Foreigner Wreaks Havoc at Chiang Mai Market After Smoking Ban Warning

Foreigner Wreaks Havoc at Chiang Mai Market After Smoking Ban Warning

A foreign man caused chaos at Chiang Mai's Chang Phuak market on October 23 after being asked to stop smoking near a dessert stall. Despite clear no-smoking signs, the man lit a cigarette near a gas stove, prompting the vendor to politely request he put it out for safety reasons. Infuriated, he threw a lit cigarette at the vendor and damaged the stall. The situation escalated until the vendor threw water at the man to extinguish the cigarette. The man's friend later apologized, ending the confrontation. The incident sparked online debates about cultural respect and local regulations.