Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 12 hours ago, cowellandrew said: Yes he didnt run away, he drove off! ☻☻☻ Yes, much faster than running, and easier to get away with most of the time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 12 hours ago, frankie machine said: an apology, isn't that nice. and only because he got caught. "Methanus apologized to Palmer, saying he was unaware that the victim was a foreign tourist until police officers showed up at his house to tell him to surrender." Well at least he was caught, named, and shamed. It MIGHT have a deterrent effect, though such things have never been proven. Hopefully as part of his plea agreement he pays the guy's medical bills. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 11 hours ago, AhFarangJa said: To sober up would be one reply. Bingo 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 13 hours ago, bristolgeoff said: Maybe he will be charged who,s know.he said sorry will make a cash gift of some sorts to him.Case pretty much over now.Happened to a friend of mine in cnx thai driver paid out to him and hospital cost then pretty much a non event The suspect’s name was disclosed by Pattaya police as Mr. Methanus Leeliang, 61. He was charged with reckless driving and causing harm to others Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 10 hours ago, Bim Smith said: Why do so many lie in this country like a child caught with its hand in the cookie saying they were just making sure the jar was full. Just be honest. Lying and irresponsibility are not the exclusive domain of any one culture, they're human traits, seen everywhere. Why would you single out Thailand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jonathan Swift Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 12 hours ago, Martyjustice said: Bad brakes is the usual reply That or "my foot slipped and hit the accelerator by accident" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post spidermike007 Posted December 1, 2022 Popular Post Share Posted December 1, 2022 The only way to survive here on the road, is to be patient, have eyes in the back of your head, drive with caution, and always, and I mean always watch out of the other guy. Chances are, he does not have much driving skill, nor patience, nor reason, nor common sense. You cannot be too careful on the road here. Especially considering that the toy police offer no traffic safety, prevention, enforcement of the law, or concern toward the prosecution of very reckless drivers. Those of us with driving skill, and a strong desire for not only survival, but the avoidance of terrible injury, are constantly scanning the road, in front of us, beside us, and behind us. There are an exceptionally high number of reckless fools on these roads, and it is the only way to preserve our lives, and those of our families, and friends, who may be driving with us, and depending on us. The same applies as a pedestrian. One cannot take anything for granted here. Stop, look both ways very carefully, then proceed very quickly across the street. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rudi49jr Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 13 minutes ago, spidermike007 said: The only way to survive here on the road, is to be patient, have eyes in the back of your head, drive with caution, and always, and I mean always watch out of the other guy. Chances are, he does not have much driving skill, nor patience, nor reason, nor common sense. You cannot be too careful on the road here. Especially considering that the toy police offer no traffic safety, prevention, enforcement of the law, or concern toward the prosecution of very reckless drivers. Those of us with driving skill, and a strong desire for not only survival, but the avoidance of terrible injury, are constantly scanning the road, in front of us, beside us, and behind us. There are an exceptionally high number of reckless fools on these roads, and it is the only way to preserve our lives, and those of our families, and friends, who may be driving with us, and depending on us. The same applies as a pedestrian. One cannot take anything for granted here. Stop, look both ways very carefully, then proceed very quickly across the street. You’re absolutely right. Over the years, I have lived in Chiang Mai a few times. At first, it was still possible to ride a bicycle there, even on busy roads. Now I don’t do that anymore, it’s way too dangerous, even if you are constantly cautious and have eyes in the back of your head. Having said that, it is still possible to ride a bike on quiet back roads not far from Chiang Mai. There’s not much traffic there, you don’t feel like you have a bull’s eye on your back all the time, and it’s really quite enjoyable to ride between the green rice fields. Until the burning season starts, that is. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
khunpeer Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 7 hours ago, sambum said: "Methanus insisted he did not intend to run away. It was unclear, however, why he left the scene." Gobbledegook! Maybe he was "late for an important date"? probably had to sober up first... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PremiumLane Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 6 hours ago, NoshowJones said: "money towards hospital costs." Towards???? Not the full amount?? no, cos insurance covered most of it 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PremiumLane Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 5 hours ago, jacko45k said: How much went to the policeman? Nothing Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maxcorrigan Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 (edited) 13 hours ago, Martyjustice said: Bad brakes is the usual reply I like "Micro Sleep" much better, and if that's not running away i don't know what is! Edited December 1, 2022 by maxcorrigan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metisdead Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 An off topic deflection post and a reply has been removed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phnom Penh Trader Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 The victim looks as right as rain thank goodness for Tiger Balm! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phnom Penh Trader Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 Oh and the Perp's name Meth-anus seriously,he deserves a big fine just for that? ???? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damrongsak Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 22 hours ago, Hayduke said: A sincere apology would have been accompanied by a basket of Chicken Essence. Love that expression! My wife has about 40 pet bantam chickens at our Loei house. Not much good for eggs, but plenty of "essence". Watch your step. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harsh Jones Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 The 74 year old was probably far more drunk than the driver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bim Smith Posted December 1, 2022 Share Posted December 1, 2022 13 hours ago, Jonathan Swift said: Lying and irresponsibility are not the exclusive domain of any one culture, they're human traits, seen everywhere. Why would you single out Thailand? The story is related to Thailand. And lying is part of their culture of you knew anything about collectivism, cultural narcissism and saving face. Are Thailand unique in this. Absolutely not. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overherebc Posted December 2, 2022 Share Posted December 2, 2022 On 12/1/2022 at 7:12 AM, roo860 said: The police are just as bad, they mostly accept these ridiculous excuses. Shorter report to write. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackshadow Posted December 2, 2022 Share Posted December 2, 2022 i wonder IF WE WILL get any updates on this accident......VERY MUCH DOUBT IT !!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bang saen guy Posted December 2, 2022 Share Posted December 2, 2022 18 hours ago, PremiumLane said: Nothing Improbable Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PremiumLane Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 21 hours ago, bang saen guy said: Improbable it is called knowing what to do and having insurance... it isn't difficult Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hanuman2547 Posted December 3, 2022 Share Posted December 3, 2022 On 12/1/2022 at 2:23 AM, spidermike007 said: The only way to survive here on the road, is to be patient, have eyes in the back of your head, drive with caution, and always, and I mean always watch out of the other guy. Maybe even having eyes on the side of your head in addition to the eyes in the back of your head might help too! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Leaver Posted December 4, 2022 Share Posted December 4, 2022 Did this guy get a basket of fruit? ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damrongsak Posted December 8, 2022 Share Posted December 8, 2022 On 12/1/2022 at 5:11 AM, Jonathan Swift said: Lying and irresponsibility are not the exclusive domain of any one culture, they're human traits, seen everywhere. Why would you single out Thailand? Well, maybe they are just a bit better about it. It comes naturally ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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