Report Foreign Man's Erratic Behaviour Sparks Concern in Jomtien

[snoop1130]

Tourist talking to Jomtien municipal officers before sprinting away | Photo via Pattaya Mail

 

Jomtien municipal officers were called into action on April 30th to address reports of a foreign man behaving suspiciously along Jomtien Second Road in Pattaya. Initially, the situation seemed manageable, with the individual amicably interacting with officers and pedestrians. However, tensions rose when the man unexpectedly took off running, leaving both residents and authorities concerned.

 

Local residents have increasingly voiced their unease over the man's erratic actions. One witness reported seeing him talking to himself earlier that morning, while another claimed he attempted to chase a dog with apparent harmful intent. These incidents have compounded fears, particularly as some locals assert that this isn’t the first occurrence of such behaviour.

 

 

 

In response, Jomtien municipal officers and the police have reassured the public of their commitment to closely monitor the situation to maintain community safety. The strange incidents have fueled a significant public discourse, with many online commenters calling for stricter visa regulations and tougher measures against foreign nationals who could compromise safety.

 

The growing public concern highlights the need for effective communication and intervention strategies by local authorities to handle such issues sensitively while ensuring the protection of the community. As investigations continue, residents hope for a resolution that will alleviate their fears and restore a sense of security in the area.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-05-01

 

 

[baansgr]

Ban weed and all arabs..done deal

[Jone500]

Foreigners? In Pattaya, foreigners should probably be considered one of the main groups like Ruski and Brit  who I often see around. A slim body might also mean the person is bald, and as for flip flops, I’ve often seen Brits wearing them outside.

[Quentin Zen]

The strange incidents have fueled a significant public discourse, with many online commenters calling for stricter visa regulations and tougher measures against foreign nationals who could compromise safety.

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I'm not a big fan of resetting the visa-exempt stamp to 30 days, but I guess this will happen before the end of June at the latest. It seems like the agenda, and it was the earthquake that set things back (no pun intended) a little bit. That earthquake was crazy.    Seems like Thailand can use all the tourist money it can get, and nothing super crazy has happened (yet).  Dude with his shirt off running is strange, but not visa changing.   Last year at a few border crossings I saw zero farangs.  zero.   No idea the perfect number of days/months, but longer seems better and just do a better job monitoring with the smart cars.   Maybe much harsher penalties for overstay.   

[Trippy]

33 minutes ago, baansgr said:

Ban weed and all arabs..done deal

I think you mean Brits and Booze.....done deal

[baansgr]

34 minutes ago, Trippy said:

I think you mean Brits and Booze.....done deal

No problems like this a few years ago before they allowed weed and 60 day entries. Ban weed and ban it quickly