Assault on Lithuanian female Tourist at Erawan National Park

[webfact]

 

In a recent incident that has caused quite a stir, a young Lithuanian female tourist found herself in a distressing situation during her visit to Erawan National Park in Kanchanaburi, reported Naew Na.

 

The incident, which involved an assault on the female tourist, led to her prompt report to the local authorities, resulting in the immediate termination of the responsible employee.

 

According to the news that has been circulating, it was reported that an employee of a government agency in the Srisawat district of Kanchanaburi province had committed a sexual assault against the foreign tourist, leading to her filing a complaint with the Srisawat Police Station on May 31st.

 

Earlier today, on June 1st, a news reporter visited the Srisawat Police Station to gather more information about the incident and meet with Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Kittipan Senabut and Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Pakornkit Chinteset.

 

Deputy Superintendent Pol. Lt. Col. Pakornkit Chinteset disclosed that the Kanchanaburi Tourist Police assisted the Lithuanian tourist in lodging her complaint on June 1st at 12:14 PM. According to her statement, the assault took place on May 31st around 4:40 PM when she was physically attacked by a man using force. The victim provided video evidence and photographs clearly showing the harm she had suffered.

 

In response to the complaint, the tourist police quickly arranged for an interpreter to aid in communication and accompanied the victim to the crime scene. They also coordinated with Mr. Pravat Phuangthong, the head of Erawan National Park, to gather additional information about the suspect.

 

Mr. Pravat Phuangthong, the employer of the suspect at Erawan National Park, acknowledged the charges when he appeared before the investigating officers.

 

Subsequently, a thorough search of the suspect's accommodation led to the discovery of crucial evidence, including the clothing he wore during the incident (a gray T-shirt, a black T-shirt, and cargo pants), as well as the black sandals and motorcycle used that day.

 

These items were seized as evidence, and formal charges of assault with the intent to harm others were filed against the suspect.

 

During the investigation, the suspect, identified as Mr. Pramote, a 24-year-old temporary employee at Erawan National Park in the Tha Kradan sub-district of the Srisawat district, admitted to his wrongdoing.

 

He emphasized that his actions were not representative of the Thai population as a whole and should be understood as a reflection of his own character. In a gesture of remorse, he humbly bowed to express his sincerity while extending apologies to the victim and the Thai people.

 

The Lithuanian tourist had visited Kanchanaburi province in search of relaxation and had rented a motorcycle from a local shop. She embarked on a journey to explore the waterfalls in the Srisawat district but found the Erawan Waterfall closed.

 

It was during this time that she coincidentally encountered Mr. Pramote. He attempted to engage her in conversation using a mobile phone as a translation device and deceitfully offered a shortcut to the closed waterfall.

 

Trusting him, the tourist followed his lead. However, Mr. Pramote led her to a secluded area near a garbage pit, where the assault took place. Despite the ordeal, the brave victim resisted and managed to escape, seeking help from local residents in the area.

 

Following her statement to the police, the victim handed over the crucial video footage she had captured, which served as vital evidence in apprehending the suspect.

 

Thanks to the swift cooperation between the police and local community leaders, the suspect's identity was promptly confirmed, revealing that he was an employee of a government agency in the area.

 

This led to his immediate arrest and subsequent investigation. Erawan National Park responded swiftly by terminating his employment, further underscoring their commitment to visitor safety.

 

This incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of ensuring the safety and well-being of tourists. The authorities remain fully committed to maintaining a secure environment for all visitors, and any incidents compromising their safety will be met with swift and resolute action.

 

Thailand's tourism industry upholds high standards and will continue to protect its reputation as a welcoming and safe destination for travelers from around the world.

 

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[KhunLA]

"Trusting him, the tourist followed his lead."

... nuff said

 

Glad she escaped and filed a complaint.

[webfact]

Lithuanian Woman Escapes Attempted Rape By Park Employee
by TNR Staff

 

 

A LITHUANIAN woman holidaying in Kanachanburi fought off attempted rape by a park employee who had befriended her during a trip to Erawan Falls with police quickly arresting and charging the suspect with the crime, MNG online said today (June 2).

