Naked Russian Man Rescued from Sea Between Pattaya and Koh Larn

[webfact]

Picture courtesy: FM91

 

A daring escapade took an unexpected turn for a Russian man found adrift and naked between Pattaya and Koh Larn. On December 8, 2024, what started as an adventurous feat of endurance ended in a fortunate rescue.

 

Mr. Pracharat, a seasoned speedboat driver, was ferrying more than 20 tourists to Koh Larn when he spotted an unusual sight—a man floating in the waters approximately six kilometres offshore, near the Hin Kong buoy channel. This location is situated between Koh Larn and Bali Hai Pier, far enough from the coast that swimming unaided poses significant danger.

 

Reacting swiftly, Mr. Pracharat brought his boat to a halt and threw a life jacket to the stranger. The man, who turned out to be a Russian tourist, was found in an exhausted state, completely naked, and bearing festering wounds likely caused by prolonged exposure to seawater.

 

Once aboard, the rescued man was provided with towels for coverage and given water to rehydrate. He was then transported to the Koh Larn District Office for further assistance and processing.

Remarkably, the relatively calm sea currents of the day contributed to his survival, preventing him from drifting too far out or encountering potential harm from passing boats.

 

During the journey back, a conversation unfolded between the speedboat passengers and the rescued man. It emerged that the tourist had embarked on his swim from Pattaya Beach the previous night, aiming to reach Koh Larn—an adventurous goal that turned precarious as the currents led him astray.

 

Mr. Pracharat noted that while such incidents are not unheard of, this was his first personal encounter with someone attempting such a perilous swim. The incident underscores both the spirit of adventure and the inherent dangers of underestimating nature's power.

 

This event, thankfully concluding with a dramatic yet safe rescue, highlights the need for caution and respect for the sea. It serves as a timely reminder to adventurers and tourists alike to prioritise safety over thrill, ensuring that future explorations do not end in potential peril, reported Superball for FM91.

 

 

-- 2024-12-09

 

 

 

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Naked Russian man rescued by speedboat hero near Pattaya
by Bob Scott

 

Picture courtesy of Expedia

A naked and exhausted Russian man was dramatically rescued by a heroic speedboat driver headed to Koh Lan off the coast of Pattaya. The incident, which unfolded about six kilometres from Pattaya, grabbed headlines due to the man’s dire predicament.

 

Pracharat Satsuk, a 34 year old speedboat operator, revealed how he stumbled upon the struggling swimmer during his regular route, ferrying around 20 foreign tourists to the beloved island hotspot of Koh Lan. The Russian was discovered adrift, visibly fatigued, in the choppy waters between Bali Hai Pier and Koh Lan.

 

Spotting the man’s distress, Satsuk sprang into action, flinging a life buoy and carefully hauling him aboard. On the boat, Satsuk offered the man a towel and desperately-needed drinking water, attending to his immediate needs with compassion.

“The bloke was knackered, absolutely wiped out. His body had cuts, probably from the salty water. Luckily, the current wasn’t strong. He wasn’t swept too far out. If he’d had worse luck, he could have been minced by the propellers.”

The Russian later admitted to Satsuk and the captivated tourists that he’d ambitiously set off for a night-time swim from Pattaya with dreams of reaching Koh Lan. However, his stamina failed him, and he found himself stranded, unable to finish the swim.

 

Picture of naked Russian man courtesy of Bangkok Post

This gripping tale shines a spotlight on the perilous risks of attempting long-distance swims in open water without proper planning or support.

 

Satsuk’s quick-thinking actions and the calm sea conditions were instrumental in averting what could have been a tragic outcome.

 

This daring rescue serves as a stark reminder of the need for vigilance and readiness for those navigating the bustling waters around tourist hotspots such as Pattaya and Koh Lan.

