Thailand: Mass shooting in food market in Bangkok leaves five dead, shooter commits suicide
A man shot dead five people and then killed himself in a mass shooting incident in Bangkok's Or Tor Kor market on Monday.
The gunman was found dead on a bench inside the market.
A gunman opened fire at Bangkok’s Or To Ko market on Monday, killing 5 plp 4 security guards & a woman—before taking his own life, police said. The market is known for selling local produce. Authorities confirmed the total death toll stands at six.#กราดยิง #Thailand #Bangkok pic.twitter.com/AFNZDlGuXs
— sudhakar (@naidusudhakar) July 28, 2025
He was reportedly wearing a black t-shirt and camouflage shorts.
Police recovered an ID card and a driving licence identifying the deceased as a 61-year-old man from Khong district, Nakhon Ratchasima. The name on the cards is Noi Praidaen, reported Bangkok Post.
Rescue workers have confirmed to the newspaper that four market security guards and a woman vendor were killed by the attacker.
Two other women were injured in the incident.
Police have begun investigating the incident.
The Or Tor Kor market is a popular destination in Bangkok, which is also known to attract a large number of tourists.
It is known for selling fresh fruits and seafood.
Mass shooting incidents are not common in Thailand.
IBNS
Senior Staff Reporter at Northeast Herald, covering news from Tripura and Northeast India.
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