Report French Tourist Dies Outside Koh Phi Phi Police Station After Night of Drinking

[webfact]

Picture courtesy of The Phuket News

 

KRABI - In a sad turn of events on Koh Phi Phi Island, a 55-year-old French tourist was discovered dead on a sofa outside the local police station. The man, known for enjoying his holiday, was seen heavily intoxicated the night before at a nearby bar, struggling to stay awake.

 

Witnesses and bar staff, worried about his state, arranged for him to be taken to the WorldMed Centre. However, after a medical check-up, the clinic sought help from the police to return him safely to his hotel.

 

The officers, concerned about transporting him in his condition, allowed the tourist to rest on a sofa at the front of the station until he was sober enough to move.

 

Tragically, at approximately 5.50 am, Police Lieutenant Apilak Suwannalikit found the man unresponsive. Despite the swift emergency response, the medics were unable to revive him, and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

 

His body was sent to Koh Phi Phi Hospital, where an initial examination revealed no signs of physical harm. A formal autopsy will determine the exact cause of death.

 

The incident prompts enquiries into the island's management of intoxicated tourists, particularly when it involves health and law enforcement agencies.

 

Local police have informed the French Embassy and are working with consular officials to reach the man's family. Investigations into the circumstances of his death are ongoing.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-07-26

 

 

[norsurin]

RIP... the safest country in the world couldn't help him.

[spidermike007]

A lot of people just don't understand how incredibly toxic alcohol can be, and the ramifications of drinking too much especially for those of us that are beyond 50. The effect that it has on the liver the kidneys and other internal organs is dramatic. Habitual consumption of too much alcohol can result in severe liver damage, and once that happens all bets are off. 

[still kicking]

2 minutes ago, spidermike007 said:

A lot of people just don't understand how incredibly toxic alcohol can be, and the ramifications of drinking too much especially for those of us that are beyond 50. The effect that it has on the liver the kidneys and other internal organs is dramatic. Habitual consumption of too much alcohol can result in severe liver damage, and once that happens all bets are off. 

I drink alcohol every night, but only red wine. I had my blood test done, and my liver is fine 

[terryofcrete]

4 minutes ago, still kicking said:

I drink alcohol every night, but only red wine. I had my blood test done, and my liver is fine 

I stopped drinking alcohol 26 years ago and I became deaf ... luckily , I found Jesus and we go to Spanish dancing lessons ...for the hard of hearing ...together 

[zepplin]

18 minutes ago, norsurin said:

RIP... the safest country in the world couldn't help him.

Errr no , not true at all, it’s a very dangerous country for drunken tourists! Fact! 

[spidermike007]

7 minutes ago, still kicking said:

I drink alcohol every night, but only red wine. I had my blood test done, and my liver is fine 

Red wine is certainly healthier than grain alcohol, and it's all about moderation. 

[hotchilli]

10 hours ago, webfact said:

The man, known for enjoying his holiday, was seen heavily intoxicated the night before at a nearby bar, struggling to stay awake.

Enjoying it a tad too much...

[hotchilli]

9 minutes ago, terryofcrete said:

I stopped drinking alcohol 26 years ago and I became deaf ... luckily , I found Jesus and we go to Spanish dancing lessons ...for the hard of hearing ...together 

Do you feel the vibrations up your legs instead of hearing the music ?

[Briggsy]

22 minutes ago, still kicking said:

I drink alcohol every night, but only red wine. I had my blood test done, and my liver is fine 

I have not seen a better example of "anecdotal evidence" for years. Thanks for the laugh.

[OldChinaHand]

It's a good idea to have at least two alcohol-free days a week, it allows the liver to regenerate a bit.

[still kicking]

1 minute ago, Briggsy said:

I have not seen a better example of "anecdotal evidence" for years. Thanks for the laugh.

Yeah, right, I turn 78 in 2 days 

[OldChinaHand]

17 minutes ago, zepplin said:

Errr no , not true at all, it’s a very dangerous country for drunken tourists! Fact! 

[Briggsy]

1 minute ago, still kicking said:

Yeah, right, I turn 78 in 2 days 

You're still at it. Fantastic. You're hilarious.

[OldChinaHand]

Getting drunk is potentially dangerous everywhere.

[norsurin]

19 minutes ago, zepplin said:

Errr no , not true at all, it’s a very dangerous country for drunken tourists! Fact! 

It was ironic from me 

[still kicking]

3 minutes ago, Briggsy said:

You're still at it. Fantastic. You're hilarious.

And you are still talking BS

[NanLaew]

10 hours ago, webfact said:

The incident prompts enquiries into the island's management of intoxicated tourists, particularly when it involves health and law enforcement agencies.

 

Just on the island?

[PETERTHEEATER]

1 hour ago, still kicking said:

I drink alcohol every night, but only red wine. I had my blood test done, and my liver is fine 

Which indicates your kidneys are shot.🤣

[still kicking]

2 minutes ago, PETERTHEEATER said:

Which indicates your kidneys are shot.🤣

Not according to my doctor and blood tests, but maybe you know more than a doctor

[aussiebrian]

1 hour ago, terryofcrete said:

I stopped drinking alcohol 26 years ago and I became deaf ... luckily , I found Jesus and we go to Spanish dancing lessons ...for the hard of hearing ...together 

I didn't realise Jesus was lost. Maybe he had been drinking too much. When I stopped drinking and smoking, I found my keys.

[Nick Carter icp]

1 hour ago, spidermike007 said:

Red wine is certainly healthier than grain alcohol, and it's all about moderation. 

 

   Its against forum rules to discuss that on here 

[mberbae]

Everyone assumes it was too much alcohol. He might also have had

other substances in his system ( ED drugs etc. ).

Wait for the autopsy results for a better understanding.

[Briggsy]

1 hour ago, still kicking said:

And you are still talking BS

You appear to have no idea what I mean. As a result you have resorted to abuse. Does this happen often? You should do stand-up.

[vangrop]

In my country bartenders still serving intoxicated patrons risks to be prosecuted. But TIT

[cdemundo]

2 hours ago, still kicking said:

Yeah, right, I turn 78 in 2 days 

So are trying to convey that you don't know what "anecdotal evidence" means?

[proton]

I find you have to get pissed to put up with Thailand

[Suetape]

What a sad way to go.  RIP..

[Ralf001]

3 hours ago, norsurin said:

RIP... the safest country in the world couldn't help him.

Iceland is the safest country in the world..... how could they have helped ?

[Ralf001]

3 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

A lot of people just don't understand how incredibly toxic alcohol can be, and the ramifications of drinking too much especially for those of us that are beyond 50. The effect that it has on the liver the kidneys and other internal organs is dramatic. Habitual consumption of too much alcohol can result in severe liver damage, and once that happens all bets are off. 

 

I drink a <deleted> ton of booze..... my liver readings are good.

My boss drinks feck all, his liver is fecked.