Community Chaos in Pattaya as British Man Attempts to End Life by Running into Traffic

[Georgealbert]

 

Picture courtesy of พัทยา จุดเกิดเหตุ

 

A dramatic scene unfolded in central Pattaya on the afternoon of 23 June, during a bout of heavy rain, as a British man, who was not named by authorities, reportedly attempted to end his life by running barefoot into moving traffic.

 

The incident occurred on Second Road, near Soi 11, where the man was seen behaving erratically and deliberately dashing in front of vehicles, apparently hoping to be struck. Fortunately, traffic was congested at the time and moving slowly, preventing any injuries or collisions.

 

Local police from Pattaya City Police Station, assisted by vigilant bystanders, quickly intervened to prevent any injuries. Officers found the man appearing highly intoxicated, speaking incoherently and engaging in bizarre behaviour, including rain drinking water from a roadside drain and splashing it onto his face and body.

 

It took police around 15 minutes to calm the man and take him into custody. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital for psychological assessment.

 

Authorities say they are working with the British Embassy and relevant agencies to provide appropriate care and support for the individual.

 

No injuries were reported, and police praised the action of passers-by and first responders in preventing potential harm.

 

  Adapted by Asean Now from พัทยา จุดเกิดเหตุ 2025-06-24

 

 

 

 

 

[scubascuba3]

I wonder whether these guys get given a one way ticket to Bangkok by the family

[SAFETY FIRST]

1 hour ago, Georgealbert said:

British Manman

was seen behaving erratically and deliberately dashing in front of vehicles, apparently hoping to be struck

We're seeing 2 or 3 articles everyday now about foreigners in Thailand with mental health issues. 

 

 

 

[norsurin]

People with mental problems should NOT travel to Thailand.Its a country with alot of problems about almost everything.

[Peter Crow]

7 hours ago, Georgealbert said:

Officers found the man appearing highly intoxicated, speaking incoherently and engaging in bizarre behaviour, including rain drinking water from a roadside drain and splashing it onto his face and body.

I have to watch day 5 of the first test match against India, that may have something to do with his behaviour, seen that before.

[still kicking]

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All he had to do was try to cross the road on a zebra crossing.

[jacko45k]

Can only thank heavens that he was barefoot rather than bare assed!

[champers]

Poor chap; hope he is well taken care of.

[mikebell]

With the assisted dying bill passed in Parliament, he could just have waited till he got home.