Two foreign females were caught on CCTV defecating outside a shop in Patong, Phuket, prompting complaints from local business owners and residents over hygiene and public behaviour.
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The incident took place at around 5pm on 20 June 2026 outside a shop in Patong, Kathu district. According to CCTV footage, the two women stopped outside the premises while the shop was closed and had not yet opened for business.
The footage reportedly shows one of the women was experiencing severe stomach discomfort and being unable to hold on. She then squatted and defecated on the pavement directly outside the shop, against a covered display unit.
Afterwards, she used tissue paper to clean herself before leaving the area with her companion. The waste was left behind, leaving the shop owner to deal with the aftermath.
Images from the CCTV system were later shared locally online, drawing attention to the incident and sparking discussion among business operators in the area. Several local traders expressed dissatisfaction, saying the act affected hygiene standards and reflected poorly on the image of the shopping district.
The identities and nationalities of the two women have not been established. No information has been released indicating whether the pair were tourists staying in Phuket or residents of the area.
There has been no confirmation that the shop owner has filed a formal complaint with police. Authorities have also not announced any investigation or legal action in connection with the incident.
Amarin reported the case has renewed discussion about public behaviour in popular tourist destinations and the challenges faced by businesses. Whether any further action will be taken remains unclear. Authorities have yet to provide an official statement regarding possible enforcement measures or efforts to identify those involved.
Picture courtesy of Amarin
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Adapted by ASEAN Now Amarin 22 June 2026
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