PATONG, PHUKET – A Thai tuk-tuk driver was brutally assaulted by three foreign men following a heated parking dispute outside a mall in Patong, Phuket. The incident, which has sparked outrage among locals, began when the driver asked a foreign motorcyclist to move his bike, which was blocking the tuk-tuk. The situation quickly escalated into violence, leaving the driver with serious injuries.
According to eyewitnesses, the altercation started when the tuk-tuk driver, whose name has not been released, requested that a foreign motorcyclist move his bike, which was obstructing the driver’s vehicle. The motorcyclist refused and became aggressive, leading to a verbal confrontation. The motorcyclist then called two friends to the scene, and the trio proceeded to attack the driver.
The attackers reportedly strangled the driver and struck him repeatedly in the head and face with a glass bottle. The assault left the driver with a severe head wound that required six stitches and a broken nasal bone. He was rushed to a nearby hospital for treatment and is currently recovering from his injuries.
Yesterday, a Thai tuk-tuk driver was assaulted by three foreign men following a parking dispute outside a mall in Patong, Phuket. The incident began when the driver requested a foreign motorcyclist to move his bike, which was obstructing his tuk-tuk.
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The tuk-tuk driver has since filed a formal complaint with the Patong Police, who are investigating the incident. Authorities are reviewing CCTV footage from the area and gathering witness statements to identify the attackers. The driver is also seeking public assistance in identifying the three foreign men, who fled the scene after the assault.
The incident has raised concerns about the safety of local service workers in Phuket, a popular tourist destination. Tuk-tuk drivers, who are a common sight in the area, often face challenges dealing with unruly behavior from tourists and expatriates. Local residents have called for stricter enforcement of laws and better protection for workers in the tourism industry.
Patong Police have urged anyone with information about the attackers to come forward and assist in the investigation. They have also reminded the public that such acts of violence are unacceptable and will be met with strict legal action.
This case highlights the need for greater awareness and respect for local laws and customs, particularly in areas heavily reliant on tourism. Authorities are working to ensure that justice is served and that similar incidents are prevented in the future.
Updates on the investigation and the condition of the tuk-tuk driver are expected as the case progresses.
-Thailand News (TN)
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