A man named Ekkasit has reported an alleged assault by a food delivery rider in Bang Lamung, Chon Buri. The incident, occurring on April 9, began with a misunderstanding over a car horn, leading to a physical altercation. Ekkasit, who was heading to work on Soi Nong Ket Yai, learned of a plastic bag caught in his rear wheel after an elderly couple honked to alert him.

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Upon discovering the bag, an aggressive encounter ensued with an unidentified delivery rider. Mistakenly thinking the honk was directed at him, the rider shouted insults and subsequently attacked Ekkasit. Ekkasit reported that, despite attempts to clarify the misunderstanding, the rider dismissed his explanations and taunted him to involve the police.

Ekkasit refrained from fighting back, defending himself only by raising his hands until bystanders intervened. After the incident, Ekkasit experienced dizziness and body pain, prompting his family to take him to the hospital. CCTV footage was also reviewed as part of his police complaint, in which Ekkasit emphasizes the need for patience on the road to prevent future incidents, particularly against vulnerable individuals like women.

In response, Bang Lamung police have initiated efforts to locate the rider for questioning and plan to pursue appropriate legal action. The case underscores ongoing concerns about road rage and the importance of communication and patience among drivers.

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I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

17 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The incident, occurring on April 9, began with a misunderstanding over a car horn, leading to a physical altercation

Honk your horn at your peril...

3 minutes ago, Hotchilli123 said:

Honk your horn at your peril...

I agree. Even the smallest "toot" just to let someone know you are there can elicit stink eye and aggressive responses. I've made myself consciously aware to leave the horn alone unless absolutely necessary.

Recently I was second in line at a red light. The light went green but the car in front of me didn't move, driver obviously deep into his phone. Finally, after waiting a reasonable time, I gave the tiniest "toot". The driver looked up and started ahead but then proceeded to brake-check me a couple of times, just so I would know I had intruded into his space.

Why did a food-delivery driver have a horn?

I honked my horn once and a thai guy ran toward me running through traffic on sukhumvit road in pattaya. He almost got hit by about 15 cars ridiculous. I kept on driving.

In all the countries I’ve been to, only in Thailand have I noticed outrage at a simple beep-beep. I attribute it to small egos and even smaller dicks :-)

21 minutes ago, WDSmart said:

Why did a food-delivery driver have a horn?

Delivering Spotted Dick?🙃🙃

I guess you gays have not met my BIL. He toots his horn 100 times over the same distance.

L.O.S

Land of snowflakes

19 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

misunderstanding over a car horn

I see foreigners regularly in Pattaya blasting their car and bike horns aggressively, occasionally yelling an obscenity to go with it.

I reckon those who aggressively blast their horn are the same people who attack members from behind their warrior keyboards

1 hour ago, G Rex said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

1 hour ago, G Rex said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

1 hour ago, G Rex said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever

1 hour ago, G Rex said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

change here.

I have to toot my horn every time I drive into a roundabout as Thai drivers do not have a clue about how to drive their car or truck. Bought their driver's license.

I never toot, just flip the bird 🤣.

2 hours ago, G Rex said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

If I were you I would continue to follow your wife's advice.

1 hour ago, Shutterbug Guy said:

In all the countries I’ve been to, only in Thailand have I noticed outrage at a simple beep-beep. I attribute it to small egos and even smaller dicks :-)

And because of that one little thing, they have to make as much noise as possible on their motorbikes.

It's all about the incredibly silly perception of losing face, oh somebody called me out by honking their horn, how terrible, how embarrassing. I'm so deeply ashamed I think I'll cause a scene because I'm not emotionally developed.

It comes down to perhaps the single most significant weakness most Thai people have. The pathological fear of losing face. Who cares what people think of you? For those of us with high self esteem, it just does not matter. Sure, close friends and family. But strangers on the street? Who gives a rat's butt about this? It means nothing what they think, nor what they say about you. Nothing, less than zero. They count for nothing. They are just people, and people you do not know, nor will ever see again. Face is rife with self doubt, and by subscribing to this weakness, and man or woman is made a far lesser person. I consider the practice of face to be the polar opposite of the practice of Buddhism, which teaches the need for introspection, contemplation, owning up to a problem, and taking responsibility for issues, problems and tragedies that you create in life.

As many of us know, a percentage of the Thai population lives within fairly small boxes, of social convention, traditions and expectations, especially on the part of the family. That is not a life that some of us choose. Those that are bold and courageous, will find a way to break past conventions, and live a fulfilling life, based on their own choices, independence, and esteem.

If someone honks their horn at me to make me aware of the fact that I'm lost in my phone or doing something silly, what's the big deal? Real men don't get offended so easily.

3 hours ago, still kicking said:

I guess you gays have not met my BIL. He toots his horn 100 times over the same distance.

