Thai cop, 3 separatists killed in Narathiwat gun battle
Two rangers were injured in the gunfight, which took place after a security patrol tried to inspect a house believed to be occupied by members of a separatist group.
A Thai police officer and three suspected separatists were killed in a gun battle this morning in Narathiwat, along with two rangers who were injured. The incident occurred around 11:30am local time in Si Sakhon district's Kampung Tengor, when security forces on patrol attempted to inspect a house believed to be occupied by members of the Barisan Revolusi Nasional.
Upon approaching the house, the security personnel came under fire from unidentified men hiding inside, leading to an exchange of gunfire. A 51-year-old police officer was found dead at the scene, while three suspected BRN members were also killed inside the house. Two rangers, aged 34 and 35, sustained gunshot wounds to their waists and backs.
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