Two motorcycle taxi riders engaged in a knife fight on a busy road in Bang Bon, Bangkok, on Tuesday evening, April 28, narrowly missing injuring a foreign passenger. The altercation, captured and shared widely on social media, caused significant traffic disruptions as onlookers gathered.
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The incident began with the riders chasing each other near Soi Kamnan Maen 11 before stopping and confronting each other outside a papaya salad stall. Witnesses reported seeing one rider in a black shirt stabbing another rider in a brown shirt in the hand. The foreign passenger, shaken but unharmed, took refuge in a nearby convenience store to avoid the unfolding chaos.
Police from Bang Khun Thian Station identified the riders as working for the same ride-hailing service. A witness suggested the dispute might have been over competition for passengers. The government later charged both individuals with voluntarily engaging in a physical altercation, which could result in a fine of up to 5,000 baht.
The injured rider explained to authorities that the conflict began after picking up the foreign passenger in Sathorn. He claimed the confrontation started due to a hostile exchange over the ride-hailing platform each driver was using. The scene de-escalated when a bystander intervened to remove the weapon.
Experts suggest this incident highlights the growing tensions among motorcycle taxi drivers in Bangkok as competition increases with app-based services. The situation emphasizes the need for clearer regulations and safety measures.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 30 Apr 2026
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