The police in Nakhon Ratchasima have interrogated a woman who posted a threatening message about a possible shooting at a mall, citing family stress as the reason for her actions. She has no prior history of mental health treatment and is facing charges under the Computer Crime Act.
On October 14, 2024, it was reported that a Facebook user had posted threats in a local group, causing panic among residents. Authorities tracked down the poster, a 31-year-old woman named Ms. Bang-on, living in Pak Thong Chai. Following their investigation, police found evidence on her phone confirming she made the post and brought her in for questioning.
During interrogation, Ms. Bang-on confessed to being the author of the threatening message. The police have charged her with providing false information to a computer system that could harm public safety and cause panic among the public. Further investigations could lead to additional charges if more offenses or accomplices are found.
Additionally, the police chief of Nakhon Ratchasima, Pol. Maj. Gen. Narongrit Dansuwan, noted that the suspect has four Facebook accounts and they are investigating the legality of her posts further. Her criminal history includes four offenses: one theft and three related to firearms. Interestingly, there are no records of her seeking mental health care. The motive behind her actions appears to stem from stress related to family issues, including unemployment.
The police have pledged to use advanced technology for timely investigations and remind the public that the situation has returned to normal. Various media are disseminating information to keep the public informed, and by October 15, the police will submit the case to prosecutors for legal proceedings, as stated by Pol. Maj. Gen. Narongrit.
This article was rewritten from a Thairath’s news article.
