And in the flash is bright orange, chaotic scene followed by people running down the sidewalk. At least 18 people were killed, including chinese tourist. More than 100 were injured. In the heart of bangkok, near a hindu shrine. The timing and location here are key. Absolutely. As you mentioned, this is in the heart of bangkok. Its an intersection that is incredibly popular amongst locals and tourists. The shrine itself is hugely popular. You mention that its a hindu shrine but buddhists seek members and hindu members over bangkoks considerable Indian Community go there to worship and, of course, 7 00 in the evening, people are heading home from work. They want to go and give pay their respects at the shrine. They bring flowers, insents. Its a popular location for people coming from all over the world as well. A major tourist hot spot. Ana . Who or what are behind it . Are investigators saying its terrorism . They are calling it a terrorist attack. Who is behind it they simply dont know
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