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Teenagers Charged in Shocking Homeless Man Arson Case

1/23/2026

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Story summary

Three Bangkok-area children, aged nine to 15, are identified as suspects in the burning of homeless man Mr. Karn under a bridge, an attack filmed and shared online.
Police plan to charge them with attempted murder and property damage as the case advances.
Mr. Karn, the homeless man who survived, said he felt a cold liquid before his body ignited.

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Story summary

Three Bangkok-area children, aged nine to 15, are identified as suspects in the burning of homeless man Mr. Karn under a bridge, an attack filmed and shared online.
Police plan to charge them with attempted murder and property damage as the case advances.
Mr. Karn, the homeless man who survived, said he felt a cold liquid before his body ignited.