snoop1130 Posted March 14, 2022 Share Posted March 14, 2022 PHOTO: Dailynews A double-decker bus driver who crashed into a foundation post of a bridge and killed seven passengers in Saraburi was captured today, March 14th, after being found taking drugs while driving. Mueang Saraburi police chief Chetchai Sethasiri revealed that the officials and more than 15 witnesses had been questioned to seek more information and the cause of the accident. One of them was bus driver Narinsart Hongsa, 30, who was previously taken for physical examination and found substance abuse (Methamphetamine) in his body. Keep up to date with all things Thailand - Join our daily ASEAN NOW Thailand Newsletter - Click to subscribe Full Story: https://thepattayanews.com/2022/03/14/passenger-bus-driver-who-crashed-in-saraburi-on-saturday-killing-7-and-injuring-dozens-arrested-for-taking-meth-while-driving/ -- © Copyright The Pattaya News 2022-03-14 - Aetna offers a range of visa-compliant plans that meet the minimum requirement of medical treatment, including COVID-19, up to THB 3m. For more information on all expat health insurance plans click here. - Follow ASEAN NOW on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ThailandRyan Posted March 14, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 14, 2022 That's not so shocking that he was arrested for using Meth, its how many of these long haul drivers, Bus drivers who drive overnight stay awake. Looks like the bus company may be going out of business after it settles the bills for the deaths, the injuries and then further compensation to the uninjured who now have PTSD/mental anguish from being involved in a crash where people died. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post steven100 Posted March 14, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 14, 2022 life in jail for the addict. one of the family members should take him out. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 2 is 1 Posted March 14, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 14, 2022 I have few times taking bus from Loei to BKK. Bus drives about 11 houer and not stop even once (if dont have police check point). Everybody who have drive long distance know how hard is focus long time when driving! In Finland has law and running recorder for bus and trucks and they have to stop every 2 houer for 15 minutes or get huge fine! All sht in Thai trafic dont need wonder why so many accident happens! 11 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 7 counts of manslaughter should keep him out of harms way. I seriously hope the travel company has adequate insurance cover for all the medical expense for now & the future, plus compensation for trauma. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Nicholas Paul KNIGHT Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 (edited) Bus companies as well as Long haul truck copmpanies MUST be held responsible for the actions of their drivers. NOT checking and closing their eyes to Driver stupidity is no excuse. I will not travel unless I am driving as I do NOT trust the Bus companies Edited March 15, 2022 by Nicholas Paul KNIGHT spelling 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 I have more faith in mini buses as they don't do long haul. Also most of them own the vans. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Isaan sailor Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 Force him and the bus owners to attend the funerals here in Isaan, and see the orphaned young children. Negligence and manslaughter—no excuses. 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Chelseafan Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 If only the media would devote as much discussion and debate on these incidents than they do the "Watermelon saga" then perhaps we'd see an improvement on the roads 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ChrisY1 Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 15 hours ago, ThailandRyan said: That's not so shocking that he was arrested for using Meth, its how many of these long haul drivers, Bus drivers who drive overnight stay awake. Looks like the bus company may be going out of business after it settles the bills for the deaths, the injuries and then further compensation to the uninjured who now have PTSD/mental anguish from being involved in a crash where people died. Of course, there should be mandatory drug and alcohol tests at the start of each shift....it's not rocket science...but TiT 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Eaglekott Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 1 hour ago, kingstonkid said: I have more faith in mini buses as they don't do long haul. Also most of them own the vans. But they tend to drive very fast so they can go back and forth as many times possible in one day instead. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anant72 Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 16 hours ago, ThailandRyan said: That's not so shocking that he was arrested for using Meth, its how many of these long haul drivers, Bus drivers who drive overnight stay awake. Looks like the bus company may be going out of business after it settles the bills for the deaths, the injuries and then further compensation to the uninjured who now have PTSD/mental anguish from being involved in a crash where people died. 42 minutes ago, Eaglekott said: But they tend to drive very fast so they can go back and forth as many times possible in one day instead. Let’s hope so. These bus companies should be more controlled. BTW, haven’t those deadly (especially in the hands of irresponsible, reckless, untrained “bus drivers”) double deckers been banned already? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Aussieroaming Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 More like 7 counts of murder for taking meth and driving a bus full of passengers. The best outcome for him should be a quick hanging. 2 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NoshowJones Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 18 hours ago, ThailandRyan said: That's not so shocking that he was arrested for using Meth, its how many of these long haul drivers, Bus drivers who drive overnight stay awake. Looks like the bus company may be going out of business after it settles the bills for the deaths, the injuries and then further compensation to the uninjured who now have PTSD/mental anguish from being involved in a crash where people died. Won't all the passengers on the bus be insured. Yes I know. This is Thailand. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
new2here Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 of course nothing is or can remedy the losses of the deceased… but I do think that going forward, one way that i think may at least help is to not only charge the employEE with the relevant crimes, but also look to hold the employERS as a possible co-defendant.. Did they know or have reasonable opportunity to know about this persons conduct? Did they exercise due caution? If not, then I can see a case being made for a co-conspirator or co-defendant. …. hitting corporations with fines, asset seizures and in the most extreme, jailing individuals who - as officers of said company - contribute to these crimes, might help to add a layer of potential deterrence. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PETERTHEEATER Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 .........while driving without permission....... Can anyone elaborate on this? It's included in the charges according to the linked article. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post superal Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 6 hours ago, kingstonkid said: I have more faith in mini buses as they don't do long haul. Also most of them own the vans. They do long haul , drive dangerously fast because they have to hit schedules laid down by the manager . I have hired a mini bus with an owner driver who did drive sensibly at my request but that is an exception . Normally mini bus drivers are foot flat to the floor with low driving skills and zero consideration to their passengers . To be avoided at all costs IMO . 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingstonkid Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 Any long haul I do is by train or plane. Going to ban phe is my max in van or bus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobU Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 17 hours ago, ChrisY1 said: Of course, there should be mandatory drug and alcohol tests at the start of each shift....it's not rocket science...but TiT I remember a a report on this forum where a bus company was derided by members of the forum for advertising that it tested all its drivers for drugs every day prior to starting their shift. Interesting how attitudes change, i wonder why? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Andycoops Posted March 15, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted March 15, 2022 20 hours ago, kingstonkid said: I have more faith in mini buses as they don't do long haul. Also most of them own the vans. In my 14 years experience here the silver, and others, mini vans are the worst of all. They drive flat out like maniacs, constantly drive centimetres from your rear bumper, regardless of safety to their passengers and other road users. Avoid. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsari Posted March 15, 2022 Share Posted March 15, 2022 33 minutes ago, Andycoops said: In my 14 years experience here the silver, and others, mini vans are the worst of all. They drive flat out like maniacs, constantly drive centimetres from your rear bumper, regardless of safety to their passengers and other road users. Avoid. I would say the majority not all . Otherwise I agree , avoid if possible . If i see them in my rear vision i pull over and let the van go . 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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