Passenger bus driver who crashed in Saraburi on Saturday, killing 7 and injuring dozens, arrested for taking meth while driving

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Saraburi –

A double-decker bus driver who crashed into a foundation post of a bridge and killed seven passengers in Saraburi was captured today, March 14th, after being found taking drugs while driving.

Mueang Saraburi police chief Chetchai Sethasiri revealed that the officials and more than 15 witnesses had been questioned to seek more information and the cause of the accident. One of them was bus driver Narinsart Hongsa, 30, who was previously taken for physical examination and found substance abuse (Methamphetamine) in his body.

Narinsart was detained at Mueng Saraburi Police Station for re-investigation. Initially, he reportedly admitted to the officials for using methamphetamine while driving before the incident occurred.

The police then primarily charged him for drug abuse while driving without permission and reckless driving causing death. The owner of a bus company would also be summoned for further investigation as well, chief Chetchai stated.

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Nop Meechukhun
National News Writer at The Pattaya News from September 2020 to October 2022. Born and raised in Bangkok, Nop enjoys telling stories of her hometown through her words and pictures. Her educational experience in the United States and her passion for journalism have shaped her genuine interests in society, politics, education, culture, and art.