Pattaya Police Round Up Bolt Drivers Involved in Clash with Kuwaiti Tourists

[webfact]

Pattaya — Pattaya Police finally managed to round up a group of Thai Bolt drivers who were involved in a massive fight with Kuwaiti tourists on Soi Yensabai earlier this weekend.

On August 5th, 2024, Pol. Col. Nawin Thirawit, Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, along with other officers, apprehended nine Bolt drivers, aged 20-30 years old. They were taken to the Pattaya police station for questioning before being formally charged with assault and property damage.

 

The arrests followed a clash between Thai men, many of whom were Bolt drivers, and Kuwaiti tourists after an unresolved traffic accident dispute. Reports indicate that over 50 Kuwaiti men attacked a single Thai man, prompting the Thai men to retaliate, which led to the viral confrontation.

The nine suspects, whose names were not disclosed by the police, admitted their involvement in the fight. They claimed that their actions were motivated by a Facebook post, which urged Pattaya locals to reclaim their honor after the alleged attack on the Thai man.

 

By Aim Tanakorn

PHOTO: 77kaoded

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-08-06

 

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[harleyclarkey]

Geez...50 to 1.

The Kuwaitis must be pretty crap at street fighting. Or is the sight of 1 Thai terrifying to them? 

Lads we need a bit of back up here....we're only 30 to 1 at the mo.  

[AustinRacing]

Attacking individuals in a group is a Thai protected tradition. They had to respond to protect this tradition. 

[Crossy]

People of AN your attention please!!

 

A whole bunch of posts which contravene our Community Standards have been removed.

 

Let's keep it civil and on-topic shall we?

 

I've not pressed the "Holiday" button for a while and my finger is itchy!

 

EDIT and now a comment on forum moderation has gone walkabout.

Community Standards are here https://aseannow.com/terms/ it could be time to refresh your memories.

[mikebell]

3 hours ago, webfact said:

involved in a massive fight

It was so massive the police didn't notice it, but arrived afterwards when all assailants had departed and the clearing of debris had started. (From yesterday's report.)

[cookie1974]

Im sure a mass brawl in the street will fully return the local thais to their rightful standing in society

[Frankie baby]

Reports indicate that over 50 Kuwaiti men attacked a single Thai man, prompting the Thai men to retaliate, which led to the viral confrontation.

 

Well, these are the same Arabs that that sat in 5-star hotels and watched as an international coalition took back their country for them.

[klauskunkel]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

their actions were motivated by a Facebook post, which urged Pattaya locals to reclaim their honor

too much time on their hand...

[jacko45k]

4 minutes ago, Frankie baby said:

Reports indicate that over 50 Kuwaiti men attacked a single Thai man, prompting the Thai men to retaliate, which led to the viral confrontation.

 

Well, these are the same Arabs that that sat in 5-star hotels and watched as an international coalition took back their country for them.

Neglecting those that were captured and the women the Iraqi troops raped, yes maybe some sat and waited outside the country. They didn't get out on the BA flight though as it was left behind at the airport. 

[Gandtee]

Were any of the alleged fifty Kuwaitis who attacked the Thai arrested? Not a two-tier policing system, surely.😉

[ronster]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

urged Pattaya locals to reclaim their honor

😂😂😂😂😂

[cnx101]

I’m confused here, where were the Bangkok and Philipino ladyboys to help them out

[robertyongym]

If the Kuwaitis had a one-to-one fight with that Thai man, we probably would not see this fiasco today.

[Sharp]

Relaxed Visa rules have consequences  

[Cereal]

I find the fact in the story that "over 50 Kuwaitis attacked 1 Thai man" a little hard to believe. 

[brianthainess]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

They claimed that their actions were motivated by a Facebook post, which urged Pattaya locals to reclaim their honor after the alleged attack on the Thai man.

I'm confused now, was this the same attack or not, whoever posted that on FB should be tracked down for inciting violence. 

