BURIRAM – A tragic incident in Buriram province has left two family members dead after a four-year-old breeding buffalo turned violent in a rice field. The attack occurred on November 15th in Lam Plai Mat district, claiming the lives of 77-year-old Somchit Chinson and his 43-year-old daughter-in-law, Phairoh Namkam.

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Police and rescue workers responded to the scene approximately two kilometers from Ban Nong Kung village after receiving reports of the attack. Somchit was found with fatal injuries including a deep neck puncture and severe abdominal wound, while Phairoh was discovered unconscious approximately twenty meters away with multiple bruises. Despite being rushed to Lam Plai Mat Hospital, Phairoh succumbed to her injuries shortly after arrival.

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The buffalo, named “Chao Kong,” was secured by villagers following the incident. Standing approximately 160 centimeters tall and weighing between 700-800 kilograms, the animal had been purchased by the family as an investment for breeding services. Family members suggested the buffalo’s aggressive behavior may have stemmed from frustration after not being taken out for mating during the busy rice harvest season. The animal’s owner has since stated she no longer wishes to keep the buffalo following the double tragedy.

-Thailand News (TN)