Thai soldiers confront with protesting Thai-Muslim villagers, top, during a protest outside Ingkhayuth military base in Pattani province, southern Thailand

Hostage Dies, Stolen Truck Explodes at Police Station

PATTANI — One of five vehicles stolen the day before in a brazen raid exploded early Thursday morning at a police station in Pattani province after a hostage taken by the gunmen was shot to death.

At about 4am, a pickup truck exploded in front of the Mayo Police Station in Pattani province. No one was killed or injured, according to station chief Col. Ekkachai Wichien.

Full story: khaosodenglish.com

By Chayanit Itthipongmaetee
Khaosod English

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