Driver dies as Sedan Strikes Tree and Erupts into Flames in Chanthaburi

[webfact]

Picture: Thai Rath

 

CHANTHABURI -- In an unfortunate accident, a sedan lost control and struck a tree, causing it to instantly catch fire. The driver, unable to escape the burning vehicle, tragically lost his life, reported Thai Rath.

 

Local residents have highlighted the poor lighting in the area, mentioning that the streetlights had been non-functional for several days. Authorities are investigating whether unfamiliarity with the road or drowsiness could have contributed to the driver's loss of control.

 

At around 10:30 p.m. on May 10, 2023, the Laem Sing Police Station was alerted to the crash. Officers, accompanied by rescuers from Sawangkatanyu Thammasathan, Chanthaburi, and the disaster prevention and mitigation team from Phrew Subdistrict, quickly arrived at the scene in front of a house in the Phrew Subdistrict of Laem Sing District, Chanthaburi Province.

 

Upon arrival, they found the sedan fully engulfed in flames. Firefighters worked diligently for about 20 minutes to extinguish the fire.

 

The vehicle, believed to be a Yaris model with Bangkok registration, was severely damaged. The remains of the male driver were found inside, tragically burned beyond recognition. The body was carefully recovered and transported to Laem Sing Hospital for an autopsy. Identification has been difficult due to the damage caused by the fire.

 

Preliminary investigations indicate that the sedan was traveling along Sukhumvit Road, heading towards Trat Province. Locals confirmed the lack of adequate lighting in the area, suggesting that the driver may have been unfamiliar with the road or possibly fell asleep, resulting in the fatal accident.

 

Mrs. Kwanporn Klinkajon, 57, a resident near the accident scene, shared her account. She was resting with her family when they heard the crash.

 

Alarmed by the loud collision, they went outside to find the car in flames. A quick-acting bystander promptly alerted the authorities. Despite their rapid response, nothing could be done to save the unfortunate driver.

 

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[JoePai]

Heck what sort of speed was he driving !

[watchcat]

32 minutes ago, JoePai said:

Heck what sort of speed was he driving !

Too fast?

[keith101]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

unfamiliarity with the road or drowsiness could have contributed to the driver's loss of control.

Speed and wet road conditions are also possible causes

[Grumpy one]

53 minutes ago, JoePai said:

Heck what sort of speed was he driving !

More than enough to get to the here after

[Henryford]

"Poor lighting" obviously the cause of the accident. Maybe he didn't turn on his headlights !!

[stoner]

there is that out of place word tragic used again. can forensics not be done to determine speed distances skid marks etc 

 

struck a tree ? you mean completely annihilated it. 

 

back home insurance companies are starting to put black boxes into cars. it monitors all kinds of things and would be so helpful here in thailand with the plethora of lies that are put forth to deflect responsibility.  

[huangnon]

Not sure about a tree, but there appears to be a concrete post involved in that OP photo.?

 

Seems to have annihilated the post, tree, car and himself there. *golf clap*

[Liverpool Lou]

59 minutes ago, stoner said:

back home insurance companies are starting to put black boxes into cars. it monitors all kinds of things and would be so helpful here in thailand with the plethora of lies that are put forth to deflect responsibility.

They can be fitted to some policyholders' cars, they are not being unilaterally fitted to every car so the type of imaginary driver that you refer to is unlikely to agree to it's being fitted.

 

"...here in thailand with the plethora of lies that are put forth to deflect responsibility".

What is that unwarranted nonsense supposed to mean?   What evidence do you have for that slur?

[Will B Good]

In our village this morning, middle of nowhere, about 0600........single carriageway, kids, dogs, motorbikes and sidecars all crisscrossing getting their breakfast food.........when a complete see you next Tuesday came through flashing his (her?) lights at 80 to 90 mph.........they just don't give a damn.

[toofarnorth]

1 hour ago, Henryford said:

"Poor lighting" obviously the cause of the accident. Maybe he didn't turn on his headlights !!

Not forgetting that he might have been unfamiliar with the road or possibly fell asleep. These things don't help.

