Cannabis-Intoxicated British Man Arrested for Trespassing and Overstay

[webfact]

Picture via Facebook TNM Cable TV Pattaya

 

A British man embroiled in legal issues has been arrested in Pattaya, Thailand, after attempting to evade police. The incident occurred when the 28-year-old, who was wanted for trespassing and overstaying his visa, tried to flee while under the influence of cannabis.

 

The man, identified as Davis Songhuek Pittrak, was the subject of an arrest warrant issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court. Authorities accused him of illegally entering properties during the night and causing property damage. His troubles were further compounded by his visa overstay in Thailand.

 

When immigration officers approached Mr. Pittrak, his attempt to escape led to a chase through parts of Pattaya, known for its bustling tourist activity. His impaired condition, attributed to cannabis use, only added to the dramatic nature of the event. Ultimately, officers apprehended him following the pursuit.

Visa regulations in Thailand are strictly enforced, given the large number of international visitors the country hosts each year. The case highlights the need for foreigners to comply with both visa stipulations and local laws to avoid complications with law enforcement.

 

Mr. Pittrak now faces multiple charges, including those outlined in the arrest warrant. His arrest serves as a cautionary tale about the importance of respecting legal boundaries when residing or travelling abroad.

 

Picture via Facebook TNM Cable TV Pattaya

 

Observers suggest it underscores the balancing act that authorities must maintain in managing the often challenging interactions between local regulations and international visitors, reported TMN Cable TV Pattaya.

 

For Mr. Pittrak, the next phase involves confronting the legal repercussions of his actions as the Thai legal system takes its course. The situation acts as a timely reminder of the potential complexities faced by those who overlook crucial local laws while abroad.

 

Picture via Facebook TNM Cable TV Pattaya

 

Picture via Facebook TNM Cable TV Pattaya

 

-- 2024-10-05

 

[Gottfrid]

1 hour ago, webfact said:

The man, identified as Davis Songhuek Pittrak

Almost sound like he should have both British and Thai nationality. Or maybe the name is from other nearby country.

[webfact]

British man busted in Pattaya after cannabis-fuelled escape attempt
by Puntid Tantivangphaisal

 

Photo courtesy of Pattaya News

A British man on the run from Thai police had his escape plan go up in smoke—literally. On Thursday, October 3, Chon Buri Immigration officers apprehended a 28 year old British national who was wanted for trespassing and overstaying his visa in Thailand. But in a bizarre twist, the arrest only came after he tried to flee while high on cannabis.

 

According to police, Davis Songhuek Pittrak was hiding out in Pattaya after a warrant was issued by the Pattaya Provincial Court for nighttime trespassing, property damage, and overstaying his visa by 120 days.

A tip-off placed him strolling down Pattaya Second Road, but when immigration officers moved in to arrest him, Davis made a run for it—though not for long. His intoxicated state worked against him, as officers quickly caught up.

Despite his erratic behaviour, the British man denied all charges, insisting he hadn’t trespassed and wasn’t overstaying. However, further checks confirmed the arrest warrant and his visa violation.

Following his arrest, Davis was taken to Nong Prue Police Station for legal proceedings, where he will face deportation, reported Pattaya News.

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-10-05

 

 

[Woke to Sounds of Horking]

Bloke is positively drowning in ganja  😂   Even the cops look stoned. So much for the weed champs saying pot's harmless...

[mancub]

18 minutes ago, webfact said:

Davis made a run for it

Whilst giggling inanely and blowing raspberries probably !

[mikebell]

Luk Kreung?

[garygooner]

Sounds like it!  

[Jenkins9039]

When bad = British

When good = Thai

 

The downside of being dual.

[Taboo2]

Here we go again....blame the awful, evil plant.

[Davedub]

The title says 'Cannabis fuelled' - am I alone in seeing zero connection between the arrest of someone for illegally entering buildings / overstaying his visa and the fact he was smoking weed just before he was apprehended?

If he'd been having a beer, would the attempted escape have been booze fuelled? What about if he were having a coffee?

What a strange reporting angle - it makes no sense to me at all!

[bradiston]

1 hour ago, Woke to Sounds of Horking said:

Bloke is positively drowning in ganja  😂   Even the cops look stoned. So much for the weed champs saying pot's harmless...

Woke to Sounds of Horking?

[MalcolmB]

31 minutes ago, mikebell said:

Luk Kreung?

Can a luuk kreung be on overstay?

