Thailand’s own Aquaman, ‘The Merman,’ rescues drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi

Thailand’s very own Aquaman showcased his heroic qualities last week when he saved a drowning Spanish tourist in Krabi, Thailand.

Scott Siranat, known among locals as “The Merman” rescued a Spanish tourist from drowning off Koh Hong island in Krabi province on Tuesday, August 29.

The 25 year old half Thai, half-Scottish man was on patrol when he noticed a Spanish man struggling in the water. Without hesitation, he leapt into action, swimming to the distressed tourist and then guiding him safely to the sandy shore.

In a video statement, Scott recounted the incident, stating that he was accompanied by staff from the Than Bok Khorani National Park when they spotted a group of six tourists wading into the sea approximately 50 metres from the beach. One of them appeared to be in distress, struggling to stay afloat, reported The Daily Record.

by Bob Scott 

Picture of Scott Siranat courtesy of Facebook.

Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/krabi/thailands-own-aquaman-the-merman-rescues-drowning-spanish-tourist-in-krabi-video

-- The Thaiger 2023-09-04

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