ISOC Region 4 Awaits Forensics in Copters Shooting Allegations
Col. Ekwarit Chobchupol of ISOC Region 4 Forward Command updated on Southern unrest cases on Aug 25, 2026, denying M16 helicopter shooting rumors.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
- ISOC Region 4 urges patience for forensic results over copter shooting claims.
- Denies rumors of an air force sergeant firing an M16 from a helicopter.
- Emphasizes that forensic evidence is the ultimate truth all parties must accept.
- Narathiwat Hospital director noted wounds are not from high-destruction arms.
On August 25, 2026, Colonel Ekwarit Chobchupol, Deputy Spokesperson for the Internal Security Operations Command (ISOC) Region 4 Forward Command, addressed the progress of legal cases concerning unrest across multiple locations in Thailand's southern border provinces. He stated that police are currently summoning relevant individuals for questioning and gathering evidence according to legal procedures.
Stock photo for illustration only, not from the actual event
Regarding discrepancies in accounts of weapons being fired from a helicopter between state officials and those involved, alongside public calls for a dedicated investigation committee, Col. Ekwarit clarified that no such committee has been established. He emphasized that the investigation should follow standard legal channels handled by the police as part of the normal judicial process.
"Everyone makes claims to benefit their own side, but what proves things best is forensic evidence, which we can verify. Whatever the outcome turns out to be, everyone must accept it."
Furthermore, the ISOC Region 4 deputy spokesperson dismissed reports alleging that an air force sergeant used an M16 rifle to shoot from a helicopter at the injured victims, noting that parties naturally present claims that favor themselves, but objective forensic proof remains the definitive benchmark.
Forensic examination plays a critical role in security-related legal proceedings by establishing factual objectivity, particularly in sensitive regions where conflicting narratives often circulate. Relying on scientific methods such as ballistic analysis and wound pathology helps bridge gaps between opposing claims and reinforces public trust in the judicial system.
When asked whether bullet wounds on the victims could indicate military-grade weapons versus handguns, Col. Ekwarit reiterated that the Director of Narathiwat Ratchanakarin Hospital had already issued a joint press briefing with the Narathiwat Task Force, stating that the injuries did not originate from high-impact destructive weaponry without drawing a definitive conclusion, leaving the final determination to forensic experts.
Source: Khaosod Politics
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