Pensioner's Motorbike Near Miss with Lorry in Bang Lamung

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Picture courtesy of Pattaya News

 

A potentially catastrophic accident was narrowly avoided in Bang Lamung as a 70-year-old pensioner lost control of his motorbike and came dangerously close to an articulated lorry on April 9.

 

The incident unfolded around 10am when Sawang Boriboon Rescue Centre responded to an emergency call on Highway 331, near a petrol station in Khao Mai Kaew. Upon arrival, rescue teams found Wichai, the rider, injured but alive next to his damaged purple-and-white Yamaha Fino in the road.

 

Paramedics treated Wichai, who suffered a gash above his eyebrow and scrapes. Fortunately, his injuries were deemed minor, and he was taken to a local hospital for further care.

 

 

 

CCTV footage revealed Wichai had lost control, causing his motorbike to slide perilously close to the rear of an 18-wheel lorry. “He narrowly missed being hit,” remarked a police spokesperson, noting the situation could have been much more serious.

 

In light of the incident, emergency services emphasized the importance of caution for all motorists, particularly senior riders. They advised ensuring vehicle maintenance and exercising heightened awareness on busy highways to prevent similar incidents, reported The Thaiger.

 

-- 2025-04-10

 

 

[watchcat]

On 4/10/2025 at 9:14 AM, snoop1130 said:

“He narrowly missed being hit,”

 

No points for a miss.