Drunk Driver Causes Fatal Crash in Chonburi, Motorcyclist Killed

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A crash in Chonburi has resulted in the death of one motorcyclist and left another severely injured after a drunk driver crashed his pickup truck into a motorcycle, dragging it more than 60 metres along the road.

The incident occurred at 23:00 on April 26, along the Phanthong-Mabpong Road in the Phanthong District of Chonburi. Police and rescue teams quickly responded to the scene. Upon arrival, they found the white Isuzu pickup truck, with front-end damage and a shattered windshield. The driver, 34-year-old Wasun, appeared to be intoxicated. Nearby, the wrecked Yamaha Fino motorcycle lay on the ground, with skid marks visible along the road for over 60 metres.

The female passenger, 48-year-old Duangjai, was severely injured and rushed to the hospital, while the male rider, 44-year-old Sarn, was found without a pulse. Despite efforts from the rescue team to resuscitate him, he was declared dead at the scene.

Witnesses reported seeing the pickup truck accelerating aggressively after the traffic light turned green, speeding off at high speed. One witness, who had been following the vehicle, noted that it had rapidly pulled away from the traffic light and moments later collided with the motorcycle.

Upon questioning, Wasun, the pickup driver, refused to speak and did not provide any statement. He was arrested and taken to the police station, where a breathalyzer test revealed a blood alcohol level significantly over the legal limit. Wasun has been charged for causing the death and injury.