Chinese National Assaults Mahidol Staff, Faces Visa Revocation Threat

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In a shocking event, a Chinese man attacked a Mahidol University staff member in Nakhon Pathom, triggering urgent calls for his visa to be rescinded. The attack reportedly stemmed from his frustration that his girlfriend's performance was not recorded.

 

The violent altercation took place on March 18 around 1.30 pm at MACM Hall, located within the College of Music at Mahidol University. A student named Vin recounted to local media how the incident unfolded during a concert where a Chinese master’s degree student was set to perform.

 

The assailant, identified as the student’s boyfriend and not a university student, lashed out when he discovered the performance hadn’t been documented.

 

Upon arrival at the venue, the man reportedly began to pound on the staff room door, loudly demanding answers. His anger soon turned physical as he assaulted a staff member, A, with a chair and slammed their head against a wall, causing serious injuries including a broken finger.

 

The victim was left unconscious and has been hospitalised, receiving intensive care and thus unable to make a statement to the investigating officers.

 

 

 

Later that day, both witnesses and the attacker were brought to the Phutthamonthon Police Station. Although the police documented the incident, there is uncertainty over any forthcoming legal proceedings. The performer hasn’t made any public comments on the matter.

 

Vin also noted that this wasn’t the perpetrator's first outburst on campus. He previously caused a scene by illegally parking in a restricted area and hurling offensive language when confronted by security officials. This latest incident has reignited concerns over campus safety, especially given Mahidol’s diverse community comprising high school students, faculty, and visiting parents.

 

Vin stressed the urgency for the university and law enforcement to act decisively, recommending steps like revoking the man's visa and blacklisting him to prevent future occurrences. They underscored the broader issue of foreign nationals' conduct in Thailand and the potential dangers they pose.

 

Whilst Mahidol University reportedly tackles the incident internally, Vin was unaware of any concrete actions taken thus far. This distressing event has raised alarms over ensuring a secure environment for all affiliated with the university, consolidating calls for stricter enforcement of legal repercussions in such cases, reported The Thaiger.
 

-- 2025-03-20