CHIANG MAI — A 20-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a brutal machete attack that severed a 14-year-old girl’s hand and injured two others in Chiang Mai. The suspect, identified as J. A. M., was captured at the Mae Tha drug checkpoint in Lamphun province while attempting to flee to Bangkok.

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The attack, carried out by an estimated 20 members of a Tai Yai (Shan) ethnic gang, occurred when Mong and his associates assaulted the victims with a machete. CCTV footage showed the suspects ignoring pleas from the victims, who insisted they were not involved in any conflict. Mong later admitted he mistakenly targeted the girl—who was wearing a hood—believing she was a male rival.

Mong has a prior arrest record for similar knife attacks in March 2025. He now faces charges including grievous bodily harm, conspiracy, and unauthorized weapon possession. Police have released footage of his arrest to aid public awareness and encourage tips about remaining gang members.

CHIANG MAI – Police have arrested 15 suspects in connection with a brutal gang attack that left three students seriously injured, including a 14-year-old girl who lost her hand, in Chiang Mai's Mueang district on Sept 16.

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The incident has intensified concerns about youth safety and gang violence in northern Thailand. Authorities are expanding investigations and coordinating with local communities to prevent further attacks. Checkpoints and surveillance operations remain active as police pursue other suspects linked to the assault.

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Legal proceedings will focus on holding all accomplices accountable, with an emphasis on dismantling gang networks in the region. The victim is receiving medical treatment, and community leaders are calling for strengthened measures to protect vulnerable residents.

-Thailand News (TN)