Chinese Driver Hits Pedestrian in Korat, Resulting in a Death

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture from responders

 

A crash occurred in downtown Nakhon Ratchasima early morning on November 30, when a car driven by a Chinese national struck and killed a pedestrian crossing the road.

 

At approximately 03:25, local police from the Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima Police Station and Sawang Metta Nakhon Ratchasima rescue team were notified of the incident on Mittraphap Road near Suranaree Market in Nai Mueang Subdistrict. Authorities rushed to the scene to investigate.

 

Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of Mr. Somnuk aged 45, a resident of Nong Rawiang Subdistrict, Phimai District, Nakhon Ratchasima. The victim was found lying face down with severe injuries, including a crushed skull, broken arms and legs, and significant blood loss. He was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

Nearby, a black Honda City sedan with a damaged front bumper, dented hood, and shattered windshield was parked on the roadside. The driver, Mr. Ilu Wei, a 44-year-old Chinese national, appeared distraught and was crying uncontrollably. Rescue personnel helped him out of the vehicle and escorted him to the road median, where he remained unable to provide a statement to police.

 

Eyewitnesses reported that the car had been traveling on Mittraphap Road from Choho Subdistrict toward the city centre. The victim, Mr. Somnuk, was crossing the road from the Nakhon Ratchasima Bus Terminal 2 side to reach Suranaree Market, where he intended to sell goods. Witnesses stated that he crossed abruptly, leaving the car no time to brake, resulting in a violent collision that threw the victim onto the car’s hood before he fell to the ground and died instantly.

 

Following the incident, police conducted an alcohol test on Mr. Ilu Wei, which returned negative. Rescue workers transported the victim’s body to Maharat Nakhon Ratchasima Hospital for an autopsy.

 

Authorities are reviewing nearby CCTV footage and plan to conduct a thorough interview with the driver to gather additional details. Initial legal proceedings include a charge of reckless driving causing death. Further investigation is underway.

 

-- 2024-12-01

 

 

[watchcat]

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

At approximately 03:25, local police from the Mueang Nakhon Ratchasima Police Station and Sawang Metta Nakhon Ratchasima rescue team were notified of the incident on Mittraphap Road near Suranaree Market in Nai Mueang Subdistrict. Authorities rushed to the scene to investigate.

 

Nothing good happens at 03:25.

[hotchilli]

On 12/1/2024 at 3:47 AM, Georgealbert said:

Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of Mr. Somnuk aged 45, a resident of Nong Rawiang Subdistrict, Phimai District, Nakhon Ratchasima. The victim was found lying face down with severe injuries, including a crushed skull, broken arms and legs, and significant blood loss. He was pronounced dead at the scene

Can witness the noggin imprint on the windshield.. that didn't end well for the pedestrian.

[hotchilli]

On 12/1/2024 at 3:47 AM, Georgealbert said:

. Initial legal proceedings include a charge of reckless driving causing death

 

On 12/1/2024 at 3:47 AM, Georgealbert said:

Witnesses stated that he crossed abruptly, leaving the car no time to brake, resulting in a violent collision that threw the victim onto the car’s hood before he fell to the ground and died instantly.

How can you charge the innocent driver [according to the witness reports] the pedestrian was at fault?

[Can samui]

2 hours ago, hotchilli said:

 

How can you charge the innocent driver [according to the witness reports] the pedestrian was at fault?

It is standard practice if a fatality is involved. To be dropped later if investigation proves innocence.

[lordgrinz]

12 minutes ago, Can samui said:

It is standard practice if a fatality is involved. To be dropped later if investigation proves innocence.

 

So, guilty until proven innocent in Thailand? Nice.

[Watawattana]

1 hour ago, Can samui said:

It is standard practice if a fatality is involved. To be dropped later if investigation proves innocence.

It may also be standard practice for the farang to be blamed no matter what, especially if the farang can supply some folding stuff to the victim's family.

[lordgrinz]

19 minutes ago, Watawattana said:

It may also be standard practice for the farang to be blamed no matter what, especially if the farang can supply some folding stuff to the victim's family.

 

Just another reason to make sure you don't drive here in Thailand without a dashcam (front/back), to protect yourself.

[john donson]

dashcam?