In a commendable act, two officers from Ratchaburi Provincial Police Station were lauded for their swift action in saving a young woman attempting to jump off the Chulalongkorn Railway Bridge. The incident, which occurred on September 27, exemplified the dedication of the Royal Thai Police to protecting and serving the public.

 

Pol. Lt. Gen. Prachuap Wongsuk, Assistant Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police and acting Deputy Commissioner-General, expressed his admiration for the two officers, Pol. Sub-Lt. Wichian Maneevihek and Pol. Sub-Lt. Suphot Udomsuk, for their professionalism and bravery. The officers responded quickly after a call to the 191 emergency hotline reported a woman sitting on the edge of the Chulalongkorn Railway Bridge, crying and appearing ready to jump into the Mae Klong River.

 

 

The woman, who had parked her motorcycle near the bridge, was in visible distress when the officers arrived. Using calm negotiation tactics, the officers engaged her in conversation to de-escalate the situation. After a tense period of dialogue, they successfully pulled her to safety and provided emotional support. She was later taken to the hospital for evaluation before being safely escorted back to her home in Chom Bueng district.

 

Upon investigation, it was revealed that the woman was suffering from depression and several chronic illnesses. Financial pressures, including medical costs that her family had been helping with, had caused her to feel like a burden. In a moment of despair, she attempted to end her life but was saved in time by the officers’ quick response.

 

Pol. Lt. Gen. Prachuap praised the two officers for embodying the principles of the Royal Thai Police, stating, "Their rapid response and dedication to saving this woman's life is a shining example of what it means to be a protector of peace." He also extended his gratitude to the foundation staff and civilians who played a role in alerting authorities and aiding in the rescue.

 

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-- 2024-09-29

 

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

The incident, which occurred on September 27, exemplified the dedication of the Royal Thai Police to protecting and serving the public.

Of course this is a good example of a part of the police work, and a good end result. However, to go as far and mention the this act by 2 police officers as as something that exemplifies the dedication of the RTP protecting and serving the public is a huge stretch. This was the job of two police officers. Besides that we all know how corrupt and unwilling the general force is to act of things.