WTF. You on smack. Must be gooood stuff.

22 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

A man named Ekkasit has reported an alleged assault by a food delivery rider in Bang Lamung, Chon Buri. The incident, occurring on April 9, began with a misunderstanding over a car horn, leading to a physical altercation. Ekkasit, who was heading to work on Soi Nong Ket Yai, learned of a plastic bag caught in his rear wheel after an elderly couple honked to alert him.

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Upon discovering the bag, an aggressive encounter ensued with an unidentified delivery rider. Mistakenly thinking the honk was directed at him, the rider shouted insults and subsequently attacked Ekkasit. Ekkasit reported that, despite attempts to clarify the misunderstanding, the rider dismissed his explanations and taunted him to involve the police.

Ekkasit refrained from fighting back, defending himself only by raising his hands until bystanders intervened. After the incident, Ekkasit experienced dizziness and body pain, prompting his family to take him to the hospital. CCTV footage was also reviewed as part of his police complaint, in which Ekkasit emphasizes the need for patience on the road to prevent future incidents, particularly against vulnerable individuals like women.

In response, Bang Lamung police have initiated efforts to locate the rider for questioning and plan to pursue appropriate legal action. The case underscores ongoing concerns about road rage and the importance of communication and patience among drivers.

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Thainess at it’s best. 🙈

4 hours ago, dddave said:

I agree. Even the smallest "toot" just to let someone know you are there can elicit stink eye and aggressive responses. I've made myself consciously aware to leave the horn alone unless absolutely necessary.

Recently I was second in line at a red light. The light went green but the car in front of me didn't move, driver obviously deep into his phone. Finally, after waiting a reasonable time, I gave the tiniest "toot". The driver looked up and started ahead but then proceeded to brake-check me a couple of times, just so I would know I had intruded into his space.

You have to be so careful- there are some very aggressive drivers out there

4 hours ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

I see foreigners regularly in Pattaya blasting their car and bike horns aggressively, occasionally yelling an obscenity to go with it.

I reckon those who aggressively blast their horn are the same people who attack members from behind their warrior keyboards

Toot. Toot.🙃🙃

4 hours ago, cdulaney said:

I have to toot my horn every time I drive into a roundabout as Thai drivers do not have a clue about how to drive their car or truck. Bought their driver's license.

For the Love of Buddha, just put your hazard lights on & drive anywhere...even straight over the roundabout.

No-one cares in the slightest, apart from you.🙃🙃

1 hour ago, Lucky Bones said:

Toot. Toot.🙃🙃

I'm a fan of the toot, toot.

It's the blast, blast that annoys me

8 minutes ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

I'm a fan of the toot, toot.

It's the blast, blast that annoys me

Agree - there's a difference between the 'toot-toot' - meaning "careful mate, you're about to change lanes into me".... And the 'blast' which is easily interpreted as "eff off you @$$hole"...

But - some people are so fragile they can't distinguish between either.

There's another facet to driving in Thailand - one that makes it an enjoyable place to drive, or rather a less horribly annoying place to drive and thats the absence of horn use.

Consider the Jakarta Millisecond - the time it takes from the lights to turn green for the 10-20 cars behind to all start belting their horns... Similar across the middle east - people belting their horns agressively for no reason at all... Or Indian, stuck in gridlock traffic jams and everyone blasting their horns becasue they are frustraited, not as a warning, not to alert someone - but for the habitual state of 'blasting a horn when they want'...

The behavior of horn use in other nations shines Thailand in a very favourable light in this perspective and makes driving in Thailand far more tolerable.

4 hours ago, spidermike007 said:

It's all about the incredibly silly perception of losing face, oh somebody called me out by honking their horn, how terrible, how embarrassing. I'm so deeply ashamed I think I'll cause a scene because I'm not emotionally developed.

It comes down to perhaps the single most significant weakness most Thai people have. The pathological fear of losing face. Who cares what people think of you? For those of us with high self esteem, it just does not matter. Sure, close friends and family. But strangers on the street? Who gives a rat's butt about this? It means nothing what they think, nor what they say about you. Nothing, less than zero. They count for nothing. They are just people, and people you do not know, nor will ever see again. Face is rife with self doubt, and by subscribing to this weakness, and man or woman is made a far lesser person. I consider the practice of face to be the polar opposite of the practice of Buddhism, which teaches the need for introspection, contemplation, owning up to a problem, and taking responsibility for issues, problems and tragedies that you create in life.

As many of us know, a percentage of the Thai population lives within fairly small boxes, of social convention, traditions and expectations, especially on the part of the family. That is not a life that some of us choose. Those that are bold and courageous, will find a way to break past conventions, and live a fulfilling life, based on their own choices, independence, and esteem.

