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Impatient Motorcyclist Rides Through Railway Barrier, Wife Falls Off & Injured


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On 4/24/2025 at 5:52 AM, Georgealbert said:

 

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A woman, riding pillion on a motorcycle, was injured after she collided with a lowering railway barrier in Bangkok, in an incident that serves as a stark warning to road users about the dangers of ignoring safety signals.

 

A video clip, widely shared on Thai social media via the page “อยากดังเดี๋ยวจัดให้ รีเทิร์น part 6” (translated: “If You Want to Be Famous, I’ll Make You Famous – Return Part 6”), shows a man and woman attempting to cross a railway track on a motorcycle as the barrier was coming down to stop traffic for an approaching train.

 

 
 

While the man managed to duck under, the barrier struck the woman riding behind him, knocking her off the vehicle. She sustained facial injuries and was seen staggering away from the railway line. The man stopped and ran back to assist her. The clip was captioned sarcastically: “If you’re in such a hurry, why didn’t you leave yesterday? Was it worth it?”

 

The incident occurred near the level crossing adjacent to Wat Nang Nong on Wutthakat Road in Bang Kho district, Bangkok. The crossing, located on a bend, is controlled by railway staff and fitted with dual boom barriers. Locals report the barriers were only recently installed, replacing a previous wire-rope system.

 


Reporters visited the scene and spoke with “Pa Kai”, a 72-year-old curry vendor whose stall is located near the crossing. Although she did not witness the actual moment of impact, she saw the aftermath as the injured woman tried to stand up before being helped to the roadside by her presumed partner. Emergency services later transported the victim to hospital.

 

Pa Kai said this was not the first such incident. She admitted that many motorcyclists frequently ignore the barriers to avoid waiting for trains to pass, even though the wait time is usually only a few minutes. She recalled previous incidents where riders were injured after being struck by the barrier.

 

“As a member of the community, I just want to urge people to stay calm and wait. It’s not worth risking your life or damaging property,” she said.

 

Officials from the State Railway of Thailand (SRT) have confirmed that crossing the barriers while they are in operation is a criminal offence. If a vehicle damages the railway’s property, such as hitting the barrier, the offender may face legal action. SRT officials are required to report such incidents to the police, and the Department of Land Transport may record the offence, potentially preventing the driver from renewing their licence.

 

The incident has sparked renewed calls for stricter enforcement and greater public awareness to prevent further injuries, or worse, at railway crossings across the country.

 

 

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Posted
1 hour ago, Harrisfan said:

How dumb can one man be?

 

Let me guess,: "asking for a friend" ?

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A helmet would have helped greatly, as the head snacking the road looked a bit brutal ... OUCH

 

No wonder she's dizzy when getting up.

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On 4/24/2025 at 6:59 AM, Gottfrid said:

Hopefully she will start looking for a better partner. The guy will soon be wiped of the planet with this kind of behavior. Luck only works soo long.

That thinking would remove over 50% of Thai road users... Yes, I know, 50% is on the light side.

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3 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

It takes certain qualities to survive on the roads here. Patience, being very conscious of your surroundings, driving defensively, avoiding excessive speed, especially in town, following basic traffic rules and laws and avoiding being overly stupid, at all times. 

 

The theory of natural selection, means we all have to exhibit certain survival skills, to thrive in this world. Self protection is just one of those skills. Some have it, some do not.

 

So very true Mike but for me never getting on a motorbike in Thailand is the best way to survive.

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4 hours ago, Harrisfan said:

How dumb can one man be?

In Thailand you'd be surprised... there's a lot of competition for 1st place.

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