Thai Girl Thanks Swiss Saviour a Year After Life-Changing Rescue

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In the heart of Thailand's Buriram province, 15-year-old Piyathida and her mother, Rattanaporn, have finally expressed gratitude to Tom, a Swiss man who saved Piyathida during a road accident last year. The mother and daughter had tirelessly sought Tom, whose prompt first aid and quick decision-making at the accident site likely saved the teenager's life.

 

The incident occurred when Piyathida was on a motorcycle that collided with a pickup truck, resulting in severe injuries. Tom, who witnessed the accident, rushed over from a nearby barber shop to assist, using rescue equipment to stop the bleeding and ensuring she reached the hospital as swiftly as possible.

 

 

Despite the tragedy of losing her left eye, Piyathida has demonstrated remarkable resilience, embracing life with renewed vigour. Her resolve to "live to honour the foreigner’s help" highlights her gratitude. Recently, the family connected with Tom via video, finally expressing their heartfelt thanks for his bravery and kindness.

 

The story, however, also casts light on frustrating legal proceedings. Rattanaporn revealed that the pickup driver has only compensated them 1,000 baht, an inadequate amount given the injury's gravity. Nonetheless, amid these challenges, the family remains thankful for Piyathida's survival and Tom’s life-saving intervention.

 

-- 2025-02-10

 

 

[Denim]

Well done that man. 

 

Well worth learning basic first aid techniques. A simple thing like the recovery position can save a life.

 

 

 

 

First Aid should be taught in every scool given how nmany rtraffic accidents occur here.

 

 

[ross163103]

Respect to this guy! A lot of people now days would just film it on their phones then post it for likes/follows! Good to see there are still people out there with compassion for others and are willing to help. Also, hope the girl gets compensated properly by the driver, probably not though since this is Thailand.

[Gaccha]

I'm worried about moving them into the recovery position after a motorbike accident because of the extremely high risk of neck damage. Just when is it safe?

[fredwiggy]

4 minutes ago, Gaccha said:

I'm worried about moving them into the recovery position after a motorbike accident because of the extremely high risk of neck damage. Just when is it safe?

Generally safe unless there is a neck or spinal injury, which takes some knowledge, or they aren't breathing and need immediate CPR from cardiac arrest. Also if something is lodged in their throat.

[portisaacozzy]

11 hours ago, Denim said:

Well done that man. 

 

Well worth learning basic first aid techniques. A simple thing like the recovery position can save a life.

 

 

 

 

First Aid should be taught in every scool given how nmany rtraffic accidents occur here.

 

 

fantastic,show to seniors in all schools

[thesetat]

15 hours ago, Denim said:

Well done that man. 

 

Well worth learning basic first aid techniques. A simple thing like the recovery position can save a life.

 

 

 

 

First Aid should be taught in every scool given how nmany rtraffic accidents occur here.

 

 

Lucky for the Swiss man that the girl didn't die. Otherwise the Thais would be blaming him instead of thanking him. Too often this is the case in Thailand. So, it was good the foreigner helped and the girl lived. But I would not go around trying to do this normally. Lest you get accused of making it worse even if that is not the truth. 

[Purdey]

Good to know there are some very nice people in the world.

[Watawattana]

Great to see a Swiss guy getting some plaudits after the behaviour of some others.  Can't quite believe the low level of 'wai' given by the other driver.

[ross163103]

10 hours ago, Gaccha said:

I'm worried about moving them into the recovery position after a motorbike accident because of the extremely high risk of neck damage. Just when is it safe?

If you don't know what you're doing better to leave them alone unless there are two people, one to turn them and one to stabilize the neck while turning. Basically the spine needs to stay aligned with the neck if you're going to turn them. Just keep in mind IF you cause any damage you could be liable.  And also better to NOT remove a helmet if they're wearing one, this could also cause some, or more neck/spine damage. 

[AGLV0121]

20 hours ago, portisaacozzy said:

fantastic,show to seniors in all schools

Are there still many seniors in schools these days? 🙂