Knife Rampage Shocks Phuket Nightlife
A night of fun at Phuket’s buzzing Rhythm Social Bar ends in chaos. At 11:05pm on October 1, 2025, a love triangle erupts into violence.
CCTV footage captures the chilling moment. Thirayut Thammapetch, grandson of a prominent southern mayor, creeps up behind his rival. In seconds, he plunges a pocket knife into Kantawut Preecha’s body three or four times.
The attack is swift and savage. Witnesses gasp as blood spills onto the dance floor.
Victim Fights for Life After Vicious Attack
Kantawut, just 25 and from Nakhon Sri Thammarat, suffers horrific stab wounds to his neck, chest and arm.
Friends rush him to Bangkok Hospital Phuket. Doctors battle to save him in emergency surgery. His condition stabilises, but he remains on the brink.
“He’s still in critical danger,” a hospital source reveals.
Suspect Flees in Flashy BMW
After the stabbing, Thirayut bolts from the scene. He speeds off in a gleaming white BMW Z4 with Bangkok plates.
Police later find the luxury car abandoned near Poonphol Night Plaza. It’s seized as crucial evidence. But Thirayut himself has vanished.
Police Probe Jealous Motive
Phuket City Police, led by Colonel Chatree Chukaew and Lieutenant Udom Petcharat, confirm the motive: jealousy.
Thirayut is the ex-boyfriend of Kantawut’s current girlfriend. The love triangle turns deadly.
“He knew about their relationship,” a police spokesman confirms. “That’s why he snapped.”
Love Triangle Turns Deadly
Witnesses paint a tragic picture. Kantawut is out with his girlfriend when the attack happens.
She tells police she ended a four-year relationship with Thirayut just three months ago. Her new romance with Kantawut appears to have pushed her ex over the edge.
The emotional fallout is plain for all to see.
Political Family Under Scrutiny
The case sparks uproar across Thailand. Thirayut’s grandfather is Kraiwat Thammapetch, the mayor of Phatthalung Town.
All eyes are on the powerful family. Will influence shield the suspect?
Police insist not. “We will pursue justice, no matter who he is,” an officer vows.
Suspect Promises to Surrender
Latest reports suggest Thirayut has made contact through relatives. He plans to turn himself in within days.
Meanwhile, prosecutors prepare an arrest warrant. The investigation gathers pace.
Police pledge to hold everyone accountable. But for many, this is yet another grim reminder of how love and jealousy can spiral into deadly violence.
