Report Aussie Tourist Arrested for Reckless Stunts on Phuket Road

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A 32-year-old Australian thrill-seeker, Mr Daherwalid, found himself in legal trouble after a viral video captured his dangerous motorcycle antics on Phuket's Witsanu Road, inciting local outrage. The footage, widely circulated on social media, depicted the tourist performing hazardous wheelies and weaving through traffic on a Honda Click 160, causing significant risk to others on the busy road late Sunday night.

 

The brazen display prompted furious calls from the community for action. "He was having the time of his life, but no one else was," lamented a local witness, emphasising the menace and disrespect the tourist's actions posed.

 

 

 

Authorities from the Chalong Police Station swiftly responded, successfully apprehending Mr Daherwalid following a concerted effort by patrol and traffic units. The motorcycle's owner was also summoned to aid the investigation. Consequently, the motorcycle has been impounded, and Mr Daherwalid is now facing serious charges for reckless driving that endangered public safety.

 

The incident underscores Thailand's firm stance that foreign tourists are subject to the nation's laws. "Tourists are welcome but stunts like these are not," stated a Chalong Police officer. This arrest serves as a potent reminder of the legal responsibilities international visitors bear while traversing Thailand's roads, reinforcing the commitment to maintaining safe and respectful environments for all.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-04-29