Satun:Suspects scattered caltrops near a military base in Satun province, while students injured in a bomb blast in the area have been reported safe.
According to Thai News Agency, the incident took place near the Trang-Satun road, on the border between Palian District, Trang Province, and Thung Wa District, Satun Province. The Governor of Satun Province, Mr. Kanit Kongchuey, accompanied by police, military, and administrative officials, inspected the scene where two electricity poles were damaged and shattered light bulb glass was found. An EOD team was deployed to scan the area for any remaining explosives.
The road, which has two lanes, had one lane closed by police to manage traffic flow. The Governor confirmed that the three students injured in the explosion are now in stable condition. The van driver involved in the incident reported hearing a loud explosion, initially mistaking it for a tire blowout, only to find damage from shrapnel and three students injured upon inspection.
The cause of the explosion remains under investigation, with no clear motive identified yet. However, officials discovered six caltrops near the 5021st Infantry Regiment base, suggesting they were deployed by insurgents to deter pursuit by authorities.