[stoner]

17 minutes ago, Liverpool Lou said:

They can be fitted to some policyholders' cars, they are not being unilaterally fitted to every car so the type of imaginary driver that you refer to is unlikely to agree to it's being fitted.

 

"...here in thailand with the plethora of lies that are put forth to deflect responsibility".

What is that unwarranted nonsense supposed to mean?   What evidence do you have for that slur?

evidence ? 

 

how about the thousands of accidents where brake failure and lap noi are used as an excuse to deflect responsibility ?  thai are among the worst drivers on the planet. them the facts lou. 

 

soon you will not have a choice to agree to the black box (back home). you want insurance you get the box. i will be that easy. 

[AhFarangJa]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Authorities are investigating whether unfamiliarity with the road or drowsiness could have contributed to the driver's loss of control.

Given that the unfortunate individual is burnt to a crisp just exactly how are they going to do that, have a seance maybe.

[Will B Good]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

suggesting that the driver may have been unfamiliar with the road

How parochial can you get? 

[trainman34014]

''Unfortunate Accident ''.   Unlikely !

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, Henryford said:

"Poor lighting" obviously the cause of the accident. Maybe he didn't turn on his headlights !!

Driving faster than his reaction time to evade danger within his vision using headlights.

Regardless of street lights.

[PETERTHEEATER]

3 hours ago, AhFarangJa said:

Given that the unfortunate individual is burnt to a crisp just exactly how are they going to do that, have a seance maybe.

Khunying Doctor Porntip will be asked for forensic advice,,,,,,

[Bangkok Barry]

9 hours ago, webfact said:

In an unfortunate accident, a sedan lost control and struck a tree

Again, for the 100th time, the driver lost control. Who writes this nonsense, over and over again?

[metisdead]

12 minutes ago, Bangkok Barry said:

Again, for the 100th time, the driver lost control. Who writes this nonsense, over and over again?

 

Thai Rath

[AhFarangJa]

15 hours ago, Bangkok Barry said:

Again, for the 100th time, the driver lost control. Who writes this nonsense, over and over again?

Ah, but do not forget, they are not responsible for any incidents, it is the amulets fault.....

[brianthainess]

23 hours ago, Henryford said:

"Poor lighting" obviously the cause of the accident. Maybe he didn't turn on his headlights !!

Or very dark tinted windows as per the norm here. Police cars as well.

[steven100]

On 5/11/2023 at 7:21 AM, webfact said:

Authorities are investigating whether unfamiliarity with the road or drowsiness could have contributed to the driver's loss of control

yes ....  i'm sure he wasn't driving too fast

[brianthainess]

On 5/11/2023 at 7:21 AM, webfact said:

Authorities are investigating whether unfamiliarity with the road

I have driven on many many 'Unfamiliar' roads here and in Oz, NZ, UK,  unsealed roads, snow and ice, rain and sleet, motor bikes, small cars, big trucks, and never lost control, the road being unfamiliar is not an excuse for bad driving skills. 

[Road Warrior]

must be brake failure !!! usual Thai reason . CANT  be speeding  ????? ????

[Tim207]

This is a four lane divided highway in this area with no sharp turns. It may not have all street lights working but definitly not dark enough to easily see the road. If you go off the road there it is on you, not the lighting or the road. Not meaning to disparage the driver, <deleted> happens to all of us and it can happen in a splitt second at 120kph.

[Ralf001]

Outstanding effort !!

[KhunBENQ]

On 5/11/2023 at 5:35 PM, metisdead said:

 

Thai Rath

And correctly translated

Maybe they fear defamation lawsuit from the deceased drivers family

[roger101]

I have driven hundreds of thousands of miles and never once had a single vehicle accident.

[NE1]

Poor lighting , rain , unfamiliar roads.

Reduce speed.

[d4dang]

On 5/10/2023 at 11:29 PM, Will B Good said:

In our village this morning, middle of nowhere, about 0600........single carriageway, kids, dogs, motorbikes and sidecars all crisscrossing getting their breakfast food.........when a complete see you next Tuesday came through flashing his (her?) lights at 80 to 90 mph.........they just don't give a damn.