Foreign Motorcyclist Killed in Early Morning Crash in Pattaya

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture and video from responders.

 

A foreign motorcyclist lost his life in the early hours of the morning of 6 February, after crashing into a tree on a central reservation of a road in Pattaya.

 

Emergency services were alerted to the accident at approximately 04:15, near the entrance of Soi 9, Thappraya Road, Pattaya.

 

Upon arrival at the scene, responders found a damaged big bike and the lifeless body of a foreign male rider, who had suffered fatal injuries upon impact.

 

No identification documents were found on the deceased, and authorities are working to establish his identity. The body has been transported to a local hospital, where it will be kept pending contact with the victim’s family.

 

The circumstances leading to the crash remain under investigation and officials have not yet determined whether speed, alcohol, or other factors played a role in this crash.

 

-- 2025-02-06

 

 

[Emdog]

It's a start

[Gottfrid]

I like the video. It really zoomed in on the EMS bag very well. After that at 4 a clock in the morning, if it turns out that it´s not alcohol nor speed or both. Then there will only be can´t drive syndrome. And in my book, neither of those reason is worth any sympathy. But, sure, if there is any other reason, then I have to offer a sincere apology.

[Georgealbert]

UPDATE
Horrific Incident in Pattaya: American Motorcyclist Killed in High-Speed Crash

 

Picture from responders.

 

In a shocking incident on the morning of 6 February, an American motorcyclist lost his life in a high-speed crash on Thappraya Road in Pattaya. The crash, which occurred at 04:35, left onlookers in shock and horror at the scene.
 

The Pattaya Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Centre received an emergency call reporting that a big bike motorcycleist had lost control, mounted the central island, and crashed into trees. The incident took place on Thappraya Road, near Soi Thappraya 9, in the Nong Prue sub-district of Bang Lamung, Chonburi province.  
 

Upon arrival, rescue teams and police officers, led by investigative officer Pol. Lt. Col. Charnan Ketsomboon of the Pattaya City Police Station, discovered the lifeless body of Mr. Leo Williams, a 53-year-old American national. The victim was found lying in a pool of blood on the central island, with severe injuries including a gaping chest wound, creating a gruesome sight for witnesses.  
 

Two betel nut trees on the central island were also found uprooted and broken due to the force of the impact. The motorcycle involved, a black Kawasaki Z1000 with the registration number from Bangkok, was found approximately 300 metres away from the crash site. A long trail of engine oil indicated the bike had skidded at high speed before coming to a stop.  
 

According to eyewitness accounts provided by a foreign national, the victim was riding at an excessive speed when he failed to navigate a curve, causing the bike to mount the central island and collide with the trees. The motorcycle continued to travel a significant distance before eventually falling to the ground. Local residents immediately alerted rescue services, who rushed to the scene.

 

Pol. Lt. Col. Charnan confirmed that CCTV footage captured parts of the incident, showing the moment the victim crashed into the trees at high speed. The footage has been preserved as evidence for further investigation.  
 

The victim’s body has been transported to Pattaya Hospital for preservation, pending the arrival of relatives to complete necessary documentation.

 

-- 2025-02-06

 

[smedly]

RIP

[Seppius]

That road has taken many over the years