Businessman Survives Horrific Crash, Flipping Over on the Expressway, 2 Injured

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On October 18, at 05:56 AM, a serious accident occurred on the Chaloem Maha Nakhon Expressway in Bangkok, leaving two people injured. The incident was investigated by Pol. Lt. Col. Chaiyapat Thapchom, Deputy Chief of the Traffic Control Center, Expressway Authority of Thailand.

 

The accident site was located approximately 300 meters from the Tha Rua Exit ramp, where a four-lane road runs. Upon inspection, it was found that a pickup truck, identified as an older model Isuzu, colored navy blue with the license plate "ผฉ 9368 Nakhon Pathom," had flipped over, with all four wheels pointing upwards, reported Siam Rath.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The accident occurred when this pickup collided with the rear of a black Honda City sedan with the license plate "กอ 4805 Songkhla," causing severe damage to both vehicles.

 

In the aftermath of the accident, Mr. Sumik, a 69-year-old individual of Burmese origin who was operating the pickup truck, suffered a severe head injury, including a fractured skull.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

At the same time, Mr. Puripat, a 32-year-old executive with ties to a steel manufacturing company and investments in various other business ventures, became trapped inside his sedan as a result of the collision. Rescue personnel had to use cutting equipment to extricate him from the wreckage. Without delay, both victims were promptly transported to Tep Tharins Hospital to receive immediate medical care.

 

CCTV footage from the accident scene revealed that both vehicles were traveling together from the Bang Na area, heading towards the Din Daeng district. The pickup truck was in the third lane, leading the way, while the sedan followed closely behind.

 

Picture: Siam Rath

 

The sedan's impact on the rear of the pickup caused both vehicles to lose control and collide, resulting in significant damage. Preliminary investigations have not indicated alcohol consumption by either driver.

 

Following this incident, authorities will schedule a meeting with both parties involved to obtain statements and proceed with legal actions accordingly.

 

TOP picture: Siam Rath

 

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[sammieuk1]

T-cut anyone? for this low speed out of control (accident) 🤔

[KannikaP]

Check both driver's phones.

Edited October 18, 2023 by KannikaP

[KannikaP]

It was NOT the businessman who flipped over, it was the pickup.

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

The sedan's impact on the rear of the pickup caused both vehicles to lose control and collide, resulting in significant damage.

Nuff said.