Thai Enquirer News Summary – August 14, 2026
August 14, 2026 Gun ban measures Another Gun related incident in Nakorn Ratchasima prompted Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul, to question the journalists asking the question “Again”. Prime Minister and Interior Minister Anutin Charnvirakul commented on the shooting incident at the ‘Chim Shop Chai’ event in Nakhon Ratchasima, expressing shock and asking, “Again?” before shaking his […] The post…
Thai officials have expressed shock over another gun-related incident in Nakhon Ratchasima, asking "Again?" in response to the recent shooting at the ‘Chim Shop Chai’ event. Prime Minister Anutin Charnvirakul emphasized the need for a structural solution to the issue of gun ownership, instructing authorities to implement stricter security measures such as checkpoints, intensified searches and arrests, and investigations into illegal gun networks.
The Prime Minister declared that possessing or selling guns is now illegal in Thailand. According to estimates, there are between 6-7 million guns in the country, with one gun per 3-4 people, excluding underage and elderly individuals. On August 12, a gunman wielding a shotgun opened fire at the 'Chim Shop Chai' event, injuring six people.
The perpetrator was apprehended after a confrontation with the victim and event organizers. Nattakit, a 32-year-old male suspect, confessed to the shooting and is charged with attempted murder using a firearm. One injured person remains in a coma. Prime Minister Anutin also ordered the cancellation of five shotguns awarded as lucky-draw prizes at a Koh Phangan event, to be replaced with equivalent cash or commemorative pins.
Additionally, the Speaker of the House of Representatives mandated strict security upgrades within the parliament building, prohibiting individuals from carrying firearms without exception.
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