webfact Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Aussie survives 18-storey hotel plunge Phuket Gazette Australian John Hurley, 39, suffered serious injuries in the fall from the 18th floor of this hotel, but he survived the incident. Photo: Atchaa Khamlo Rescue workers from the Kusoldharm Foundation prepare to take Mr Hurley to Patong Hospital. Photo: Kusoldharm Foundation - Patong PHUKET: -- The Australian man who fell 18 floors from a Patong hotel balcony earlier today is recovering at Vachira Phuket Hospital in Phuket Town. John Hurley, 39, suffered broken ribs, a punctured lung, serious injuries to his right leg and a broken left hand in the fall. His leg was nearly torn off in the impact and he suffered deep bruises to his body, a Kusoldtham Foundation rescue worker told the Phuket Gazette at the scene. “He landed on the clear plexiglass roof on the second floor and then hit the extended cement terrace of that floor,” the rescue worker said. “It took about 10 minutes to get him to Patong Hospital,” he added. Staff at Patong Hospital confirmed to the Gazette that Mr Hurley has since regained consciousness and was transferred to the Vachira Phuket Hospital this afternoon. Capt Teerasak Boonsang of the Patong Police said they were now questioning witnesses known to have seen or spoken with Mr Hurley before his fall. Mr Hurley was staying at the Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa, which dominates the Patong skyline. “We found a chair on the balcony of his hotel room and on the chair was one of Mr Hurley’s shoes,” explained Patong Police Deputy Superintendent Kittipong Klaikaew. “Also, hotel records show that Mr Hurley called Australia 15 times before his fall,” he added. Rescue workers at the scene said they could smell alcohol on Mr Hurley. Lt Col Kittipong said that Mr Hurley was due to check out of the hotel today. Source: http://www.phuketgaz...ticle19439.html -- Phuket Gazette 2012-11-14 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CelticBhoy Posted November 13, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 13, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post BookMan Posted November 13, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 13, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself 35 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post phuturatica Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself That's what I was just thinking... 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CelticBhoy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 "Lt Col Kittipong said that Mr Hurley was due to check out of the hotel today." I think he rather fancied 'checking-out' a bit earlier than that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sirchai Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 What- or whoever- made him jump doesn't change the fact that just too many foreigners "jump" down of tall buildings here. Hope he'll fully recover and no problems with hospital bills etc... 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theajarn Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself I feel horrible for "like" ing that post, but it's true. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post fishhooks Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 Why do these nut jobs come to Thailand to commit suicide, waste of air Agreed sir, if that is the case, but maybe just a tad early to make such a statement! Patience is a virtue! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post GuestHouse Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 These selfish people have no regard for the safety of people they might land on. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post personchester Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 The stool found on the balcony may be indicative of the accident, perhaps he stepped on to the stool in order to fix or do something above on the balcony. In that position he was no doubt dangerously close to the height of the balcony barrier, he may then have lost his balance because alcohol was consumed and feel down over the barrier. Fortunately he survived, although severe injuries have occurred, nevertheless he was lucky, and if his luck continuous then he will also recover in due time. I wish him good luck. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pib Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 “Also, hotel records show that Mr Hurley called Australia 15 times before his fall,” he added. Good chance some of these 15 calls could add a lot of detail as to the "why" he did it if it wasn't truly an accident. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steven100 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 It can be very tricky replacing those balcony lightbulbs ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post metisdead Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 A number of nonsense trolling posts have been removed. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Scorpio1949 Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 Why speculate on why he came down. Is it useful or does it give better info in this. Sometimes I think that people just respond on topics for fun............................ 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pacovl46 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself That depends on how he felt about killing himself after he was airborne. A lot of times people change their mind mid-air. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post laobali Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 [A lot of times people change their mind mid-air.] Pretty difficult to get data on that, I would imagine. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
3SoiDogNight Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Wow, those Aussies are tough! I wish this guy a speedy recovery and we'd like to know what made fall in the first place. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soupdragon Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 [A lot of times people change their mind mid-air.] Pretty difficult to get data on that, I would imagine. True but many people who survive serious suicide attempts are glad they did. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cobra Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 No one falls off high balconies, innate survival instinct is too strong. Hell, I don't even go out on mine, never mind looking over the banister for the view. For whatever reason he most likely jumped, He may have thought he was in pain, but the real pain will begin soon as the morphine wears off and he begins recovery and most likely lengthly rehabilitation, assuming he in fact survives. He's going to live with pain and physical issues from this accident for the rest of his life. Regardless, wishing a full recovery. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawker9000 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Unbelievable that he survived. 'Must know how to fly. Best of luck for his recovery. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atyclb Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Just a wild far fetched theory. Google "alcoholism suicide" No lack of expats with alcohol issues. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
techboy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 What- or whoever- made him jump doesn't change the fact that just too many foreigners "jump" down of tall buildings here. Hope he'll fully recover and no problems with hospital bills etc... Congratulations!!! Only a few posts in and we get shadowy ennuendo about people jumping form buildings. However surely the primary motivation for your post was the kind desire to wish the poor fellow well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxboy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Any sensible suggestions why so many people do jump to their deaths here? I imagine excessive alcohol combined with mixed emotions over girls, who give them enormous feelings of pleasure but also equal amounts of frustration, confusion, anxiety and ultimately depression Got to think with the 'big head' here and not the 'little head' 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxboy Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself That depends on how he felt about killing himself after he was airborne. A lot of times people change their mind mid-air. I've read that too... but always wondered how they compiled their statistics? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sunshine51 Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 These selfish people have no regard for the safety of people they might land on. Outta "likes" soooo.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HappyWanderer Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) Any sensible suggestions why so many people do jump to their deaths here? I imagine excessive alcohol combined with mixed emotions over girls, who give them enormous feelings of pleasure but also equal amounts of frustration, confusion, anxiety and ultimately depression Got to think with the 'big head' here and not the 'little head' Every point you have made here, most people experience and I experience too throughout my life. But I and most people don't jump off skyscrapers Edited November 14, 2012 by HappyWanderer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooka Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself That depends on how he felt about killing himself after he was airborne. A lot of times people change their mind mid-air. How do you know that? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chooka Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Nothing to indicate that he jumped or was even pushed at this stage. Fortunately he survived and may be able to give an explanation. I am sure that the Australian police have spoken to or will speak to those he called in Australia and the thais will speak to the people he was with prior to the incident. I think the jury is still out on this one. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arkady Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself That depends on how he felt about killing himself after he was airborne. A lot of times people change their mind mid-air. How do we know that? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post soidogs Posted November 14, 2012 Popular Post Share Posted November 14, 2012 Got to be the luckiest guy in the world . . . . if it was an accident. Or the unluckiest guy in the world, if he was trying to kill himself Why would you think if he tried to commit suicide and he fail he was unlucky. You make me sick on the attitude on this, If a person is having emotional or Psychiatric problems and He /She kills them self there is no chance of help . Successful SUICIDE is final. Your humor is very sad . 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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