A fatal collision between a motorbike and an 18-wheel truck took place around 10am today in the heart of Chachoengsao City. The incident resulted in one death and serious injuries.

 

The accident occurred near the city’s central intersection. The deceased, 49 year old Nikom, from Bang Samak sub-district in Bang Pakong district, Chachoengsao, was found with major facial injuries.

 

Nearby was a black-red Honda Wave motorbike bearing a registration number from Bangkok. A badly injured man between 45 and 50 years old, who was the rider, was rushed to the Buddha Sothon Hospital by the rescue team.

 

The other vehicle involved was an 18-wheel white Hino truck, its right front indicator damaged from the impact. The 34 year old driver, Komkrit, was waiting to give his statement to the police, reported KhaoSod.

 

By Nattapong Westwood

Caption: Picture courtesy of หน่วยกู้ภัยฉะเชิงเทรา Facebook

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2024-01-17

 

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