Indian Tourist Assaulted Outside Pattaya Convenience Store

[Georgealbert]

 

 

Pattaya City Police responded to an assault outside a convenience store on Pattaya Beach Road in Bang Lamung, The victim, Mr. Anngad Chandhok, a 38-year-old Indian national, sustained injuries, including a fractured leg and a lacerated lip. Emergency services administered first aid before transporting him to the hospital. The assailant reportedly fled the scene before authorities arrived.

 

According to store employees, the conflict began when Mr. Chandhok allegedly raised his voice, claiming he had not received all the items he purchased. Despite assurances from the staff that his order was complete, an argument ensued. One employee reportedly pushed Mr. Chandhok outside, where an unidentified man then allegedly struck him, causing him to fall and sustain further injuries.

 

Witnesses at the scene expressed concern over the incident’s severity. One anonymous local resident reported that store employees had called in someone from outside to assist, leading to a confrontation at the entrance. Another witness mentioned that the employee’s aggressive language escalated the situation, and the outside man’s assault caused Mr. Chandhok to fall down the store’s steps, breaking his leg.

 

Police have launched an investigation under the direction of Pol. Lt. Col. Alice Puangsai, Deputy Inspector of Pattaya City Police, and are reviewing CCTV footage. Although the store’s management has yet to release surveillance footage, authorities are gathering evidence to identify the attacker.

 

Pattaya Police affirmed they are prioritising the case, especially with the upcoming Loy Krathong and International Fireworks festivals, aiming to restore tourists’ confidence in the city’s safety standards.

 

Picture from responders.

-- 2024-11-14

 

[edwinchester]

"...Pattaya City Police, and are reviewing CCTV footage. Although the store’s management has yet to release surveillance footage"

 

Hows that work then?

[jcmj]

Probably thought he should get 5 straws with his 1 beer purchase. Obviously some kind of language barrier but still shouldn’t have been assaulted by an outsider. Probably more to the story if they haven’t released the CCTV footage. 

[Woke to Sounds of Horking]

Throw the book at the lot of 'em. The tourist was argumentative and the store clerks were overly aggressive.

[hotchilli]

13 hours ago, edwinchester said:

"...Pattaya City Police, and are reviewing CCTV footage. Although the store’s management has yet to release surveillance footage"

 

Hows that work then?

Release it publicly ?

[MarkyM3]

Hope he wasn't wearing a 100k baht gold necklace.....but seriously, beating up a customer is beyond the pale. Presumably they got CCTV or will it be found to not have been switched on 

[rubyjuan]

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

[wombat]

12 minutes ago, rubyjuan said:

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

Why so negative?

Pattaya is a family resort on the coast with crystal waters and sandy beach to frolic on.

[jacko45k]

57 minutes ago, rubyjuan said:

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

He went to a 7-11 too (probably), does that also boggle your mind?

Ding-dong.

[Dave0206]

Sounds like the more serious assault took place inside the store "throwing him out and down the stairs" good job the victim is not important only a tourist 

[RichardColeman]

18 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

claiming he had not received all the items he purchased

........always looking for that discount

[jacko45k]

18 minutes ago, RichardColeman said:

........always looking for that discount

There is a slight possibility that some item was scanned but not put into the bag, I once thought that had happened to me, but of course I also thought my own absent mindedness could be to blame. 

Indians can be very argumentative and I can see that getting the  workers in the shop irritated too.... throw in language confusion! 

[RT555]

Fight 1 Thai....fight them all.

 

😆 lol

[Homburg]

2 hours ago, rubyjuan said:

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

 

Family Friendly Resort.

[john donson]

so does the company's insurance  pay all the hospital bills?

[Deez]

He won't get much compensation here. Medical costs and a , wai. 10-15Millon baht  if happened in US 

[rumeaug]

couldn't they simply look at the receipt? x items for x price?

[Taboo2]

I am so tired of the Indians arguing at 7/11.  They are annoying and rude and I can understand why the locals attack them.

 

Stop disrespecting those hard working folks at 7/11.  Please.  This is not India where you can haggle all day long.

Edited 3 hours ago by Taboo2

[Taboo2]

2 hours ago, jacko45k said:

There is a slight possibility that some item was scanned but not put into the bag, I once thought that had happened to me, but of course I also thought my own absent mindedness could be to blame. 

