Thirteen officers from Mueang Prachuap Police Station have been commended for their swift action in solving a high-profile murder case, receiving awards in recognition of their efforts.
At a ceremony held on 9 March 2025 at Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Police Headquarters, Pol. Maj. Gen. Nakharin Sukonthawit, Commander of Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Police, presented a commendation plaque to the officers. The recognition highlights their efficiency in resolving the case and their commitment to public safety.
The officers honoured include:
- Pol. Col. Paitoon Promkian, Superintendent of Mueang Prachuap Police Station
- Pol. Lt. Col. Sakda Champathong, Deputy Superintendent of Investigation
- Pol. Lt. Col. Thanya Chitjaruwong, Inspector of Investigation
- Pol. Lt. Col. (Female) Suphaporn Duangkan-ya, Inspector (Inquiry)
- Pol. Capt. Prasarn Boonchuea, Deputy Inspector of Investigation
- Pol. Capt. (Female) Rattanaporn Thongjeen, Deputy Inspector (Inquiry)
- Pol. Sub-Lt. Sutthisak Inthaket, Deputy Inspector (Investigation)
- Pol. Sub-Lt. Wenai Chaem, Deputy Inspector (Investigation)
- Pol. Sub-Lt. Bancha Wongwian, Deputy Inspector (Investigation)
- Pol. Sgt. Maj. Rachanont Boonkerd, Squad Leader (Investigation)
- Pol. Sgt. Maj. Romchat Udomsuk, Squad Leader (Investigation)
- Pol. Lance Corporal Pongsakorn Yaemlanka, Squad Leader (Patrol)
- Pol. Lance Corporal Nattawut Phengyang, Squad Leader (Patrol)
The commendation follows the officers’ response to a fatal stabbing on 11 January 2025. The incident occurred on the Bangkok-bound side of Phetkasem Road in Village No. 7, Bo Nok Subdistrict, Mueang Prachuap Khiri Khan. A 59-year-old man, Mr. Thanya, was stabbed to death, and the suspect fled the scene by car.
Pol. Col. Paitoon Promkian and his investigative team launched an immediate inquiry, reviewing CCTV footage and gathering evidence. Their efforts led to the identification of the suspect, Mr. Wichitchai (surname withheld), a 47-year-old truck driver from Buriram Province working for a well-known logistics company.
An arrest warrant was issued by the Prachuap Khiri Khan Provincial Court on 12 January 2025, charging Mr. Wichitchai with intentional homicide. He was later apprehended in Tak Province while making a delivery. Authorities recovered the weapon used in the crime and transferred him to Mueang Prachuap Police Station for legal proceedings.