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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 24 February 2025
Woman Helps Prevent British Man from Jumping at Suvarnabhumi Airport A woman has been praised for her assistance in talking down a distressed British man who was attempting to jump from an elevated road at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Her intervention bought crucial time before police officers managed to pull him to safety. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352684-woman-helps-prevent-british-man-from-jumping-at-suvarnabhumi-airport/ -
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Woman Helps Prevent British Man from Jumping at Suvarnabhumi Airport
Picture from responders. A woman has been praised for her assistance in talking down a distressed British man who was attempting to jump from an elevated road at Suvarnabhumi Airport. Her intervention bought crucial time before police officers managed to pull him to safety. The dramatic rescue unfolded on the evening of 21 February, when Suvarnabhumi’s control centre received reports of a foreign man sitting precariously on the outer railing of an elevated roadway leading out of the airport. Officers from Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station, tourist police, and airport security were immediately dispatched to the scene. Upon arrival, officers found the man, later identified as a 30-year-old British national, name not disclosed, standing at the edge of the structure, visibly distressed. Concerned that any sudden movement might push him over the edge, officers secured the area and kept onlookers at a distance. A swift strategy meeting was held to ensure his safe rescue. During this time, a young woman, fluent in English, volunteered to engage with the man in conversation to help de-escalate the situation. Recognising that a calm and familiar voice might ease his distress, officers agreed to the plan. Meanwhile, Pol. Col. Jakrapong Nutchaphadung, head of Suvarnabhumi Airport Police Station, used his personal vehicle as a cover, approaching the scene discreetly. His team, including plainclothes officers, remained inside the car as the woman continued to speak with the British man, gaining his trust and diverting his attention. As the conversation progressed, the officers seized their opportunity. Jakrapong’s vehicle drew close enough for officers inside to swiftly exit and grab the man, pulling him to safety. The operation, executed within seconds, successfully prevented a potential tragedy. Initial investigations revealed that the British national was suffering from severe emotional distress. He was disoriented and at times incoherent during questioning. Thai authorities have since reached out to the British Embassy in Bangkok. The British Embassy in the UK has acknowledged the situation and confirmed it will coordinate further support. Efforts were made to contact the man’s relatives, who have expressed their intention to travel to Thailand but have not yet confirmed their arrival date. This incident has sparked widespread praise for the young woman’s actions and the police’s well-coordinated rescue. If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai) or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress or depression. Seek out help. -- 2025-02-24 -
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BMW Halts £600 Million Electric Mini Investment Amid Industry Uncertainty
Ridiculous muddled policy. Have to stop this madness now. I'm all for EV car's and low emissions (they are desperately needed in Bangkok), but the whole net zero mantra is ultra nonsense. -
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France Stabbing Attack Leaves One Dead, Two Officers Seriously Injured in Terror Attack
Just curious there were 19 other incidents like this in France yesterday. Why have you, and the media picked this one out? Oh i get it. -
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THAILAND LIVE Thailand Live Monday 24 February 2025
Man Shot Dead While Fishing After Being Asked His Name A man was shot and killed while fishing outside his home in Ang Thong province after being approached by assailants who asked for his name. The victim, identified as Mr. Polawat, 31, was hit by gunfire and fell into a canal, where he drowned. The attackers later returned to fire additional rounds at the victim’s home, before fleeing the scene. Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1352683-man-shot-dead-while-fishing-after-being-asked-his-name/ -
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Man Shot Dead While Fishing After Being Asked His Name
Picture from responders. A man was shot and killed while fishing outside his home in Ang Thong province after being approached by assailants who asked for his name. The victim, identified as Mr. Polawat, 31, was hit by gunfire and fell into a canal, where he drowned. The attackers later returned to fire additional rounds at the victim’s home, before fleeing the scene. The incident occurred at approximately 03:00 on 23 February, in Samko district. Police, forensic teams, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene following reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, authorities discovered bullet casings along the roadside and a fishing rod near the canal. A search team later retrieved Mr. Polawat’s body from the water. He was found wearing a blue short-sleeved t-shirt and black jeans, with a gunshot wound to his left torso. Two methamphetamine pills were discovered in a bag strapped across his chest. Witnesses reported that three men, including the victim, were fishing when two assailants arrived on a motorcycle and inquired about someone named ‘Ball’, the victim’s nickname. Sensing danger, the group attempted to flee. Mr. Polawat, however, was shot and fell into the canal. The gunmen briefly left before returning to fire additional shots near the house before escaping. Another witness, Mr. Jeeranon, 28, recounted that the attackers rode up on a Yamaha Fino motorcycle and opened fire almost immediately. A second witness, Mr. Por, 24, corroborated this, stating that after the initial shooting, the attackers fired several more shots at the house before speeding away. A third individual, Mr. Kai, who was inside the house at the time, suggested the attack may have stemmed from a past conflict that was supposedly resolved but later reignited. Mr. Polawat’s mother, Mrs. Somjit, 61, expressed her shock, stating that she had lost contact with her son some time ago and was unaware of any disputes he may have had. Authorities have identified the suspected assailants, named only as Mr. A, the motorcycle driver and Mr. Mak, the gunman. Investigations are ongoing, and police are actively pursuing the suspects to bring them to justice. -- 2025-02-24
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