Overview

• At least five people—a market vendor and four security guards—were fatally shot at the Or Tor Kor fresh food market in Bangkok’s Chatuchak district.
• The 61-year-old assailant died by suicide at the scene, bringing the confirmed death toll to six.
• Police have released footage showing the suspect wearing a white hat and backpack and are analysing social media videos to piece together the attack.
• Investigators are working to confirm the gunman’s identity, establish his motive and determine any link to the border clashes with Cambodia.
• No tourists were harmed in the incident but the attack has renewed scrutiny of gun access and security at popular Thai tourist sites.