Tourist Brawl on Phuket’s Bangla Road Sparks Online Outrage - video

[snoop1130]

Pictures courtesy of The Phuket News

 

A viral video capturing a vicious brawl between foreign tourists on Phuket's infamous Bangla Road has ignited widespread online debate and criticism, particularly concerning Thailand’s visa policies and the presence of foreign gangs. The dramatic incident turned a lively nightlife scene into a virtual boxing ring, drawing heavy scrutiny.

 

The 48-second clip, shared by Phuket Expose on Facebook, shows two men attacking a third in a fierce fistfight, while bystanders looked on in shock without intervening. The post, captioned “Free visas, fiercely fighting 2-1, both good boxers,” sparked a flood of reactions, highlighting concerns about public safety and the potential influence of unchecked tourism policies.

 

Witnesses report that the men dispersed and returned to their accommodations as if nothing had occurred. The incident has fed into concerns among locals about the nature of visiting tourists. Netizens used the comments section to vent their frustrations, with some linking the fight to Thailand's liberal visa policies and recent cannabis law reforms, suggesting these factors might attract unruly tourists.

 

 

 

Comments ranged from humorous references to Muay Thai, the local martial art, to cynical suggestions about future venues for such brawls. Some netizens pointed to the broader implications of these events, questioning whether Thailand’s attractiveness as a tourist destination is overshadowed by rising incidents of foreigner-involved violence.

 

Despite the lack of confirmed identities or nationalities for the brawlers, local police are reportedly reviewing CCTV footage and considering launching an investigation. This incident is just the latest in a series of public safety concerns tied to Thailand’s tourism industry, rebounding strongly post-pandemic.

 

As Phuket and other hotspots like Pattaya experience surging tourist numbers, the balance between welcoming visitors and maintaining order is increasingly questioned by locals. Although there has been no official response from Thai immigration or Patong police thus far, it’s clear the event has heightened public discourse on how Thailand manages its booming tourism trade and the associated challenges, reported The Thaiger.

 

 

-- 2025-04-18

 

 

[Dmitry2222]

Phuket Wars: The Rise of Skywalker

to be continued....

[factual monk]

A new normal... 

[Wayne G]

Lock them up and deport these <deleted> 

[aajbk]

19 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

some linking the fight to Thailand's liberal visa policies and recent cannabis law reforms

pretty sure they need MORE weed so they'd get stoned and chill the f out instead of fighting...

[Harrisfan]

2 vs 1. Black dude did well.

[ronster]

Where is the vicious fighting and none of them look trained in any form of combat .

Just idiots who can't handle a night out 🙈

[bubblegum]

With every clip the same article.

[LBFM1]

They always go down market when seeking to boost tourism stats.

 

[ignore it]

Good fight.

 

 

No outrage here.

[Harrisfan]

The black dude looks like a dancer

[spidermike007]

Of course. Combine Phuket with Bangla Road, and it is close to hell on earth. I was first in Phuket in 1976. No resorts. A few bungalows on the beaches. Beachfront land was 1,000 baht a rai. They could not give it away. 

 

Went back in 1986. Had developed alot, but was still very nice. Again in 1993. Far more development. Still amazing. Azure seas. Spectacular women everywhere. Great food. 

 

Did not return until around 2008. It was degraded, for the most part. But, still decent. Good nightlife.

 

Again around 2014. Nowhere near the place it used to be, with a greatly diminished nightlife, but not awful. 

 

Back again in 2023 and there was absolutely no charm left, very few attractive gals and Bangla Road was absolutely horrific, with barely a good looking girl to be found with the exception of just a couple of Go-Go's charging truly stupid money.

 

The primary population of tourists were Arabs, Malaysians, Indians and Russians and most of them felt like low end tourists and expats. The proliferation of Russians was too much to bear. They are SO obnoxious. No need to ever return. The charm is lost. The over development is stunning. The prices were crazy. Phuket is now worse than Bali. Yikes.

[newbee2022]

20 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Pictures courtesy of The Phuket News

 

A viral video capturing a vicious brawl between foreign tourists on Phuket's infamous Bangla Road has ignited widespread online debate and criticism, particularly concerning Thailand’s visa policies and the presence of foreign gangs. The dramatic incident turned a lively nightlife scene into a virtual boxing ring, drawing heavy scrutiny.

 

The 48-second clip, shared by Phuket Expose on Facebook, shows two men attacking a third in a fierce fistfight, while bystanders looked on in shock without intervening. The post, captioned “Free visas, fiercely fighting 2-1, both good boxers,” sparked a flood of reactions, highlighting concerns about public safety and the potential influence of unchecked tourism policies.

 

Witnesses report that the men dispersed and returned to their accommodations as if nothing had occurred. The incident has fed into concerns among locals about the nature of visiting tourists. Netizens used the comments section to vent their frustrations, with some linking the fight to Thailand's liberal visa policies and recent cannabis law reforms, suggesting these factors might attract unruly tourists.

 

 

 

Comments ranged from humorous references to Muay Thai, the local martial art, to cynical suggestions about future venues for such brawls. Some netizens pointed to the broader implications of these events, questioning whether Thailand’s attractiveness as a tourist destination is overshadowed by rising incidents of foreigner-involved violence.

