Three Soldiers Injured in Landmine Explosion at Prasat Ta Kwai
On August 27, 2025, the Thai News Agency reported that three soldiers from the 22nd Infantry Regiment were injured in a landmine explosion at Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai while on patrol. The soldiers were deployed to patrol between operational bases in front of bunkers 11-12 on the west side of Prasat Ta Kwai, Surin Province. One soldier, Private Adison Pomklang, sustained an injured right ankle and was airlifted from Phanom Dong Rak Hospital to Surin Hospital with the Sky Doctor team. Two other soldiers, Sergeant Major Natthaphong Sichin and Private Thannathorn Thaokratok, sustained minor injuries, including shrapnel wounds and a left wrist injury, respectively. The injured soldiers were sent back to Phanom Dong Rak Hospital for treatment.
Key Takeaways:
- Three soldiers from the 22nd Infantry Regiment were injured in a landmine explosion at Hill 350 near Prasat Ta Kwai, Surin Province.
- Private Adison Pomklang, Sergeant Major Natthaphong Sichin, and Private Thannathorn Thaokratok suffered injuries ranging from minor to severe, including a right ankle injury, shrapnel wounds, and a left wrist injury.
- The soldiers were patrolling between operational bases in front of bunkers 11-12 on the west side of Prasat Ta Kwai when the explosion occurred.
- The incident site is currently under investigation to ensure safety and prevent future accidents.
- The injured soldiers were transported to Phanom Dong Rak Hospital for treatment, with Private Adison Pomklang being airlifted to Surin Hospital with the Sky Doctor team.
Statistics:
- Three soldiers were injured in the landmine explosion at Hill 350.
- Prior to the incident, reporters had previously reported on patrols by the 22nd Infantry Regiment in the area on August 27, 2015 (Thai News Agency, 27 Aug 2025).
- Phanom Dong Rak Hospital and Surin Hospital provided treatment for the injured soldiers.
- The Sky Doctor team participated in the airlift of Private Adison Pomklang to Surin Hospital.
Sources:
- Thai News Agency, 27 Aug 2025.