Popular Post webfact Posted May 21 Popular Post Share Posted May 21 A violent altercation involving a sword and knife broke out in Karon, Phuket, last night, leaving both a French and a Thai man with serious injuries. The incident, starting late in the evening, quickly escalated from a heated verbal exchange to a dangerous physical confrontation. According to Karon Police, the episode began around 9:30 PM when Mr Jirasak ‘Mun’ Thonghor, a local resident, allegedly threw a beer bottle into the home of Mr Arnaud Cezard, a 50-year-old French national. The initial provocation led to a furious argument, which soon spiralled out of control. The fight took place near Soi Green Drinking Water, where both men armed themselves—one with a knife and the other with a sword. The police have yet to confirm who wielded which weapon, but the confrontation swiftly turned violent, resulting in both men needing immediate medical attention. Mr Cezard and Mr Thonghor were rushed to separate hospitals following the brawl. While Mr Cezard has since made a recovery, Mr Thonghor remains in a more critical condition and is currently intubated. Colonel Khundet Na Nongkhai informed local media that ongoing investigations are focusing on the origin of the dispute and the specifics of the altercation. Authorities are now scrutinising CCTV footage and collecting witness testimonies to piece together the night's events. The investigation’s outcome will determine whether legal actions will be taken against either or both of the involved parties. TOP Picture courtesy: Thai Rath -- 2024-05-22 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 3 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post stoner Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 2 hours ago, webfact said: Authorities are now scrutinising CCTV footage cctv footage works again. wow. 1 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post roo860 Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 Never take a knife to a sword fight? 1 1 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeworld Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 For their honour and reliving the 17th and 18th centuries, they challenged each other to a duel. Extracts from wikipedia: "During the 17th and 18th centuries (and earlier), duels were mostly single combats fought with swords (the rapier and later the small sword)" "The duel was based on a code of honour. Duels were fought not to kill the opponent but to gain "satisfaction", that is, to restore one's honour by demonstrating a willingness to risk one's life for it" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post roo860 Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 2 minutes ago, freeworld said: For their honour and reliving the 17th and 18th centuries, they challenged each other to a duel. Extracts from wikipedia: "During the 17th and 18th centuries (and earlier), duels were mostly single combats fought with swords (the rapier and later the small sword)" "The duel was based on a code of honour. Duels were fought not to kill the opponent but to gain "satisfaction", that is, to restore one's honour by demonstrating a willingness to risk one's life for it" What about pistols at 20 paces? Wasn't that popular? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven100 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 3 hours ago, webfact said: one with a knife and the other with a sword where was his gun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freeworld Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 2 minutes ago, roo860 said: What about pistols at 20 paces? Wasn't that popular? I think that came later with the English: "...but beginning in the late 18th century in England, duels were more commonly fought using pistols. Fencing and shooting continued to coexist throughout the 19th century." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven100 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 33 minutes ago, roo860 said: Never take a knife to a sword fight? I was going to say that but it's not correct ' ... never take a knife to a gun fight is the correct version .. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Galong Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Whatever happened to the good old days when if two men fought, they fought man-on-man with no weapons. Using a weapon is cowardly. 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
roo860 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 31 minutes ago, steven100 said: I was going to say that but it's not correct ' ... never take a knife to a gun fight is the correct version .. Yes, I know that thanks, a gun would have been preferable. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post PJ71 Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 The most surprising thing about this 'altercation' is that it was one on one.... 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Martin71 Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 The most surprising thing is the Frenchman didn't surrender half way through the fight.... 2 1 8 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post cdemundo Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 "While Mr Cezard has since made a recovery, Mr Thonghor remains in a more critical condition and is currently intubated" If the article is accurate and Mr. Thonghor started it all off by throwing a beer bottle, it sounds like Mr. Thonhor "effed around and found out". 1 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Korat Kiwi Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 27 minutes ago, Martin71 said: The most surprising thing is the Frenchman didn't surrender half way through the fight.... Or run away.... Oops sorry that belongs with the Italians 1 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newbee2022 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Why the Thai threw the beer bottle?😳 Full? Maybe he didn't know that the Frog like wine more than beer.🤗 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shackleton Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Hon guard the sword is mightier than the knife The Thai guy must have realised his weapon is bigger than mine 😱 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post charleskerins Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 4 hours ago, steven100 said: I was going to say that but it's not correct ' ... never take a knife to a gun fight is the correct version .. no s##T Sherlock 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post ignore it Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 I'm for legalizing sword duels. Most of the ruffians are still up at dawn anyway. In the event the puritanicals get their way, they can convert all the newly vacant weed shops to fencing schools. Think of the machismo of dueling scars and swaggering about with your sword. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 5 hours ago, stoner said: cctv footage works again. wow. Privately owned CCTV... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandor Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 5 hours ago, roo860 said: Never take a knife to a sword fight? en garde Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post n00dle Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 8 hours ago, webfact said: While Mr Cezard has since made a recovery, Mr Thonghor remains in a more critical condition I guess that tells us who had the sword.... 1 1 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
n00dle Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 5 hours ago, Galong said: the good old days when exactly were these? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martin71 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 1 hour ago, ignore it said: I'm for legalizing sword duels. Most of the ruffians are still up at dawn anyway. In the event the puritanicals get their way, they can convert all the newly vacant weed shops to fencing schools. Think of the machismo of dueling scars and swaggering about with your sword. Well said.... just imagine..someone gets on your wick... challenge em..pull out your claymore and give em the Conner Mcloud, Highlander haircut... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Regyai Posted May 22 Popular Post Share Posted May 22 52 minutes ago, n00dle said: I guess that tells us who had the sword.... Silly Somchai Dont throw bottles at cuirassiers 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacovl46 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 (edited) 6 hours ago, roo860 said: What about pistols at 20 paces? Wasn't that popular? I prefer swords because you have to get up close and it's you and your skills versus your opponent. Guns are too easy! Also, a "zipper" on your body, after they've stitched you up, looks way more impressive than a bullet hole. 🤪 Edited May 22 by pacovl46 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NE1 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Odds on it had something to do with the female in the photo . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Theory Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 A jealous "local resident" ?🤔 alcohol & drugs bring inside out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snackbar Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Not the sharpest tools 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dirtybirty Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 6 hours ago, Martin71 said: The most surprising thing is the Frenchman didn't surrender half way through the fight.... Or open his legs and bend over not once but twice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andre0720 Posted May 22 Share Posted May 22 Straight out of a story happening in the Middle Ages... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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