Indians can be very argumentative and I can see that getting the  workers in the shop irritated too.... throw in language confusion! 

They have no clue about are the only tourists that I have seen creating problems for the workers.  The Russians are the best tourists in 7/11.  They go in, load up, pay and leave.  Indians, most of them always question the price or have some issue.

[thairookie]

The one from outside must be the motorbike taxi man.  

 

They are the unofficial officers of the unofficial Homeland Security Department.

[sabai-dee-man]

3 hours ago, jacko45k said:

He went to a 7-11 too (probably), does that also boggle your mind?

Ding-dong.

 

Probably typed from the comfort of his barstool in Patong! 🙄 🙄 🙄 

[Cabradelmar]

22 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Although the store’s management has yet to release surveillance footage

Don't be surprised if the footage miraculously vanishes.

[black tabby12345]

aiming to restore tourists’ confidence in the city’s safety standards.

 

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Whatever the police do, impossible to make every single retail shop Idiot Proofed LOL.

[black tabby12345]

2 hours ago, Homburg said:

 

Family Friendly Resort.

 

With the Biggest Red-Light District in the Orient...

[ravip]

5 hours ago, rubyjuan said:

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

Please relax. I too have been to Pattaya, a couple of times. Never got assaulted and nothing mind boggling.

[Emdog]

3 hours ago, jacko45k said:

There is a slight possibility that some item was scanned but not put into the bag, I once thought that had happened to me, but of course I also thought my own absent mindedness could be to blame. 

Indians can be very argumentative and I can see that getting the  workers in the shop irritated too.... throw in language confusion! 

A couple of times check girls have added an item or two for themselves and hoped I didn't notice. For self amusement I like to total the items in my head prior to check out, sometimes put exact amount on counter which dumbfounds them.... So when I point out the "extras" for staff I get a "tee hee" and lame apology.

[ravip]

1 hour ago, Taboo2 said:

I am so tired of the Indians arguing at 7/11.  They are annoying and rude and I can understand why the locals attack them.

 

Stop disrespecting those hard working folks at 7/11.  Please.  This is not India where you can haggle all day long.

Yes, this is very true and can be seen often.

[Reddavy]

22 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

 

 

Pattaya City Police responded to an assault outside a convenience store on Pattaya Beach Road in Bang Lamung, The victim, Mr. Anngad Chandhok, a 38-year-old Indian national, sustained injuries, including a fractured leg and a lacerated lip. Emergency services administered first aid before transporting him to the hospital. The assailant reportedly fled the scene before authorities arrived.

 

According to store employees, the conflict began when Mr. Chandhok allegedly raised his voice, claiming he had not received all the items he purchased. Despite assurances from the staff that his order was complete, an argument ensued. One employee reportedly pushed Mr. Chandhok outside, where an unidentified man then allegedly struck him, causing him to fall and sustain further injuries.

 

Witnesses at the scene expressed concern over the incident’s severity. One anonymous local resident reported that store employees had called in someone from outside to assist, leading to a confrontation at the entrance. Another witness mentioned that the employee’s aggressive language escalated the situation, and the outside man’s assault caused Mr. Chandhok to fall down the store’s steps, breaking his leg.

 

Police have launched an investigation under the direction of Pol. Lt. Col. Alice Puangsai, Deputy Inspector of Pattaya City Police, and are reviewing CCTV footage. Although the store’s management has yet to release surveillance footage, authorities are gathering evidence to identify the attacker.

 

Pattaya Police affirmed they are prioritising the case, especially with the upcoming Loy Krathong and International Fireworks festivals, aiming to restore tourists’ confidence in the city’s safety standards.

 

Picture from responders.

-- 2024-11-14

 

Should of just threw a bar of soap at it him. He would of left pronto with no argument. 🤷🏼

[NoshowJones]

6 hours ago, rubyjuan said:

You choose to go to Thailand, an amazing place and you go to Pattaya? Boggles my mind.  

I have lived in Thailand for 19 years, been to Pattaya many times although always back in hotel about 11pm. Never had a problem with anyone, though I don't drink or frequent bars.

[NoshowJones]

5 hours ago, RichardColeman said:

........always looking for that discount

5 hours ago, RichardColeman said:

........always looking for that discount