NAKHON SI THAMMARAT, Thailand – A six-year-old boy has died after being critically injured in an incident involving a pet macaque on Saturday. Despite emergency medical care at Sichon Hospital, the boy later succumbed to his injuries. Police have secured the scene and are investigating, while the community remains deeply distraught.
Wie der Angriff nach Angaben der Ermittler ablief
According to police, the boy approached the leashed monkey, which was kept near the house. The animal then suddenly attacked Nathan Ekkarat Srichan, causing severe injuries. Family members immediately transported the critically injured child to Sichon Hospital. There, doctors identified another injury to the boy’s leg before he passed away despite intensive medical efforts.
Wer das Opfer war
The child was identified as Nathan Ekkarat Srichan, a six-year-old first-grader at Ban Khao Yuan Tao School. His death has deeply affected his classmates, teachers, and relatives. The attack occurred in Khao Yuan Thao village, Moo 4, in the Thepharat sub-district of Sichon district, Nakhon Si Thammarat province. News of the incident spread rapidly throughout the district.
Der Affe und sein Besitzer
The macaque belonged to the boy’s grandfather, known as Jaroon. The animal had reportedly been raised as a pet since it was an infant. It was stated that the animal was not trained for coconut harvesting but was kept as a companion. The monkey was tied to two trees with a long rope and could climb on a wooden beam. Police found the animal still secured in its place after the attack.
Polizei sichert Beweise und befragt Zeugen
Police Lieutenant Montri Lenthat from Plian Police Station responded to the emergency call and proceeded to the scene with rescue workers to secure evidence and question witnesses. Officers documented the positions of buildings, the rope system, and the monkey’s climbing structure. Investigators gathered statements from relatives and residents, and are examining the animal’s living conditions to reconstruct the sequence of the attack. A specific trigger for the sudden assault has not yet been identified.
Reaktionen aus Schule und Gemeinde
Ban Khao Yuan Tao School extended its condolences to the family, confirming that Nathan was in the first grade. Teachers and classmates expressed deep sorrow over the loss. Local residents reported shock and dismay, and photographs of the property showed the rope stretched between trees and the wooden beam used by the monkey. The community is closely following the investigation.
Ermittlungsstand und rechtliche Lage
Police emphasize that investigations are ongoing. Evidence has been secured, witness statements taken, and the macaque’s living conditions are being reviewed. Authorities aim to determine the exact course of events before further steps are taken. No charges have been filed to date. The monkey remained leashed following the incident, and officials are compiling their official report as the family mourns the young boy.