Narathiwat road culvert blast injures two Malaysian tourists
Two Malaysian tourists were injured when a bomb exploded near a road culvert close to Sapom intersection in Tak Bai district, Narathiwat, southern Thailand.
- Two Malaysian tourists were injured by a bomb planted near a road culvert in the Tak Bai district of Narathiwat.
- The victims were identified and transported to Naradhiwasrajanagarindra Hospital for urgent treatment.
- Authorities have secured the scene and launched an investigation with explosive ordnance and forensic teams to find those responsible.
Two Malaysian tourists were injured after suspected attackers planted a bomb near a road culvert close to Sapom intersection in Tak Bai district, Narathiwat, at about 11.41am on Monday (June 29).
The victims were identified as Abdullah Syarapi Bin Abd Rahman, 45, and Muhammad Yusri Bin Udin, 38. Security officers, police and rescue workers moved quickly to secure the scene, assist the injured and transfer them to Naradhiwasrajanagarindra Hospital for urgent treatment.
The Narathiwat governor assigned Deputy Governor Chakrit Suranatkul to visit the two injured tourists and ensure they receive full assistance, as they were Malaysian nationals travelling in the area.
Authorities also cordoned off the scene for safety and coordinated with explosive ordnance disposal officers and forensic teams to carry out a detailed inspection. Evidence is being collected as investigators work to identify and track down those responsible for legal action.
The incident has raised concerns over public safety and the security of life and property, while also affecting the image of the southern border province and confidence in local tourism.
Officials from relevant agencies are expanding the investigation and strengthening security measures to reassure residents and visitors.
