A gunman killed five security guards in a Bangkok market, then killed himself. No tourists were harmed.

On Monday, July 28, 2025, an armed attack in a Bangkok market resulted in the death of five security guards, and the perpetrator, a gunman, later committed suicide. The incident took place in the Or Tor Kor market, famous for agricultural produce. Police are investigating the motives behind the attack, stressing that no tourists were killed. Thailand, which has a relatively high rate of gun ownership, has seen violent incidents in the past, undermining consumer confidence in the tourism environment.