Excise Office in Mayo, Pattani Closed Following Armed Attack

On August 4, 2026, the Excise Department reported an armed attack on its Mayo branch office in Pattani province. According to Khaosod Online, the incident occurred at approximately 11:24 a.m. while police officers were processing a tobacco-related case at the office located in Langa sub-district. Two assailants, disguised in hijabs, arrived on a motorcycle and fired 16 rounds from a long gun at the building. The gunfire shattered windows and damaged the office walls, resulting in two injuries, including one official.

Following the attack, the office has been ordered to close temporarily. For residents and travelers in the region, this incident highlights a volatile security environment in the southern border provinces. While the motive behind the attack remains under investigation, the presence of armed individuals in public spaces poses significant risks. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the identities of the perpetrators or potential links to broader regional unrest. Those currently in or planning to travel to the Pattani area are advised to monitor local news updates closely and exercise heightened caution, as the situation remains fluid and the security status of government facilities may change without notice.