Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a tragic turn of events, passengers on a long-haul tour bus were left shocked when a woman was discovered dead after a gruelling 12-hour journey from Sisaket to Phetchaburi.

 

The unsettling discovery occurred at around 7am, as the bus halted in front of a department store on Phetkasem Road, within Ton Mamuang subdistrict, Mueang district, Phetchaburi province.

 

Police Lieutenant Jiraporn Phunpipat, Deputy Inspector at Phetchaburi City Police Station, arrived swiftly with medical professionals from Phra Chom Klao Hospital to investigate. The woman, identified as 46-year-old Manatsanan (surname withheld), was found deceased in seat C. A preliminary autopsy suggests she passed away at least three hours prior to being found.

 

Bus driver Niran (surname withheld) recounted how the woman boarded the Ubon-Hua Hin tour bus in Sisaket at 7.30pm the previous evening. "She seemed unwell, so I assisted her onto the bus. Upon arriving in Phetchaburi, she was unresponsive, coinciding with a call from her husband. Breaking the news to him was heartbreaking," he explained.

 

The woman’s husband, Sommai (surname withheld), disclosed that his wife had recently been discharged from a hospital in Sisaket, having been treated for kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and anaemia. "I advised her against travelling, but she insisted. We spoke before she boarded, and I called again in the morning to collect her, only to be told she had died."

 

Doctors at Phra Chom Klao Hospital confirmed the cause of death as acute renal failure. The family has ruled out foul play and plans to proceed with religious rites for her burial.

 

The incident has ignited discussions online about the dangers of long-distance travel for individuals with severe health conditions, especially those freshly discharged from medical care.

 

In a related event, tragedy struck in June when a 38-year-old man was found dead aboard a bus at a terminal in Lampang province. The bus, travelling from Nakhon Ratchasima to Chiang Mai, had stopped when his lifeless body was discovered in a rear seat.

 

These incidents raise important concerns about the safety and viability of long bus journeys for passengers with critical health issues. With some fare reductions for seniors and the economically disadvantaged encouraging travel, many wonder if stricter health screenings should be implemented before undertaking such trips.

 

As travel by bus remains a cost-effective option for many, it is crucial to address these health risks to prevent future tragedies. The situation echoes the need for more comprehensive care and consideration for at-risk passengers embarking on lengthy journeys.

 

The unfortunate events serve as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between mobility and health, encouraging discussions on how best to protect those with significant medical vulnerabilities during transit.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-28

 

18 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Pictures courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In a tragic turn of events, passengers on a long-haul tour bus were left shocked when a woman was discovered dead after a gruelling 12-hour journey from Sisaket to Phetchaburi.

 

The unsettling discovery occurred at around 7am, as the bus halted in front of a department store on Phetkasem Road, within Ton Mamuang subdistrict, Mueang district, Phetchaburi province.

 

Police Lieutenant Jiraporn Phunpipat, Deputy Inspector at Phetchaburi City Police Station, arrived swiftly with medical professionals from Phra Chom Klao Hospital to investigate. The woman, identified as 46-year-old Manatsanan (surname withheld), was found deceased in seat C. A preliminary autopsy suggests she passed away at least three hours prior to being found.

 

Bus driver Niran (surname withheld) recounted how the woman boarded the Ubon-Hua Hin tour bus in Sisaket at 7.30pm the previous evening. "She seemed unwell, so I assisted her onto the bus. Upon arriving in Phetchaburi, she was unresponsive, coinciding with a call from her husband. Breaking the news to him was heartbreaking," he explained.

 

The woman’s husband, Sommai (surname withheld), disclosed that his wife had recently been discharged from a hospital in Sisaket, having been treated for kidney disease, diabetes, high blood pressure, and anaemia. "I advised her against travelling, but she insisted. We spoke before she boarded, and I called again in the morning to collect her, only to be told she had died."

 

Doctors at Phra Chom Klao Hospital confirmed the cause of death as acute renal failure. The family has ruled out foul play and plans to proceed with religious rites for her burial.

 

The incident has ignited discussions online about the dangers of long-distance travel for individuals with severe health conditions, especially those freshly discharged from medical care.

 

In a related event, tragedy struck in June when a 38-year-old man was found dead aboard a bus at a terminal in Lampang province. The bus, travelling from Nakhon Ratchasima to Chiang Mai, had stopped when his lifeless body was discovered in a rear seat.

 

These incidents raise important concerns about the safety and viability of long bus journeys for passengers with critical health issues. With some fare reductions for seniors and the economically disadvantaged encouraging travel, many wonder if stricter health screenings should be implemented before undertaking such trips.

 

As travel by bus remains a cost-effective option for many, it is crucial to address these health risks to prevent future tragedies. The situation echoes the need for more comprehensive care and consideration for at-risk passengers embarking on lengthy journeys.

 

The unfortunate events serve as a poignant reminder of the delicate balance between mobility and health, encouraging discussions on how best to protect those with significant medical vulnerabilities during transit.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-08-28

 

Do they not have stops on the way? Or are they going non-stop! That is bad if they do...it is quite stressfull to sit for hours on a "not always" comfortable seat...🙄

1 hour ago, harryviking said:

Do they not have stops on the way? Or are they going non-stop! That is bad if they do...it is quite stressfull to sit for hours on a "not always" comfortable seat...🙄

What difference does it make?!!! 

Deepest condolences to the deceased's family and friends. May her soul rest in eternal peace.

Wonder whether she weas sat next to Bob Smith for the entire journey ?

There are thousands travelling every day, even on planes people die , it’s just a fact of life.