Panic in border town of Golok as blasts, shutdowns leave Malaysians stranded
KOTA BARU: Panic gripped the border town of Golok in southern Thailand, with military and fire trucks deployed on the streets following a string of loud bomb blasts.
Panic gripped the southern Thai border town of Golok following a series of loud bomb blasts and coordinated attacks that left Malaysians stranded. Military and fire trucks patrolled the streets as key access roads were shut down by security personnel. A Malaysian visitor, identified only as Main, described the chaotic scene, stating that he was unable to return to Kelantan before the border checkpoint closed at 10pm.
Main, who had arrived in Golok with a friend the day prior, was turned away by security officers at the ICQS complex. Explosions were heard around 9pm, causing Main to panic and fear that coordinated attacks were occurring across southern Thailand. Residents confirmed that multiple locations were targeted in the coordinated wave of blasts and arson, starting at around 8.15pm.
Main expressed his anxiety about continued movement restrictions and his desire to cross back into Kelantan first thing in the morning. He is currently staying at a hotel in Golok until border crossings are reopened.
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