 

Despite the lack of confirmed identities or nationalities for the brawlers, local police are reportedly reviewing CCTV footage and considering launching an investigation. This incident is just the latest in a series of public safety concerns tied to Thailand’s tourism industry, rebounding strongly post-pandemic.

 

As Phuket and other hotspots like Pattaya experience surging tourist numbers, the balance between welcoming visitors and maintaining order is increasingly questioned by locals. Although there has been no official response from Thai immigration or Patong police thus far, it’s clear the event has heightened public discourse on how Thailand manages its booming tourism trade and the associated challenges, reported The Thaiger.

 

 

-- 2025-04-18

 

 

British, Aussie,.....or Irish?

[dlclark97]

Somewhat hard to tell for sure but these two look very much like the same two that earlier this week were in another serious altercation on Soi 6 in Pattaya.  Seems at Pattaya one, the taller one and most aggressive ended up getting what he had coming to him.

[QPRFC]

29 minutes ago, Harrisfan said:

2 vs 1. Black dude did well.

He was black and blue in the morning

[Harrisfan]

1 minute ago, dlclark97 said:

Somewhat hard to tell for sure but these two look very much like the same two that earlier this week were in another serious altercation on Soi 6 in Pattaya.  Seems at Pattaya one, the taller one and most aggressive ended up getting what he had coming to him.

They look nothing like the Pattaya guy

[arick]

Who cares!

[Wuvu2]

Bangla Road and other red-light districts are designed to loads the boys up with alcohol, then get their testosterone flowing with girly shows and roaving hookers. It's a bit absurd that "netizens are outraged" every time the inevitable scuffle occurs. No news here. Move along 🥺

[arick]

The black wins!  Or should I say south London 

[arick]

1 minute ago, Wuvu2 said:

Bangla Road and other red-light districts are designed to loads the boys up with alcohol, then get their testosterone flowing with girly shows and roaving hookers. It's a bit absurd that "netizens are outraged" every time the inevitable scuffle occurs. No news here. Move along 🥺

Why not some cock?

[Harrisfan]

38 minutes ago, Wayne G said:

Lock them up and deport these <deleted> 

No put them into the ring. 

[Chongalulu]

10 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

Of course. Combine Phuket with Bangla Road, and it is close to hell on earth. I was first in Phuket in 1976. No resorts. A few bungalows on the beaches. Beachfront land was 1,000 baht a rai. They could not give it away. 

 

Went back in 1986. Had developed alot, but was still very nice. Again in 1993. Far more development. Still amazing. Azure seas. Spectacular women everywhere. Great food. 

 

Did not return until around 2008. It was degraded, for the most part. But, still decent. Good nightlife.

 

Again around 2014. Nowhere near the place it used to be, with a greatly diminished nightlife, but not awful. 

 

Back again in 2023 and there was absolutely no charm left, very few attractive gals and Bangla Road was absolutely horrific, with barely a good looking girl to be found with the exception of just a couple of Go-Go's charging truly stupid money.

 

The primary population of tourists were Arabs, Malaysians, Indians and Russians and most of them felt like low end tourists and expats. The proliferation of Russians was too much to bear. They are SO obnoxious. No need to ever return. The charm is lost. The over development is stunning. The prices were crazy. Phuket is now worse than Bali. Yikes.

You've convinced me - I've booked my ticket. 2 weeks in Patong and no need to pay for going to any muay Thai fights! 😁 

[fredwiggy]

Assumptions. How would they know if these were tourists with free visas? Both good boxers? Neither were good boxers. Weed a reason for fighting? Weed is usually a reason for people acting calm.

[fredwiggy]

41 minutes ago, Wayne G said:

Lock them up and deport these <deleted> 

Lock up everyone who gets in to a few minutes fight and deport them? That would have Thailand losing millions of baht and prisons would be overflowing every weekend.

[Chongalulu]

4 minutes ago, arick said:

The black wins!  Or should I say south London 

You should try Dalston in London where you're considered overdressed if having more than one ear! 

[hotchilli]

Invite in the dregs of the world to boost tourist numbers and expect to get some trouble.

[nutosf]

They look like YouTubers to me.  Maybe military, given haircuts. 

[Wuvu2]

23 minutes ago, arick said:

24 minutes ago, Wuvu2 said:

Bangla Road and other red-light districts are designed to loads the boys up with alcohol, then get their testosterone flowing with girly shows and roaving hookers. It's a bit absurd that "netizens are outraged" every time the inevitable scuffle occurs. No news here. Move along 🥺

Why not some cock?

 

I'm hopelessly heterosexual, but you are absolutely right. Bangla has something for everyone 😂

[johnc925]

3 whites on the brother... real classy... 😒

[wensiensheng]

Why the outrage over a normal Bangla Road evening? 
 

If This citizens want to change the normal to something else, the authorities should do something to change it. Starting with effective policing.

Otherwise it’s same old, same old every night. In fact, it’s likely to get worse because those who are looking for a fight know where to go for it.