UPDATE: A Briton sustained injuries in a stabbing incident on Bangla Road, Patong, in the early hours of Saturday morning. This occurrence, causing concern within the local community, occurred at approximately 4:40 AM on May 18th.

 

The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, reportedly suffered a stab wound to his back during an altercation. Medical teams responded swiftly, and his injuries, though severe, are not life-threatening.

 

Quick to react, Patong Police launched an investigation that led to the arrest of five Thai male suspects. CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying the individuals involved in the incident.

 

 

By 8:00 PM the same day, authorities had taken the suspects into custody. They are currently held at Patong Police Station, awaiting further legal proceedings. Police have been cautious with details about the suspects and the altercation's cause but assured the public of a thorough investigation.

 

The stabbing has raised significant concerns regarding safety on Bangla Road, a well-known nightlife hotspot in Patong. In response, local authorities have vowed to increase vigilance and reinforce security measures to prevent future incidents.

 

The investigation is ongoing, and more details will be released as officers continue to gather information. For now, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of both locals and visitors in this bustling part of Patong.

 

Picture courtesy: MATICHON online

 

-- 2024-05-21

 

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7 minutes ago, webfact said:

Quick to react, Patong Police launched an investigation that led to the arrest of five Thai male suspects. CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying the individuals involved in the incident.

attempted murder charges to follow

 

 

Those British haters might be Irish and Aussie

Edited May 20, 20242 yr by Jone500

Five against one and the victim is stabbed in the back and you're rooting for a gang of cowards?

Edited May 20, 20242 yr by fredwiggy

3 hours ago, webfact said:

Police have been cautious with details about the suspects and the altercation's cause but assured the public of a thorough investigation.

Obviously, they have to check first if those guys are connected to some influential people. After all, TiT. 

3 hours ago, smedly said:

attempted murder charges to follow

 

 

I doubt that....a slap on the wrist and 500 baht fine!

3 hours ago, smedly said:

attempted murder charges to follow

 

 

Minimum for the one who stabbed the victim, aiding and abetting for the other four.

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

I often wonder how the police identify suspects via cctv.

 

CCTV doesn’t show the names of people depicted, so is it that the police have prior knowledge of the individuals and recognize them when they see them on cctv, or do they wander the streets after the incident and look at peoples faces until they recognize them?

6 minutes ago, wensiensheng said:

I often wonder how the police identify suspects via cctv.

 

CCTV doesn’t show the names of people depicted, so is it that the police have prior knowledge of the individuals and recognize them when they see them on cctv, or do they wander the streets after the incident and look at peoples faces until they recognize them?

Previous offenders?

Witnesses recognise them?

Edited May 21, 20242 yr by roo860

Does anything good ever happen in Bangla road? after the quiet and peaceful covid shutdown  🤔

3 hours ago, smedly said:

attempted murder charges to follow

 

 

I'd add Wounding and GBH also.

A post violating community standards and those quoting it was removed. 

4 hours ago, webfact said:

The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed,

He was named in the article in AN yesterday.

4 hours ago, webfact said:

In response, local authorities have vowed to increase vigilance and reinforce security measures to prevent future incidents

47 minutes ago, steve187 said:

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

One with stamina.

54 minutes ago, steve187 said:

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

He came out to watch the beautiful Thai sunrise 😂

5 arrested ... only one may eventually be the main fall guy .. the guy who actually stuck him and he is unlikely to confess. The rest of the gang will probably walk.

1 hour ago, steve187 said:

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

Most who were out enjoying the nightlife 

1 hour ago, wensiensheng said:

I often wonder how the police identify suspects via cctv.

 

CCTV doesn’t show the names of people depicted, so is it that the police have prior knowledge of the individuals and recognize them when they see them on cctv, or do they wander the streets after the incident and look at peoples faces until they recognize them?

Probably saw the registration plates ( if they had any ) on their bikes as a start.

10 minutes ago, Grumpy one said:

Most who were out enjoying the nightlife 

that's morninglife

Don't worry folks, the RTP will do a photo op walk through, declare it safe, and annouce another safety awareness program, with increased patrols.. all safe

5 hours ago, webfact said:

 

UPDATE: A Briton sustained injuries in a stabbing incident on Bangla Road, Patong, in the early hours of Saturday morning. This occurrence, causing concern within the local community, occurred at approximately 4:40 AM on May 18th.

 

The victim, whose identity remains undisclosed, reportedly suffered a stab wound to his back during an altercation. Medical teams responded swiftly, and his injuries, though severe, are not life-threatening.

 

Quick to react, Patong Police launched an investigation that led to the arrest of five Thai male suspects. CCTV footage played a crucial role in identifying the individuals involved in the incident.

 

 

 

By 8:00 PM the same day, authorities had taken the suspects into custody. They are currently held at Patong Police Station, awaiting further legal proceedings. Police have been cautious with details about the suspects and the altercation's cause but assured the public of a thorough investigation.

 

The stabbing has raised significant concerns regarding safety on Bangla Road, a well-known nightlife hotspot in Patong. In response, local authorities have vowed to increase vigilance and reinforce security measures to prevent future incidents.

 

The investigation is ongoing, and more details will be released as officers continue to gather information. For now, the focus remains on ensuring the safety of both locals and visitors in this bustling part of Patong.

 

Picture courtesy: MATICHON online

 

-- 2024-05-21

 

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If you're silly to be in that area at 4.40 in the morning you have to expect "events" like that. He didn't die and will probably in a safe hotel room or at home next time.🙏

As expected it didn't take long for the "blame the victim" posters to begin. 

 

1 hour ago, steve187 said:

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

 

 

Victim blaming are we?

 

 

he most likely done something and was asking for it

4 hours ago, Jone500 said:

Those British haters might be Irish and Aussie

What a nonsense I am Aussie and most of my friends are British.

I find it hard to imagine people sneaking up on him and stabbing him. There must have been an argument during which he used the usual for letter words. I suppose it will come out which is the son of a policeman.

2 hours ago, steve187 said:

what normal tourist/expat is out in a well known nightspot area at 4.40am

Someone that had a lot of fun winding down after a great night.

1 hour ago, IamNoone88 said:

5 arrested ... only one may eventually be the main fall guy .. the guy who actually stuck him and he is unlikely to confess. The rest of the gang will probably walk.

Unlikely to confess? I am always surprised at the easy confessions here for crimes committed.