Police have issued a warning to the public and media in the area of Inthamara Soi 29, urging them to refrain from live broadcasting nearby to ensure safety during an emergency situation.
On October 3, 2024, it was reported that a fugitive, identified as Mr. Santi Jehahli, had fled into a residential area. The suspect, approximately 180 cm tall and wearing green body armor, engaged in a shootout with the police, resulting in injuries to officers while he escaped into a home.
Around 7:00 PM, reports indicated that five gunshots were heard, raising concerns that the suspect could pose further danger with his weapon.
As of 11:18 PM, authorities advised the public and media in the vicinity to stop live coverage of police operations nearby and to leave the area for their safety, fearing they could be in the line of fire.
This incident saw Deputy Commissioner of the Metropolitan Police, Pol. Lt. Gen. Nopanan Poonsawat, arrive at the scene to manage the situation, while Acting National Police Chief, Pol. Gen. Kittirat Phanpetch, also arrived shortly after.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