[brianthainess]

They have admitted it, so 50% discount applies.

[OneManShow]

Who are these "Kuwaitis tourists" ? Really 🤔

I don't think they are tourists. This is a long story problem that even police failed to solve it by contacting their embassy. 

[wealthychef]

4 hours ago, AustinRacing said:

Attacking individuals in a group is a Thai protected tradition. They had to respond to protect this tradition. 

They were combatting cultural appropriation!  

[StandardIssue]

Another reason not to live anywhere near Pattaya. That's all I need is to run into a bunch of drunk Kuwaitis speeding around on motorbikes whilst I'm trying to get home from buying some groceries at the local Tesco or Big C. What a S#!t hole. I enjoy some fun now and again and to imagine these idiots have been anywhere in or around a possible fun girl makes me want to puke. I've had the displeasure of speaking with a couple of these types before. Entitled lunk heads. I understand they are "potentially" deporting the offenders. Rather than potentially why not actually deport them. Baffling, but you know what they say. TIT

[CanadaSam]

3 hours ago, Gandtee said:

Were any of the alleged fifty Kuwaitis who attacked the Thai arrested?

 

I believe the latest news is they are trying to deport the Kuwaitis, and have also arrested a bunch of the locals.

[AngryMan]

I just wish that the UK would contract out it's Illegal Immigration problem to a few experienced Thai Imigration Officials! Using the same rules, regulations and liviing conditions, especially accommodtion, as they have in the IDC Bangkok! I don't know what living conditions are like in other parts of Thailand, but BKK IDC would be an ideal example to use! It won't ever happen, but still, we can all live in hope ...😎

[PETERTHEEATER]

4 hours ago, Cereal said:

I find the fact in the story that "over 50 Kuwaitis attacked 1 Thai man" a little hard to believe. 

Being whacked on the butt with fifty hand-held open toe leather sandals is no joke!

[john donson]

family destination

[Cereal]

On 8/6/2024 at 1:50 PM, PETERTHEEATER said:

Being whacked on the butt with fifty hand-held open toe leather sandals is no joke!

LOL...I'll give you that!

[Matrosen]

On 8/5/2024 at 10:33 PM, webfact said:

Pattaya — Pattaya Police finally managed to round up a group of Thai Bolt drivers who were involved in a massive fight with Kuwaiti tourists on Soi Yensabai earlier this weekend.

On August 5th, 2024, Pol. Col. Nawin Thirawit, Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station, along with other officers, apprehended nine Bolt drivers, aged 20-30 years old. They were taken to the Pattaya police station for questioning before being formally charged with assault and property damage.

 

The arrests followed a clash between Thai men, many of whom were Bolt drivers, and Kuwaiti tourists after an unresolved traffic accident dispute. Reports indicate that over 50 Kuwaiti men attacked a single Thai man, prompting the Thai men to retaliate, which led to the viral confrontation.

The nine suspects, whose names were not disclosed by the police, admitted their involvement in the fight. They claimed that their actions were motivated by a Facebook post, which urged Pattaya locals to reclaim their honor after the alleged attack on the Thai man.

 

By Aim Tanakorn

PHOTO: 77kaoded

 

Full story: THE PATTAYA NEWS 2024-08-06

 

-  Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information.

 

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I remember Thailand, in the early 80's, when visitors were mainly western people from North America, Europe, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa, white people.

The country was calm & nice. But with all these Asians & Africans (blacks) its getting out of hand & becomes risky.

[George FmplesdaCosteedback]

I give up, what is a "bolt" and how do you drive one?

[jacko45k]

On 8/6/2024 at 10:05 AM, OneManShow said:

Who are these "Kuwaitis tourists" ? Really 🤔

I don't think they are tourists. This is a long story problem that even police failed to solve it by contacting their embassy. 

I believe they are...... it's probably summer break from education over there and July/August are a time of year to run from the heat.