A horrific shooting unfolded at Bangkok's upscale Siam Paragon shopping mall today, leaving at least three people dead and multiple others injured. The incident sent terrified shoppers fleeing as gunfire echoed through one of the city's most popular retail destinations.
Eyewitnesses reported scenes of chaos as police swiftly cordoned off the area while armed officers moved in to secure the scene. Local authorities confirmed that a suspect has been apprehended, though details about the individual remain scarce.
Panic in the Mall
"I heard what sounded like firecrackers at first," recounted one shaken shopper. "Then people started screaming and running. Security guards were trying to direct everyone to the exits."
Video footage circulating on social media shows crowds of people rushing out of the mall's exits, some carrying children, as police vehicles and ambulances converged on the scene.
Emergency Response
Medical teams established a triage area near the mall entrance, treating the wounded before transporting them to nearby hospitals. Bangkok's Erawan Emergency Medical Center has confirmed receiving multiple casualties.
"Our officers responded immediately to active shooter reports," said a police spokesperson. "We have one suspect in custody and are working to determine the motive behind this terrible attack."
Tourist Hub Disrupted
The shooting has caused significant disruption in one of Bangkok's busiest commercial districts, with authorities closing surrounding roads and the BTS Skytrain suspending service to Siam station. The mall, frequented by both locals and tourists, remains closed as investigations continue.
This tragic incident marks one of the most serious public shootings in Bangkok in recent years, raising questions about security measures at major public venues in Thailand's capital.
