Uzbek Woman Injured After Skirt Catches in Motorcycle Chain

A 52-year-old Uzbek tourist, Subkhana Dauletalievna, was injured in Pattaya when her long skirt caught in a motorcycle chain, pulling her off the vehicle. The accident occurred shortly after midnight at the entrance to Soi 13/4 in Bang Lamung district, Chonburi province. Rescue workers quickly arrived on the scene, providing first aid before transporting her to a nearby hospital.

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Rescue officials reported receiving the call at 00:10 from the location off Pattaya Second Road. The motorcycle taxi, driven by 26-year-old Pakorn Wongsaen, had picked up Dauletalievna from Soi 16 and warned her to lift her skirt to avoid entanglement. However, as they neared the entrance, the skirt became entangled in the motorcycle's components.

Pakorn managed to keep the motorcycle from tipping over when the incident happened, despite the damage to the vehicle. The tourist fell onto the road but sustained only abrasions. After the accident, Pakorn immediately contacted local authorities for assistance.

This incident highlights the need for caution when wearing loose clothing on motorcycles, a common mode of transport in Pattaya. [Insert video here if available] Experts urge tourists and residents alike to heed safety advisories to prevent similar incidents. Looking ahead, increased awareness and safety measures may reduce such occurrences, reported Khaosod.

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