A group of foreigners in Phuket faces backlash after displaying aggressive behavior during the Songkran Festival. Video footage shows them blocking roads, harassing motorists, and engaging in inappropriate conduct towards women. The Patong Police arrested the group on April 14, charging them with causing a public nuisance and obstructing traffic.
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The incident has intensified public criticism, highlighting concerns over disruptive behavior by tourists in Thailand. A viral video shows the group forcing open a van door and throwing water inside. They face potential penalties of up to three months in prison and a fine of 10,000 baht, though specific penalties remain undisclosed.
Locals and tourists have expressed outrage, sharing additional videos of similar incidents involving the same group. One clip depicts a Thai woman on a motorcycle being doused with water and having shampoo poured on her without consent. Other reports allege the group blocked roads, demanded money, and harassed those who resisted participating in water fights.
Public reaction has been strong, with calls for stricter penalties and suggestions to deport the group. Concerns focus on the negative impact such behavior could have on Thailand’s tourism industry, emphasizing a need for stringent enforcement of laws to protect the country’s reputation as a tourist destination.
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Adapted by ASEAN Now · The Thaiger · 16 Apr 2026