Chonburi Pickup Truck Driver Rescued From Deep Pit After Drowsy Driving Incident

[webfact]

 

Chonburi — A pickup truck driver narrowly escaped serious injury on Monday after reportedly falling asleep and veering off the road, plunging into a water-filled pit more than 10 meters deep.

The incident occurred on February 19th, 2024, along a road near Mueang Chonburi district. Police and the local rescue team responded to the scene and found a white Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck submerged in the pit.

 

Fortunately, the driver, identified as 51-year-old Mr. Thaweesap Kulbutr, had been assisted out by bystanders before authorities’ arrival. He was uninjured and did not provide a statement to the press.

 

By Aim Tanakorn

PHOTO: TMN Cable TV Pattaya

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-02-21

 

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[flyingtlger]

Lucky Mr. Thaweesap Kulbutr didn't get seriously injured.....

[Pique Dard]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

...did not provide a statement to the press.

...the image speaks for itself, he thought! so no comments!

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, webfact said:

A pickup truck driver narrowly escaped serious injury on Monday after reportedly falling asleep and veering off the road, plunging into a water-filled pit more than 10 meters deep.

Snooze and you lose.