Motorbike Rider Injured by Dangling Communication Cable in Pattaya

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of SiamChon

 

In the early hours of January 23, a 44-year-old motorcycle rider narrowly escaped serious injury after being caught by a dangling communication cable in Pattaya’s Soi Kopai . The incident left Mr. Koson Kongsila, a ride-hailing service worker, with painful injuries to his neck and face.

 

The incident occurred around 01:35 while Mr. Koson was returning home after dropping off a passenger. According to his account, he was riding behind another motorcycle when he noticed the rider in front swerving to avoid an obstacle. Despite his efforts to brake and steer away, Mr. Koson could not avoid the hazard.

 

The dangling communication cable, hanging in a loop from a utility pole, caught him around the neck and face, causing him to lose control and crash. Fortunately, Mr. Koson was traveling at a low speed, which prevented more serious consequences.

 

Following the incident, Mr. Koson coiled the problematic cable and secured it to the base of the utility pole to prevent further injuries to others. He then visited the local police station to file an official report and sought medical treatment for the friction burns and abrasions caused by the cable.

 

Mr. Koson has since called on local authorities and relevant agencies to inspect the area and address the issue, noting that similar hazards may exist in other parts of the city. He also urged those responsible for maintaining communication cables to take accountability and implement preventative measures to avoid future incidents.

 

-- 2025-01-24

 

 

[watchcat]

On 1/23/2025 at 9:05 PM, Georgealbert said:

He also urged those responsible for maintaining communication cables to take accountability and implement preventative measures to avoid future incidents.

 

He has to sue them to achieve that

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[AhFarangJa]

On 1/24/2025 at 4:05 AM, Georgealbert said:

He also urged those responsible for maintaining communication cables to take accountability and implement preventative measures to avoid future incidents.

Good luck with that one, more chance of the Nigerian Prince paying up.

[Briggsy]

I noticed one at the top of Phra Tamnak Soi 5 the other day but it was a little high for a motorcyclist. It might still be there.

[Tarteso]

On 1/24/2025 at 4:05 AM, Georgealbert said:

He also urged those responsible for maintaining communication cables to take accountability and implement preventative measures to

Bla Bla 

[rovinman]

7 hours ago, watchcat said:

 

He has to sue them to achieve that

NO ! Someone just needs to cut the cable , and it will be fixed immediately  !

[jacko45k]

15 hours ago, rovinman said:

NO ! Someone just needs to cut the cable , and it will be fixed immediately  !

At both ends.....

I have wondered if one might risk being charged with some vandalism or property damage  if you did that?