Thailand: Police responding to a security incident at Siam Paragon shopping mall, Bangkok, Oct. 3 /update 1

Event

Police are deploying to the Siam Paragon shopping mall in Bangkok during the late afternoon Oct. 3. There are reports of shots being fired at the site. Shoppers are reportedly departing the scene. There have been no reports of casualties. BTS Skytrain has reportedly closed its connections to Siam Paragon. Siam Paragon is also reportedly closed.

Increased security and localized transport and business disruptions are likely in the area over the coming hours.

Advice

Avoid the area until police give the all-clear. Plan for some road travel and rail service disruptions near the impact area.