 

Source: The Thaiger 

-- 2024-12-09

 

 

[Skeptic7]

"Frussians"❗🤣

[BarBoy]

4 hours ago, webfact said:

A daring escapade took an unexpected turn for a Russian man found adrift and naked between Pattaya and Koh Larn. On December 8, 2024, what started as an adventurous feat of endurance ended in a fortunate rescue.

should've left the Russian crackpot there to swim back to shore on his own!

 

wasting the poor speedboat drivers fuel like that, he should be forced to repay his debt and to offer many wai's publicly in front of a TV camera, preferably fully clothed this time.

[MalcolmB]

One of my favorite things about Thailand is a good swim in Pattaya Bay.

 

 You have the sewerage overflow issues mixed with dodgy plumbing from many of the short time rooms going straight into the storm water and into the bay.

The toilets from the tourist boats are also flushed into the mix as well as the illegally built restaurants and bars built on top of the beach at the southern end.

 

Thus the water in the bay is a mixture of sperm, used condoms, turds, urine, street litter, motorbike and used cooking oils and cigarette butts.

 

Depending on the time of year the flavors can vary between middle eastern, Indian, shower shy Russian or elderly European that seamlessly blend with the soapy Thai women, gay men and transsexuals body fluids creating a fusion to tantalize the taste buds that can not be found anywhere else on earth.

 

 

[Hakuna Matata]

Oh My God! Those crazy Russians in Thailand. Was he on overstay?

 

 

[michaellee]

Why are the russian wasting so much resources of the city always creating stupidity. 

[Hakuna Matata]

57 minutes ago, Skeptic7 said:

"Frussians"❗🤣

 

One more "Quality Tourist" from Russia?

[Hakuna Matata]

2 minutes ago, michaellee said:

Why are the russian wasting so much resources of the city always creating stupidity. 

 

If this guy speaks Russian, it doesn't necessarily mean that he is a Russian passport holder. He may be a Ukrainian, Belarussian, Lithuanian, Kazakhstani national. We never know.

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, webfact said:

During the journey back, a conversation unfolded between the speedboat passengers and the rescued man. It emerged that the tourist had embarked on his swim from Pattaya Beach the previous night, aiming to reach Koh Larn—an adventurous goal that turned precarious as the currents led him astray.

Best stick to the hotel pool.

[rckmc]

Theyre freaking everywhere nowadays!

[eastlight]

3 hours ago, Hakuna Matata said:

 

If this guy speaks Russian, it doesn't necessarily mean that he is a Russian passport holder. He may be a Ukrainian, Belarussian, Lithuanian, Kazakhstani national. We never know.

They're all the same.

 

[BumGun]

SO, he decided to do it naked, beats way to swim but that aside, lets say he made it over to the island, what then ?

[Ironmike]

Here's an idea,,, Putin has uniforms for this dumbass he can be sent back home and get stuff for free, but instead he is a coward and chooses Thailand to hide in so deport him back home so he has something to where,,,problem solved.

[thenewgoo]

Give him a break - maybe he just got separated from his buddies at the underwear party! 

 

[kwaussie]

Stupid is as stupid does.

[Bobthegimp]

On 12/9/2024 at 6:06 PM, Ironmike said:

Here's an idea,,, Putin has uniforms for this dumbass he can be sent back home and get stuff for free, but instead he is a coward and chooses Thailand to hide in so deport him back home so he has something to where,,,problem solved.

 

A coward? No, just a man with common sense and who probably has nothing against Ukrainians.  Pattaya and Phuket are teaming with young Russian families where the father is avoiding the risk of being drafted. The condo I'm in is packed with them. The women look spectacular in bikinis.

 

 

[bristolgeoff]

Maybe he said i was going for a swim that was translated later,then they said why and also naked in the water

[Deserted]

You've got to admire the gusto of the Russians. It's just a shame he got into difficulties where he did and wasn't able to make it back to Russia...maybe next time he'll do it. 😉

[G_Money]

Probably a triathlete training for Iron Man.

[Deserted]

Possibly but he was going in the right direction for his homeland. He was probably pinning for the mountains.