 

Pol. Maj  Pakornkiat Chinthet, an inspector at Si Sawat police station, said at 12.14 p.m. yesterday Kanchanaburi Tourist Police brought Mrs. Evilita Grabauskabauskaite, 27, to report that at 4.40 p.m. the day before she had fought off an attempted rape at Erawan Falls. The Tourist Police had brought an interpreter along and the Lithuanian woman submitted a video clip as evidence.

 

Police then coordinated with Erawan National Park Chief Mr. Prawat Phuangthong and a little later the park employee, Mr. Pramote Khongkham, 24, came to the police station to acknowledge charges of committing indecent acts and using force to intentionally harm others.

 

Top photo: The Lithuanian woman and the attempted rape suspect. Photo: MNG Online

 

Full story: https://thainewsroom.com/2023/06/02/lithuanian-woman-escapes-attempted-rape-by-park-employee/

 

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[barefootbangkok]

Arrested and jailed?  Or simply spanked on the hand????

[Mickmouse1]

Oh wow, he bowed in remorse 5555

The Ozzie guy should have done that to the innocent minivan driver 55

[Songlaw]

Funny, I don’t recall “the Thai People” being assaulted alongside her receiving mention in her report. The whack-a-mole apparently had his hands full. Luckily, the all-encompassing bow  is universally recognized as providing bulletproof evidence of sincere contrition. All’s well that ends well, l guess. 

[barefootbangkok]

I'm sure that if a foreigner did that to a Thai girl, they'd be locked up for a long long time.

[wensiensheng]

Personally, I don’t think that the PR spin put in the article in favour of tourism in Thailand is a particularly good example of investigative journalism. If you told me TAT itself wrote the article, I would believe you.

 

Having visited Lithuania and received nothing but kindness and hospitality from the locals, I hope the victim recovers from the trauma she obviously suffered.

[ignore it]

Well.  In spite of what it says, it was well written.

[hotchilli]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

He emphasized that his actions were not representative of the Thai population as a whole and should be understood as a reflection of his own character. In a gesture of remorse, he humbly bowed to express his sincerity while extending apologies to the victim and the Thai people.

Damage limitation in full swing.

[Frankie baby]

She's a biggish lady, he was lucky she didn't go all out & assaulted him, then she would have been the one doing the bowing & extending apologies to the rest of us farangs.

Id love a follow up on his punishment - a month in the monastery is about all for attempted rape.

[SS1]

Good advertisement for the TAT. So now they don't only rape your wallet with the farang rip of fees, but they'll also rape you. 

 

Hope she is OK. 

[Mr Meeseeks]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

he humbly bowed to express his sincerity while extending apologies to the victim and the Thai people.

Why is he apologising to the Thai people? ????

[Chongalulu]

12 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

Why is he apologising to the Thai people? ????

For being an unrequited ”Chubby chaser "....?

[Sigma6]

Jesus ...! How high was he??

[PETERTHEEATER]

46 minutes ago, Sigma6 said:

Jesus ...! How high was he??

1.7 meters.(

[daejung]

6 hours ago, KhunLA said:

Glad she escaped and filed a complaint.

and glad she could make a video as evidence!

[Gecko123]

Brave woman. That guy is bigger and brawnier than the average Thai guy. That ruse to get her to an isolated spot wasn't something he came up with on the spur of the moment. Sounds like he had a plan in mind, just waiting for an opportunity to put it into action. Wonder if he's done this before and victims just haven't come forward.

[1duckyboy]

If the Lithuanian tourist isn't present for the perp's trial, is he set free? If so, I sense the wheels of justice will grind slowly.

[brianthainess]

How did he expect to overpower and rape a lady of that size, at least he failed.  

[ToolKit]

4 hours ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

Why is he apologising to the Thai people?

Because he was told to do so.

 

[cncltd1973]

is an assault on a foreigner at a national park punished at twice the rate?

[BTB1977]

He attacked a woman twice his weight. Drugs or alcohol involved for sure. 

[Tropposurfer]

"When you're a star they let you do it." 

[barefootbangkok]

Thais rarely if ever go to jail for assaulting or even killing a foreigner.  Twenty years here and I've only heard of one case where a Thai served a long sentence for killing someone (2 Brits).

[Eleftheros]

On 6/2/2023 at 6:39 AM, webfact said:

He emphasized that his actions were not representative of the Thai population as a whole and should be understood as a reflection of his own character.

Clearly a Thai with an unusually educated and erudite grasp of his own language.