Police in Pattaya have tracked down five security guards following a widely shared video showing a group assaulting a tourist on Walking Street, an incident that has drawn criticism online and raised concerns about the city’s tourism industry.
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The video, reportedly filmed by a tourist, captured security staff from an entertainment venue on Walking Street in South Pattaya surrounding and attacking a foreign visitor. The footage quickly spread across social media platforms, prompting widespread public criticism and concerns.
On March 15, 2026, officers from Pattaya Tourist Police identified and summoned five security guards involved in the incident for questioning. The officers were led by Pol. Lt. Col. Prabda Suksuntree, inspector of Tourist Police Station 4, Division 2, Tourist Police Bureau 1, and Pol. Lt. Col. Apichat Jarurak, an investigator from the same unit.
Police said the group were employed as security staff at an entertainment venue located on Walking Street. Authorities considered the incident serious and violates government policies aimed at maintaining safety and hospitality for visitors.
According to the guards’ statements, the incident occurred at around 03.55am while the venue was preparing to close. Staff were reportedly guiding customers out of the premises when the foreign tourist attempted to enter the venue.
The guards said they tried to stop the tourist and informed him that the establishment was already closed, asking him to leave. They claimed the tourist became angry and an argument broke out with one guard.
Other security staff then came outside the venue after noticing the situation escalating. They said the tourist allegedly struck one of the guards first, leading to a chaotic confrontation that was captured in the viral video.
Authorities have recorded the identities of all five guards and have referred them to investigators at Pattaya City Police Station for further legal proceedings. The case will now proceed in accordance with the law.
Police also confirmed that the foreign tourist involved in the altercation has not filed a formal complaint or reported the incident to authorities, despite reportedly suffering injuries during the confrontation.
However, officials said the matter will still be reviewed due to its impact on public order and tourism. Authorities are considering proposing a temporary closure of the venue to the Chon Buri provincial governor if deemed appropriate. Local officials said further action will depend on the outcome of the investigation and any additional evidence collected from witnesses or video recordings.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now SiamChon 16 Mar 2026