Phuket Tuk-Tuk Driver Charged Following British Boxer’s Death

A Phuket tuk-tuk driver has surrendered to police after British professional boxer Colin Cairney died from injuries sustained when he fell from the vehicle. The incident occurred on Phra Barami Road in Patong during the early hours of June 14, after Cairney and a female tourist reportedly requested a ride from the Bangla entertainment district. Driver Kitipong said the passengers could not pay the fare, prompting him to take Cairney to several cash machines before heading back towards the original pick-up point. He claimed he did not immediately realise that Cairney had fallen and continued for approximately two kilometres before discovering that his passenger was missing. Police charged the 34-year-old with causing death through negligence and failing to stop, provide assistance or notify the authorities.