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 04:15, 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

[Gottfrid]

6 hours ago, Seppius said:

That road has taken many over the years

That´s usually what happens, when an idiot ride a 1000cc bike like on a race track in the middle of the city. Don´t you dare blame the road!

[Ralf001]

13 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

That´s usually what happens, when an idiot ride a 1000cc bike like on a race track in the middle of the city. Don´t you dare blame the road!

how do you know he was an idiot ?

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

[soi3eddie]

RIP Mr American. Hope you were living your best life until the end.

 

As I've said before, as an experienced big bike rider (in the UK), there is NO place for big bikes in Thailand. The road conditions, other motorists, animals, pedestrians, U-Turns and other situations are just not suited to big bikes. Sure, if on the Autobahn, Motorway or Interstate, then yes, but NOT on Thai streets. I'd love a big bike here but just know, even at moderate speeds, it could easily turn into a death sentence. 160cc is plenty on the roads in Thailand (bigger off road bikes such as CRF300 acceptable). Just my opinion. I know others here will oppose this, but look at the outcomes of big bike riders. Not good.

 

[Gottfrid]

8 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

how do you know he was an idiot ?

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

That was an extremely stupid reply! What does high speed tell you?

Do smart individuals drive at high speed in the city?

Do you have your answers now, or do we need more explanation?

[Ralf001]

4 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

That was an extremely stupid reply! What does high speed tell you?

Do smart individuals drive at high speed in the city?

Do you have your answers now, or do we need more explanation?

you have proof to back your posts.. or  just just dribbling <deleted> <deleted> like always.

[NoDisplayName]

9 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

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.  

 

Hope the innocent trees will be okay.

I'd be willing to donate to a fertilizer gofundme.

[Mr Meeseeks]

16 minutes ago, soi3eddie said:

RIP Mr American. Hope you were living your best life until the end.

 

As I've said before, as an experienced big bike rider (in the UK), there is NO place for big bikes in Thailand. The road conditions, other motorists, animals, pedestrians, U-Turns and other situations are just not suited to big bikes. Sure, if on the Autobahn, Motorway or Interstate, then yes, but NOT on Thai streets. I'd love a big bike here but just know, even at moderate speeds, it could easily turn into a death sentence. 160cc is plenty on the roads in Thailand (bigger off road bikes such as CRF300 acceptable). Just my opinion. I know others here will oppose this, but look at the outcomes of big bike riders. Not good.

 

I have ridden big bikes in Thailand for 30 years without issue. 

[Mr Meeseeks]

21 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

how do you know he was an idiot ?

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

“According to eyewitness accounts provided by a foreign national, the victim was riding at an excessive speed when he failed to navigate a curve,”

[Ralf001]

3 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

“According to eyewitness accounts provided by a foreign national, the victim was riding at an excessive speed when he failed to navigate a curve,”

what was the excessive speed witnessed ?

[soi3eddie]

13 minutes ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

I have ridden big bikes in Thailand for 30 years without issue. 

I hope your luck continues.

 

[CFIAM]

12 minutes ago, Ralf001 said:

what was the excessive speed witnessed ?

 

9 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

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.

 

[Gottfrid]

1 hour ago, Ralf001 said:

you have proof to back your posts.. or  just just dribbling <deleted> <deleted> like always.

As usual, things are possible to explain to a person. After that, it´s the persons job to understand. Sorry, can´t help you there.

[Tailwagsdog]

OMG this is terrible, look what happened to that poor tree. No sympathy for road users that endanger innocent lives.

[jacko45k]

9 hours ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

I have ridden big bikes in Thailand for 30 years without issue. 

Well  we got 1 dead guy who can't opine on this, but that is 50:50 so far!

[MangoKorat]

10 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

how do you know he was an idiot ?

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

I am not saying I agree with him but what he's doing is making assumptions which we shouldn't do, should we? The report did say it was a high speed accident though.

 

Assumptions like you made in a thread about a British man going missing in Bangkok.

 

This assumption precisely:  give it a few days, he will be "found" in a hospital with severe life ending injuries sustained in a scoot accident.

 

I've seen some real lunatics riding bikes in Pattaya. - often on very powerful bikes. I don't know if this still happens but a few years back a friend of mine rented Yamaha R1's in Pattaya.  We are both experienced bikers, in fact my mate had an R1 at home but neither of us was asked to show our licences. All we needed was our passports.

 

The thought of someone who maybe has never ridden a big bike before, riding down Beach Road in his shorts with no helmet on, on a 18Omph rocket ship - which was clearly available at that shop - is really scary.

[MangoKorat]

10 hours ago, Mr Meeseeks said:

I have ridden big bikes in Thailand for 30 years without issue. 

22 years for me - not even a scratch.  I wouldn't be driving like crazy in the early hours on that road or any others though. I open my bike up when & where its safe to do so.

[MangoKorat]

10 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

The injuries, the fact that his bike was found 300m away and the eye witness statements seem point to someone riding at well over 60kph (37mph) - which I believe is the limit there?

[hotchilli]

21 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

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.

Rushing to get to work ?

[simon43]

I'm relieved that this moron did not kill or anyone else through his stupid actions.

 

So sorry for the loss of the trees.....

[Lenthai]

Pattaya is not a racing track for big motorbikes, so stop these idiots driving at high speed on city roads day and night.

[newbee2022]

On 2/6/2025 at 9:16 AM, Georgealbert said:

 

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

 

 

Early morning, 4.15.

You need more information?

[Peterphuket]

1 hour ago, Lenthai said:

Pattaya is not a racing track for big motorbikes, so stop these idiots driving at high speed on city roads day and night.

Strange comment, after all they already do this themselves.

[ujayujay]

 

14 hours ago, Ralf001 said:

how do you know he was an idiot ?

how do you know he was riding like he was on a race track?

It takes an immense impact to fell a palm tree, the speed was clearly over 50 kph in the city... do you notice something?😉

[newnative]

Luckily  he only  killed  himself.  The rest of us dogged a bullet, or, rather, an idiot.