[bradiston]

30 minutes ago, mikebell said:

Luk Kreung?

Doubt that if he's wanted by immigration for overstay. Sure, he might have come in on a UK passport, but having Thai nationality would probably reduce the overstay penalty. But maybe not. Maybe. I guess. Could be....

[brianthainess]

1 hour ago, mancub said:

Whilst giggling inanely and blowing raspberries probably !

[brianthainess]

4 minutes ago, Davedub said:

The title says 'Cannabis fuelled' - am I alone in seeing zero connection between the arrest of someone for illegally entering buildings / overstaying his visa and the fact he was smoking weed just before he was apprehended?

If he'd been having a beer, would the attempted escape have been booze fuelled? What about if he were having a coffee?

What a strange reporting angle - it makes no sense to me at all!

I agree.

[kwan]

Where's his 'Tatts" ?

[soalbundy]

2 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Almost sound like he should have both British and Thai nationality. Or maybe the name is from other nearby country.

Never mind, show them your British passport where it says, "His Britannic Majesty's secretary of state requests and requires in the name of His Majesty all those whom it may concern to allow the bearer to pass freely without let or hindrance........"., you'll be back home in no time.

[newbee2022]

Riffraff from Britain. Some time in jail will clear up his brain, if there is any left.🥴

[wombat]

Does it say what breed of weed he was smoking?🙃

[Jerry777]

It would really be appreciate if the news guys and gals here would say 'British Passport Holder; rather than a British man which is obviously not his full ethnicity.

[hotchilli]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

Visa regulations in Thailand are strictly enforced, given the large number of international visitors the country hosts each year. The case highlights the need for foreigners to comply with both visa stipulations and local laws to avoid complications with law enforcement.

If only they could convince the well-heeled quality tourists of the world to come to Pattaya and sample the quality entertainment and cuisine on offer then things like this would naturally go away.

[bradiston]

20 minutes ago, Jerry777 said:

It would really be appreciate if the news guys and gals here would say 'British Passport Holder; rather than a British man which is obviously not his full ethnicity.

So what? It's like the infamous, and much derided/lampooned, "Yes, but where are you really from" for Asian Americans. Or, for that matter, 90% of Americans with bizarre names like Schnauzer, Molotov, Bangus, Tilapia, Inkfish etc etc. Does anyone know whence these people came? Moravia? Lithuania? Eastern Madhouse?

Edited October 5 by bradiston

[jippytum]

He stopped for a snack having the' munchies 'after his joint and the police pounced. 

[billd766]

1 hour ago, MalcolmB said:

Can a luuk kreung be on overstay?

It depends I think, on which passport he came to Thailand on, and whether he had or needed a visa.

 

A British passport he would probably have needed a visa of some sort. If he used a Thai passport and a Thai ID card he shouldn't have needed a visa.

[Ebumbu]

He should have used more powerful cannabis for the escape. 
 

26 minutes ago, bradiston said:

So what? It's like the infamous, and much derided/lampooned, "Yes, but where are you really from" for Asian Americans. Or, for that matter, 90% of Americans with bizarre names like Schnauzer, Molotov, Bangus, Tilapia, Inkfish etc etc. Does anyone know whence these people came? Moravia? Lithuania? Eastern Madhouse?

 

Mr. Tilapia came from my dinner plate. 

Edited October 5 by Ebumbu

[Liverpool Lou]

2 minutes ago, billd766 said:

A British passport he would probably have needed a visa of some sort.

Huh?  What about Britons being visa exempt?

[bradiston]

1 minute ago, Ebumbu said:

He should have used more powerful cannabis for 

 

Mr. Tilapia came from my dinner plate. 

You mean he ended up there!

[billd766]

18 minutes ago, bradiston said:

So what? It's like the infamous, and much derided/lampooned, "Yes, but where are you really from" for Asian Americans. Or, for that matter, 90% of Americans with bizarre names like Schnauzer, Molotov, Bangus, Tilapia, Inkfish etc etc. Does anyone know whence these people came? Moravia? Lithuania? Eastern Madhouse?

How about a good old British name like David Bowie's son, Zowie Bowie, or people named after the entire football club player's names.

[frank83628]

another quality tourist and report from sleaze capital

[Espanol]

3 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

Almost sound like he should have both British and Thai nationality. Or maybe the name is from other nearby country.

If he has Thai nationality, he can not be in overstay in Thailand.