Two drivers were killed and seven others injured when four cars and a motorcycle collided at an intersection not regulated by traffic lights in Kanchanaburi.
The accident happened around 7am at a six way intersection in Tha Makaa district.
Tha Makaa police and medics who rushed to the scene found a black pick-up with Bangkok plates on its side in the middle of the intersection. Dead was its female driver Jaree Phailorm, 34.
In a klong by the side of the road they found a car with Kanchanaburi plates. Inside was its driver 28 year old Rachen Phuphakdeephan who was also dead.
Two other cars were also involved plus a motorcycle. A further seven victims with injuries including a 75 year old Frenchman were taken to hospital.
Witnesses told police that the black pick-up and a car were following each other. A car came out onto the intersection and collided with the pick-up. Another car following took evasive action but hit a motorcycle and ended up in the klong.
Police are investigating.
(Source:Thai News Agency)