Deadly bomb attack in Bangkok leaves many dead

At the height of rush hour in Bangkok tonight there was a huge explosion in the heart of the shopping district. Latest reports say 18 people were killed with many injured. Foreign tourists are among the dead and injured. Follow me on @RichardBarrow for latest updates. Please note, I’m not available for interviews.

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2 thoughts on “Deadly bomb attack in Bangkok leaves many dead

  • August 18, 2015 at 1:45 pm
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    My friends and I are supposed to go on a trip to Bangkok this coming weekend. Will you still advise us to go ahead with our plan considering this incident that happened?
    Looking forward to your reply sir
    Million thanks.

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    • August 19, 2015 at 6:40 am
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      At this moment in time we don’t know who the bombers are and what their motives are. So, I don’t want to say anything for sure. But, I will say this, I will be in Bangkok this weekend visiting malls and tourist attractions.

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