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Eight Thai monks killed after boy drives truck into procession: Police

Tragedy struck in Thailand's Mukdahan province when an 11-year-old boy, driving his parents' truck without permission, crashed into a Buddhist procession. The devastating incident claimed the lives of eight monks and left ten others injured. Authorities are investigating the cause and emphasizing the critical need for enhanced road safety awareness, particularly for parents, to prevent such heart-wrenching accidents.

2 Jul 2026 1:56 pm