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11 Nov 2023 | 10:28 AM UTC

Thailand: Police continue response to earlier shooting along Sunthonkosa Road in Bangkok the afternoon of Nov. 11 /update 1

Police continue response to earlier shooting along Sunthonkosa Road in Bangkok, Thailand, Nov. 11. Plan for disruptions.

Warning

Police continue their response to an earlier shooting near a Thanachart Bank (TTB) ATM along Sunthonkosa Road in Bangkok's Khlong Toei District the afternoon of Nov. 11. Preliminary reports indicate that the shooting arose from a personal dispute, leaving one bystander dead, and another person who was involved in the dispute critically injured. Officials have not confirmed any arrests in relation to the shooting, although there is not assessed to be any threat to the wider public.

A heightened security presence will likely continue in the affected area over the coming hours as police conduct investigations. Associated transport and business disruptions are probable.

Avoid the scene until authorities conclude their investigation and give the all-clear. Strictly follow all official directives. Allow additional time for journeys.