Local Police Officer Surrenders After Fatal Hospital Shooting
A shocking incident unfolded at Khon Kaen Hospital when a local police officer, Pol Sgt Veeraphong Buayen, surrendered himself in connection with a fatal shooting. The victim, a 29-year-old Myanmar man, was shot by the officer who was reportedly angered by the man disturbing his father in the next bed.
According to reports, Pol Sgt Veeraphong confessed to the crime but refused to participate in a re-enactment at the hospital. The suspect admitted to shooting the victim in the head, claiming he was agitated by the man’s behavior.
The incident took place on Thursday night, with the victim succumbing to his injuries shortly after being taken to the emergency ward. Pol Sgt Veeraphong, who had a history of depression and health issues, has been charged with premeditated murder and illegal possession of a weapon.
The victim’s girlfriend expressed disbelief that a law enforcement officer could commit such a heinous act. She acknowledged that her boyfriend may have been disturbing others with his late-night phone activities but emphasized that violence was not the answer.
This tragic event has shocked the community, raising questions about the mental health and well-being of law enforcement officers. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover the full details of this senseless act of violence.
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