Man Falls from Pedestrian Bridge in Bangkok After Dangling Dangerously

[Georgealbert]

 

 

A 47-year-old man sustained serious injuries early morning on November 22, after falling from a pedestrian bridge on Theparak Road in the Sai Mai District of Bangkok.

 

The incident occurred at approximately 03:20, when Bang Khen Police Station received a report of a man falling from the bridge near Klong Thanon Subdistrict. Emergency responders from the Poh Teck Tung Foundation and local police rushed to the scene.

 

Upon arrival, authorities found Mr. Somkiat,  lying injured but conscious near the bridge opposite a local entertainment venue. He had suffered a fractured right leg, facial injuries, and significant bleeding. Paramedics provided immediate assistance and transported him to Bhumibol Adulyadej Hospital for urgent medical care.

 

Witnesses described the scene, with Mr. Somkiat seen walking unsteadily back and forth on the pedestrian bridge before climbing over the safety railing. He reportedly dangled precariously on the outer edge of the bridge, appearing to be under the influence of alcohol. Several bystanders filmed the incident, and one provided a video showing the moments before he fell.

 

“He seemed intoxicated and was pacing the bridge several times before climbing over the railing. It looked like he was trying to jump but hesitated multiple times,” one witness recounted.

Authorities are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident, including whether Mr. Somkiat’s actions were deliberate or accidental. 
 

Picture from responders.

-- 2024-11-22

 

[PJ71]

Moron.

[BangkokReady]

9 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Several bystanders filmed the incident, and one provided a video showing the moments before he fell.

 

Thank god there were people there to record it on their mobile phones.  That's definitely the right thing to do when someone is in distress or danger.  🤦‍♂️

[BangkokReady]

8 hours ago, PJ71 said:

Moron.

 

Or perhaps a desperate and suicidal man?

[watchcat]

15 hours ago, PJ71 said:

Moron.

 

Drunk, not same as moron.

[hotchilli]

18 hours ago, PJ71 said:

Moron.

Very sad comment...

[steven100]

the poor guy was obviously distressed and vulnerable to taking his life.

I hope he has family who can help him recover and get his life back on track. 

[PJ71]

26 minutes ago, hotchilli said:

Very sad comment...

Very sad story...

[john donson]

lucky his was not run over by a truck

[steven100]

7 minutes ago, john donson said:

lucky his was not run over by a truck

 

yes,  he could get hit by a car on that road. 

[spidermike007]

Darwin was right. The theory of natural selection, means we all have to exhibit certain survival skills, to thrive in this world. Self protection is just one of those skills. Some have it, some do not.

 

Some people do not do well when drunk. Those who don't, those who continue to commit acts of utter foolishness when drunk need to have enough self awareness to take great care. Alcohol can be very dangerous. On so many levels. So can idiocy and recklessness. Especially when combined with alcohol.