue vehicle before fleeing to the Lat Lum Kaeo district of Pathum Thani. The police have classified him as a dangerous individual, and the operation to apprehend him has been fast-tracked. The police are working closely with the Crime Suppression Division (CSD) to support the operation.
In response to safety concerns, some schools in the area had announced emergency closures. However, the police emphasized that the suspect had not entered any schools and assured the public that there was no immediate threat to educational institutions. They urged residents and parents to remain calm and avoid unnecessary panic but also advised increased caution when traveling.
The latest development reveals that the police have found and seized the suspect's getaway vehicle. They are currently conducting an extensive search and closing in on his potential hiding spots, applying significant pressure to capture him as soon as possible due to the danger he poses to public safety.
The police also requested the public’s cooperation in refraining from sharing inaccurate or misleading information that could cause confusion or disrupt ongoing law enforcement efforts. They assured the public that the Pathum Thani Provincial Police will provide updates on the situation periodically.
The authorities emphasized that if anyone spots the suspect or identifies anyone resembling him, they should not attempt to approach the individual directly, as the suspect is armed and could be in a high-stress state. Instead, residents should immediately report any information to the police using the emergency numbers 191 or 1599, available 24 hours a day.
