BANGKOK, THAILAND – A young Vietnamese woman was the victim of a shocking cutter attack in the heart of Bangkok yesterday.
Attack without Warning
The assault occurred on June 27th around 11:30 AM in Soi Silom 5, a bustling area. A 7-Eleven store manager immediately alerted the police after a man injured a foreign woman and fled. The 29-year-old victim, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Tram, works for an advertising firm in Thailand. She sustained injuries from the cutter attack and required medical attention.
Manhunt via Camera
By the time officers arrived, the assailant had vanished. Police quickly utilized CCTV footage from the surrounding area to track down the fugitive. They apprehended and arrested the man in a nearby alley. During a search, they secured the suspected weapon, a cutter.
The Motive
The suspect confessed during questioning. Etsana, a 30-year-old known locally as “Film,” admitted to the act, stating he attacked the woman because he dislikes overweight people. Police reported the man is homeless and frequently changes his location.
Victim Thanks Police
After receiving treatment at the hospital, Nguyen Thi Ngoc Tram returned directly to the Thung Maha Mek Police Station. There, she unequivocally identified the arrested individual as her attacker. She expressed her gratitude to the officers for the swift apprehension, aided by modern surveillance technology.
Residents Had Warned Before
The violent act did not entirely surprise residents of the Silom area. Reports indicate that some had already voiced concerns about the man prior to this incident. Apparently, Etsana had previously caused disturbances and unrest in the neighborhood. The police did not immediately elaborate on the specific nature of these prior incidents.
Custody and Charges
Charges of assault have now been filed against the 30-year-old man. He is in custody awaiting further legal proceedings. The cutter has been seized as evidence, and police investigations are ongoing.