If someone honks their horn at me to make me aware of the fact that I'm lost in my phone or doing something silly, what's the big deal? Real men don't get offended so easily.

It shows the true nature of said individual. Not all of course but the ones that are weak minded.

had an issue years ago.

Driving back from Hua Hin - two lanes, traffic rolling at about 100kmh. I was sat in the left lane at maybe 90 with the lorries, while the right lane edged along a bit quicker. Truth is, no one was getting anywhere faster. You just sat there, locked into the flow.

Out of nowhere, some complete womble guns it up the inside and swerves straight into the gap in front of me. I had to slam the brakes - he missed my front end by centimetres, or at least that’s how it felt. I hit the horn.

That was enough.

For the next ten minutes it turned into a full-on pantomime of stupidity - the kind that drags everyone else into it. He brake-checked hard, nearly causing a pile-up. I moved left to get past - he blocked me. I switched lanes - he switched. Back and forth. Same game. I dropped well back, trying to disengage, but he started blocking everyone behind as well.

By then there must’ve been a tailback stretching for miles.

I started thinking ahead. Next petrol station, I’ll pull in, grab a drink, let it pass. Then the thought - what if he follows me in?

We get out and fight? Pathetic… but these things escalate. What if he’s got a weapon and comes at me - wife and son in the car. That one was simple - run him over. No weapon? Drag him out, overpower him, dump him in his own boot. Stupid thoughts, but they come fast in moments like that.

In the end, after ten minutes of pure idiocy, he just gave up and drove off.

I’ve seen it plenty of times since - on the roads, in the news, happening to other people. Same pattern.

Simple rule - there are a lot of unhinged drivers out there. Fragile egos, no sense of perspective. The smallest perceived slight and they snap.

Best way to drive - stay alert, stay calm, and don’t touch the horn unless it’s genuinely needed. Real danger only. Otherwise, you’re just lighting the fuse.

29 minutes ago, SAFETY FIRST said:

I'm a fan of the toot, toot.

It's the blast, blast that annoys me

What about the prolonged blast ?

16 minutes ago, blaze master said:

What about the prolonged blast ?

Psycho.. Psycho.. Psycho

The driver has mental health issues, keep clear, stay away, protect your life and your family.

I reckon he's a keyboard warrior on social media

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

8 hours ago, G Rex said:

8 hours ago, G Rex said:

When a driver does something really stupid or dangerous near me, my wife always reminds me not to hit the horn!

If people are not made aware of their stupidity, and perhaps contemplate their on-road behaviour - nothing will ever change here.

Your wife is right.

One of the joys Thailand offers is getting around in relative silence, without that cacophony of horns that's as disturbing as it is unnecessary.

Thai courtesy, difficult for some visitors to understand.

3 minutes ago, Toc-Toc said:

I do not understand why Thai drivers/riders get so hurt when anyone toots their horn at them!

It is the same the world over!

5 hours ago, richard_smith237 said:

had an issue years ago.

Driving back from Hua Hin - two lanes, traffic rolling at about 100kmh. I was sat in the left lane at maybe 90 with the lorries, while the right lane edged along a bit quicker. Truth is, no one was getting anywhere faster. You just sat there, locked into the flow.

Out of nowhere, some complete womble guns it up the inside and swerves straight into the gap in front of me. I had to slam the brakes - he missed my front end by centimetres, or at least that’s how it felt. I hit the horn.

That was enough.

For the next ten minutes it turned into a full-on pantomime of stupidity - the kind that drags everyone else into it. He brake-checked hard, nearly causing a pile-up. I moved left to get past - he blocked me. I switched lanes - he switched. Back and forth. Same game. I dropped well back, trying to disengage, but he started blocking everyone behind as well.

By then there must’ve been a tailback stretching for miles.

I started thinking ahead. Next petrol station, I’ll pull in, grab a drink, let it pass. Then the thought - what if he follows me in?

We get out and fight? Pathetic… but these things escalate. What if he’s got a weapon and comes at me - wife and son in the car. That one was simple - run him over. No weapon? Drag him out, overpower him, dump him in his own boot. Stupid thoughts, but they come fast in moments like that.

In the end, after ten minutes of pure idiocy, he just gave up and drove off.

I’ve seen it plenty of times since - on the roads, in the news, happening to other people. Same pattern.

Simple rule - there are a lot of unhinged drivers out there. Fragile egos, no sense of perspective. The smallest perceived slight and they snap.

Best way to drive - stay alert, stay calm, and don’t touch the horn unless it’s genuinely needed. Real danger only. Otherwise, you’re just lighting the fuse.

Unbelievably inane behavior. He recklessly cut you off. Any reasonable person would have hit the horn. A mindless, infantile, and silly 13 year old, in a man's body. No emotional development. None. Just beyond bizarre.