Man’s Highway Photo-Shoot Sparks Legal Controversy in Thailand

[snoop1130]

 

Criticism erupted on social media after a Thai man was seen taking photos with his car on a deserted expressway. The incident has ignited debates about the legality of his actions, with many speculating that the road in question might be the Bang Yai–Kanchanaburi route. There's a growing call for officials to investigate the matter thoroughly.

 

A video clip showing the man posing with his vehicle on an empty stretch was shared widely, sparking immediate and intense debate. Concerned social media users quickly questioned whether such behaviour is permissible, pointing out that the road doesn’t appear to be open to the public yet.

 

The expressway involved is suspected to be the Bang Yai-Kanchanaburi Intercity motorway, a new route that was initially opened for free trial use during the New Year period. Since then, the section between Nakhon Pathom and Kanchanaburi toll gates has been made accessible every Friday from 3 pm and closed again on Sundays at 9 pm, starting April 26.

 

 

 

 

This controversy has drawn hundreds of comments from the online community. Many questioned the legality of the man’s actions, wondering how he managed to access a potentially closed route. Reactions ranged from disbelief to frustration, with some users demanding immediate action from authorities.

 

“Is this even legal? How did he get there?” one user asked, while another exclaimed, “I see this happening a lot. Immediate investigation needed!”

 

In response to the public outcry, officials issued a warning, advising people to exercise caution. They highlighted that certain parts of the expressway are still under construction and emphasised that stopping or taking photos on these roads poses significant risks and is strictly prohibited to prevent potential accidents.

 

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-- 2024-08-30

 

 

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[KhunLA]

Geez ... don't these people have better things to do.

 

He took vid of car ... the outrage 

[hotchilli]

11 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Criticism erupted on social media after a Thai man was seen taking photos with his car on a deserted expressway. The incident has ignited debates about the legality of his actions, with many speculating that the road in question might be the Bang Yai–Kanchanaburi route. There's a growing call for officials to investigate the matter thoroughly.

Must be a lot of bored people out there with nothing better to do than moan.

[Srikcir]

12 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

“Is this even legal? How did he get there?”

Seems to be the lack of critical thinking.

Got there by car during periods road has been open to the public.

But I can understand the confusion: no hanging roadside wires, no potholes, no crashed vehicles and dead bodies in the road. However, the lack of police presence would be noncritical.

[JoePai]

1 hour ago, hotchilli said:

Must be a lot of bored people out there with nothing better to do than moan.

Similar to forums I can name 

[BangkokReady]

13 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

This controversy has drawn hundreds of comments from the online community.

 

People really need to stop listening to "online communities".  These things have wreaked havoc on society since they formed.

 

Often they're a bunch of nutters who no one would listen to individually.

[soalbundy]

Lot of Karens out there exercising their right to be outraged. If they couldn't do it online they would have to find a dry leaf to write down their anger for posterity.

[brianthainess]

Why use that photo AN when you already have a real one, that is not for reference only ?

[RayWright]

Obviously a slow news day.

Enterprising chap wanted a couple of photos to show off his new Isuzu. 

[john donson]

because cops really have nothing better to do, right... don't even accept rape cases unless one goes to the media

[PETERTHEEATER]

7 hours ago, hotchilli said:

Must be a lot of bored people out there with nothing better to do than moan.

Probably Japanese AV stars. 😀

[hotchilli]

44 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said:

Probably Japanese AV stars. 😀

I see where you're coming from

[PETERTHEEATER]

2 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

I see where you're coming from

The only thing that moans more is the Special Edition Cushion when you lie on it.😀