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A tense situation unfolded as a 14-year-old boy, distressed by being labelled a “problem child” by his parents, was rescued in a dramatic intervention by local emergency and rescue teams, after climbing onto the roof and threatening to jump.

 

The incident occurred at a dormitory apartment in Nong Mai Daeng, Mueang District, Chonburi. Municipal emergency personnel and the Tri Khunatham Rescue Unit rushed to the scene, successfully intervening and preventing a tragedy.

 

The boy, who was reportedly overwhelmed with stress, was taken to Chonburi Hospital for evaluation to determine whether he was experiencing mental health issues or severe emotional distress. Authorities plan to contact his family to ensure he receives proper care and support.

 

Mr. Athipabodee Khaya, 22, a neighbour, revealed that the boy had mentioned feeling like a burden due to his parents’ harsh words. Before the incident, the boy left his phone with Mr. Khaya, asking him to answer any incoming calls, and expressed his intention to jump from the building. Alarmed, Mr. Khaya alerted friends and contacted rescue teams for help.

 

“I didn’t know what issues he was facing before, as he recently moved into this dormitory,” Mr. Khaya added.

 

Emergency personnel are urging families to pay attention to their children’s emotional wellbeing and to seek help when needed.

 

-- 2025-01-27

 

 

Poor kid.  Very sad.

Most likely, just another case of bad parenting. Just to hear parents calling their own child for problem child is definitely pointing in that derection.