Driver Arrested After Deadly Thai Bus Fire

Thai police have arrested the driver of a bus that caught fire, killing 23 students and teachers during a school trip near Bangkok. The tragic incident occurred when the bus, carrying 39 students and six teachers from Uthai Thani province, experienced a tire failure, leading to a loss of control and a rapid fire outbreak. Families have arrived in Bangkok to identify victims, as recovery efforts were delayed due to the intense heat from the natural gas-fueled blaze. Three students remain hospitalized, with two in critical condition due to severe burns. The driver, Saman Chanput, faces charges of reckless driving causing deaths and injuries, and had initially fled the scene before surrendering to authorities. Investigations are ongoing as the community mourns this devastating loss.