Car Plunges from Condominium Parking Lot in Bangkok’s Pinklao Area

[Georgealbert]

 

 

An incident occurred on the morning of November 4, when a car crashed through a parking lot wall and plunged from a condominium in the Pinklao area, startling residents, but only causing minor injuries to the driver. The incident at approximately 11:15 prompted an immediate response from local rescue services.

 

Witnesses recounted seeing the vehicle suddenly accelerate and smash through the parking lot barrier wall on the 3rd floor, before plummeting down to the ground below. Photos shared by residents of the condominium show the vehicle’s wreckage lying on its roof, surrounded by debris from the broken wall. The impact left a significant hole in the concrete wall, highlighting the force of the collision.

 

The driver, identified as Mr. Sumet, 69 years old, sustained minor injuries and was quickly attended to by emergency responders. He was transported to a nearby hospital for further medical evaluation and treatment.

 

Officials have yet to determine the exact cause of the accident, though initial reports suggest that the driver may have accidentally accelerated while navigating the parking structure. An investigation is underway to assess whether mechanical failure or other factors contributed to the incident.

 

This unusual accident has sparked discussions on social media about the safety of parking facilities in high-rise condominiums and the importance of protective barriers. Condominium management has pledged to review safety measures and work with authorities to ensure that similar incidents are prevented in the future.

 

Authorities announced that they will conduct a full inspection of the parking area and ensure the implementation any necessary repairs and reinforcements. The condominium management has assured residents that safety remains their priority and that they are cooperating fully with investigators.

 

Picture from residents.

 

-- 2024-11-04

 

[OneMoreFarang]

Another one applying for the Darwin award... 

[spidermike007]

It takes a special level of driving skill, and concentration to crash through a wall in a garage and dump your car below, unless it was a heart attack or brake failure. 

[spermwhale]

Amazing that he survived and lucky nobody was walking below. 

[bradiston]

9 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

It takes a special level of driving skill, and concentration to crash through a wall in a garage and dump your car below, unless it was a heart attack or brake failure. 

Sure, but to escape with only minor injuries? That's truly remarkable, looking at the photo!

[Tailwagsdog]

No Reo in the barrier wall ....no wonder it collapsed ...not really a barrier wall is it ?

[gk10012001]

6 minutes ago, Tailwagsdog said:

No Reo in the barrier wall ....no wonder it collapsed ...not really a barrier wall is it ?

yeah.  Not rare over there for many balconies and so called walls.  Really not much strength

[gk10012001]

Put down the phone, pay attention when driving

[john11k]

Just a likkle short cut.  ! 

[Jack Hammer]

Maybe attempted suicide, If so, this guy will have to think of other means. He could try top floor at Suvarnabhumi Airport. It has a high success rate. A miracle no one was injured when the vehicle met  the ground

[hotchilli]

14 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Another one applying for the Darwin award... 

Lucky he gets a second chance... 

[Theforgotten1]

Back on the road tomorrow, watch out 

[quake]

I wonder how much his driving license cost. 

[Woke to Sounds]

Potential aneurysm or stroke. Poor devil. Hope you recover ol chap.

[kuzmabruk]

14 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

the exact cause of the accident

Possibly two feet on two pedals and small brain incapable of calculating left/stop right/go … causes lots of accidents in China. 

[rwill]

14 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

The condominium management has assured residents that safety remains their priority and that they are cooperating fully with investigators.

Look at the barrier wall on the floor above it.  It  ends with a large gap with no barrier wall.  Safety is their priority???

[john donson]

dashcam available?

[Ironmike]

Looks like Bo and Luke Duke are still alive and living in Bangkok,,,,, yeeeehaaarr

[ChrisY1]

Foot brake...or throttle...which should I use?.....and the wall looks like a typical piece of junk construction. 

How many of these type incidents happen annually?

[RT555]

15 hours ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Another one applying for the Darwin award... 

Bro------- HE'S is 69 yrs old...

[kiwikeith]

3 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

It takes a special level of driving skill, and concentration to crash through a wall in a garage and dump your car below, unless it was a heart attack or brake failure. 

Whatever caused it the wall was weak as peeve 

[Grumpy one]

PLEASE don't be too harsh on this guy.

He almost got angle parking right.

About 45 degrees   

[grubman]

3 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

It takes a special level of driving skill, and concentration to crash through a wall in a garage and dump your car below, unless it was a heart attack or brake failure. 

Aren't all accidents in Thailand caused by brake failure.....🚗

[lordgrinz]

2 hours ago, kuzmabruk said:

Possibly two feet on two pedals and small brain incapable of calculating left/stop right/go … causes lots of accidents in China. 

 

Which is why I think everyone should learn to drive, and pass a test driving a manual transmission car. It teaches you coordination, and keeps you focused on driving, not distractions. Too bad they are going the way of the dodo, now we got people thinking their Tesla can drive for them, until of course it crashes.

[lordgrinz]

2 minutes ago, grubman said:

Aren't all accidents in Thailand caused by brake failure.....🚗

 

All I know is that I have never seen a Thai admit an accident was their fault, never.

[sammieuk1]

A wall made of wet balsa wood didn't help 🤔

[MalcolmB]

3 hours ago, bradiston said:

Sure, but to escape with only minor injuries? That's truly remarkable, looking at the photo!

 

[MalcolmB]

20 minutes ago, lordgrinz said:

 

All I know is that I have never seen a Thai admit an accident was their fault, never.

Rubbish. 
 

[newbee2022]

17 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

 

 

An incident occurred on the morning of November 4, when a car crashed through a parking lot wall and plunged from a condominium in the Pinklao area, startling residents, but only causing minor injuries to the driver. The incident at approximately 11:15 prompted an immediate response from local rescue services.

 

Witnesses recounted seeing the vehicle suddenly accelerate and smash through the parking lot barrier wall on the 3rd floor, before plummeting down to the ground below. Photos shared by residents of the condominium show the vehicle’s wreckage lying on its roof, surrounded by debris from the broken wall. The impact left a significant hole in the concrete wall, highlighting the force of the collision.

 

The driver, identified as Mr. Sumet, 69 years old, sustained minor injuries and was quickly attended to by emergency responders. He was transported to a nearby hospital for further medical evaluation and treatment.

 

Officials have yet to determine the exact cause of the accident, though initial reports suggest that the driver may have accidentally accelerated while navigating the parking structure. An investigation is underway to assess whether mechanical failure or other factors contributed to the incident.

 

This unusual accident has sparked discussions on social media about the safety of parking facilities in high-rise condominiums and the importance of protective barriers. Condominium management has pledged to review safety measures and work with authorities to ensure that similar incidents are prevented in the future.

 

Authorities announced that they will conduct a full inspection of the parking area and ensure the implementation any necessary repairs and reinforcements. The condominium management has assured residents that safety remains their priority and that they are cooperating fully with investigators.

 

Picture from residents.

 

-- 2024-11-04

 

I guess it was a brake failure. Happens every day, usually with trucks and buses. And now with small cars even? A disease? A virus? 😱 (A brain disease🥴)

[lordgrinz]

4 hours ago, bradiston said:

Sure, but to escape with only minor injuries? That's truly remarkable, looking at the photo!

 

Can anyone make out the license plate number? it's time to play the lottery 🤪