India, Oct. 19 -- Thai police have arrested an Indian national after he allegedly caused panic among pedestrians in Bangkok's bustling Siam Square area by brandishing a pistol-shaped lighter and shouting incoherently, prompting a swift response from law enforcement.

Security guards and police officers rushed to the scene and attempted to subdue him. However, Thadani reportedly ignored their instructions and continued to act aggressively, at one point threatening officers with the object in his hand, according to The Bangkok Post.

He was eventually detained and taken to the Pathum Wan police station, where he was charged with threatening behaviour and causing a public disturbance.

Police said Thadani's erratic behaviour appeared to be l...