Accident Thai Couple Urges Action After Near-Crash Involving Homeless Man - video

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Photo via TikTok/ @ppalaploy.y

 

A harrowing incident in Nonthaburi, near Bangkok, has led a Thai couple to demand action regarding the presence of homeless individuals on a traffic island, after a near-fatal crash exposed the dangers posed by their unexpected presence on busy roads.

 

The event unfolded when a homeless man unexpectedly crossed in front of the couple's car on Rattanathibet Road, leading to a collision with a traffic barrier. The woman involved in the incident, who shared the story on her TikTok account @ppalaploy.y, revealed that their car lacked a dashcam, but footage was generously provided by a concerned motorist who witnessed the accident from behind.

 

Describing the traumatic experience, she wrote, “I just realised how valuable my life is.” The couple was travelling in the car, driven by her boyfriend, when a reportedly inebriated homeless individual suddenly emerged onto the road, forcing them to swerve and crash. Miraculously, no injuries were sustained in the collision.

 

The incident took place in a location with poor visibility, exacerbated by the surrounding infrastructure compelling vehicles to travel at high speeds. Blind spots created by other traffic further complicated the driver's ability to respond to the sudden hazard.

 

 

 

After the near-miss, the homeless man nonchalantly returned to his companions on the traffic island, continuing to drink without apparent concern for the peril he had inadvertently caused. The woman, determined to address the hazard, reported the event to local authorities, pressing for intervention to prevent episodes of similar nature in the future.

 

Despite their plight and the potential risk to other motorists, the couple waited extensively at the crash site for insurance assistance, but no police response materialised. This lack of immediate attention from law enforcement raised queries about the legal responsibilities in accidents caused by such precarious situations.

 

The woman also underscored the legal inconsistencies, pointing out that should her boyfriend have accidentally fatally struck the pedestrian, legal consequences would disproportionately impact the driver, notwithstanding the circumstances framed by the unpredictable actions of the pedestrian.

 

As this story gains attention, it underscores the necessity for enhanced safety measures and a more active law enforcement role in managing street safety concerns, especially in high traffic areas plagued by such hazardous challenges.

 

 

 

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from [source] 2025-04-25

 

 

 

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2 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The incident took place in a location with poor visibility, exacerbated by the surrounding infrastructure compelling vehicles to travel at high speeds

Why ?