Pailin city police received reports from residents that two youth groups had attacked each other at about 6 p.m. on January 12, 2026, in Ou Ta Puk Leu village, Pailin city.
After receiving the information, city police intervened immediately and detained five members of one group, seizing improvised weapons and two motorcycles.
Continuing their investigation into January 13, 2026, officers detained two more associates and then three members of the opposing group, also seizing knives and improvised swords.
In total, officers detained ten people from the two groups. Seized evidence comprised six knives, one belt with a metal buckle and two motorcycles. The investigation continues, as some suspects fled.
After questioning, the youths reportedly admitted that they had quarrelled in a group chat and arranged to meet for an actual fight. Police have requested the prosecutor’s authorisation to detain all those involved and continue legal procedures.
By: Pai Sokhim.
