Tragedy Strikes Buddhist Pilgrimage | Bahamas News

Bahamas News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 1m

A devastating crash in northeastern Thailand claims nine lives—including five monks killed instantly and four more later—when an 11-year-old boy, reportedly with special needs, drove his parents’ pickup truck into a Buddhist monk pilgrimage procession. The group, made up of 35 monks and five lay followers, was walking along the roadside when the tragedy unfolded. Authorities are investigating how the boy gained access to the vehicle and what legal steps may follow, while the community mourns the abrupt end to a sacred journey. The incident has left the region in shock, underscoring the…