A man was killed in a grenade explosion outside his ex-girlfriend’s home in Tha Chana district, Surat Thani, on the morning of Sunday, May 25, 2025, after she refused to reconcile with him.
Authorities identified the man as Surapong Thongnak, aged 35.
Argument Escalates After Failed Reconciliation
According to reports from Bangkok Post, Surapong arrived at his ex-girlfriend Kan-onraphat’s house in Moo 1, Samo Thong subdistrict at around 8 a.m., hoping to repair their brief relationship, which had lasted about two months.
However, when she refused to take him back, the situation turned violent.
Tried to Stab Victim with Scissors but Neighbors Intervened
Police said Surapong allegedly tried to stab her with scissors, but neighbors intervened, allowing Kan-onraphat to run inside the house and escape further harm.
Grenade Fails to Detonate, Then Explodes in His Hand During Second Attempt
Following the confrontation, Surapong went to his parked car and returned with a grenade.
He threw it toward the house, but it did not explode. Surapong then walked toward the grenade to attempt to throw it again, but it exploded in his hand before he could do so, killing him on the spot.
His body was found face down at the scene.
Three Injured, All Conscious
The explosion injured three of Kan-onraphat’s relatives: La-or Rodkird (73), Samart Janyang (68), and Sayan Rodkird (40), according to The Thaiger.
Kan-onraphat escaped unhurt. All were conscious and taken to the hospital for treatment.
Additionally, the blast also damaged a nearby parked vehicle, shattering its windscreen.
Police Uncover Drugs in Suspect’s Car
A search of Surapong’s vehicle led officers to discover 500 grams of crystal methamphetamine inside a bottle.
No other explosives or firearms were found.
Previous Conviction
Surapong had previously served five months in prison in 2020 for a drug-related conviction, according to Khaosod English.
Investigations Ongoing
The Explosive Ordnance Disposal (EOD) unit and Region 8 Forensic Police were dispatched to the scene to analyze the explosive.
Police have yet to confirm the specific type of grenade used. The investigation into both the explosive device and the drugs is ongoing.
Featured photos courtesy of Tiger News and Khaosod English
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