Picture courtesy of KhaoSod

 

In an unusual turn of events late last night, rescue workers in Phan Thong district, Chon Buri, responded to a rather perplexing call. What initially seemed like a medical emergency involving seizures turned out to be something far more unconventional.

 

At around 11 pm on September 1st, rescue teams were alerted to an incident at a local construction camp. On arrival, they found 35-year-old Jirasak Photichalang exhibiting signs of distress, claiming that a ghost was attempting to strangle him. This peculiar situation left both the rescue workers and his family members bewildered.

 

Jirasak was visibly agitated, shouting about his ethereal assailant, while his relatives struggled to keep him calm. The rescue workers, unprepared for such a unique scenario, decided to call for police assistance from Phan Thong Police Station.

 

Once the police arrived, they took a careful approach, discussing the situation with Jirasak’s family. Though some calm was eventually restored, he continued to insist on the presence of the spectral threat. After much deliberation, the authorities recommended that he be taken to Phan Thong Hospital. Their primary concern was his wellbeing, fearing the possibility of him losing consciousness due to his hysterical state.

 

The twist in the tale came from Jirasak's account. He believed fervently that a ghost was targeting him, a claim that rescue worker speculated might stem from cultural or personal beliefs rather than a supernatural encounter.

 

His family was equally puzzled, reporting that he had never exhibited such behaviour before, nor had he consumed excessive alcohol that night. This left many questions unanswered, as everybody involved tried to piece together what had transpired.

 

By the time Jirasak was transported to the hospital on September 2nd, any immediate physical health risks appeared to be mitigated. Now, the focus shifts to ensuring his mental and emotional recovery.

 

This incident serves as a poignant reminder of the rich tapestry of beliefs present in Thai culture, where the spiritual often intertwines with the everyday. While the reality of ghosts is a matter of personal interpretation, the impact of such beliefs on individuals can manifest in profound ways.

 

Though unusual, occurrences like these highlight the need for sensitivity and understanding when dealing with cases that merge health emergencies with cultural phenomena. For now, Jirasak’s encounter adds a curious chapter to local folklore and raises awareness about the importance of mental health considerations in emergency response situations.

 

As the story continues to unfold, people are left pondering whether this was an isolated episode or if there are deeper roots to Jirasak's experience. Meanwhile, the local community, with its characteristic resilience, returns to a semblance of normality, albeit with a new story to tell.

 

  Adapted by ASEAN Now from The Thaiger 2025-09-02

 

This incident more serves as reminder of the rich variety of exotic substances that can be bought around town!

1 hour ago, jacko45k said:

This incident more serves as reminder of the rich variety of exotic substances that can be bought around town!

 

Alcohol?

 

 

Another person high on YABA!

1 hour ago, norsurin said:

Another person high on YABA!

 

Proof?

 

On 9/2/2025 at 11:38 AM, snoop1130 said:

What initially seemed like a medical emergency involving seizures turned out to be something far more unconventional.

 

Did they noticed?

The guy's missing a finger

On 9/2/2025 at 6:38 AM, snoop1130 said:

 

This incident serves as a poignant reminder of the rich tapestry of beliefs present in Thai culture, where the spiritual often intertwines with the everyday.

 

There is belief and then there is reality. 

 

Boo !