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In a dramatic turn of events in Pattaya, a British man is fighting for his life after a shocking incident at a bustling hotel. The 59-year-old slashed his neck and wrists, prompting swift action from hotel staff and emergency services.

 

The alarming scene unfolded on Pattaya's Second Road on 23rd August. Emergency responders, including rescue teams from the Sawang Boriboon Foundation and Pattaya City Police, arrived quickly following reports of severe self-harm. They found the man in a critical state, with deep cuts causing significant blood loss.

 

Hotel employees acted fast, providing makeshift first aid until paramedics arrived. The man was immediately stabilised at the scene and transported to Memorial Hospital for urgent care. Details about his current condition remain undisclosed.

 

Witnesses recounted that the man was a former guest of the hotel who had returned for a drink. In a distressing sequence of events, he allegedly smashed a beer bottle, using the sharp fragments to inflict injuries on himself.

 

"The staff reacted quickly: they ran to help him and called the rescue teams immediately," explained one hotel employee, highlighting the urgency and chaos of the situation.

 

As police documented the incident, they gathered evidence and statements from staff and witnesses. Authorities confirmed the injuries were self-inflicted and are continuing their investigation to uncover the man's motives.

 

"The cause of the attempted self-harm is still under investigation. We are working to determine the circumstances surrounding this case," a police spokesperson stated.

 

The unsettling event captivated onlookers in the hotel lobby, as staff worked diligently to manage the situation and reassure other guests. Meanwhile, paramedics focused on stemming the man's bleeding, illustrating the dire nature of the incident.

 

Police are meticulously reviewing CCTV footage and interviewing the man's acquaintances in an effort to understand the factors that led to this tragic outburst.

 

This case serves as a stark reminder of the mental health struggles that some expatriates may encounter while abroad. It underscores the importance of mental health resources and support for those living far from home.

 

In the wake of this incident, questions around mental health support systems for expats, particularly in tourist hotspots like Pattaya, are likely to surface. The community will be watching closely as the investigation unfolds, eager for answers and hopeful for the man's recovery.

 

As authorities continue their inquiries, the incident stands as a poignant example of the silent battles many face and the critical need for accessible mental health care.

 

If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai), or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress, or depression. Seek help.

 

image.png  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-26

 

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