UAE Tourist Crashes Motorbike into Patong Pharmacy
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A 24-year-old tourist from the United Arab Emirates caused a dramatic scene in Patong on the afternoon of 18 July after crashing his motorcycle through the glass front of a local pharmacy.
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A 24-year-old tourist from the United Arab Emirates caused a dramatic scene in Patong on the afternoon of 18 July after crashing his motorcycle through the glass front of a local pharmacy.
The incident occurred at approximately 15:05 at Earth Pharmacy, located in the heart of the bustling resort town. CCTV footage, later shared by the Newshawk Phuket Facebook page, captured the moment the motorbike suddenly surged forward while the rider was revving the engine, shattering the storefront and startling those nearby.
A pharmacist on duty at the time said the man had been outside the shop with an Arab woman when the incident took place. “He was revving the bike quite aggressively, and then, without warning, it shot forward straight through the glass,” she recounted. “The woman immediately contacted the police.”
Fortunately, no one inside the shop was injured, though the crash caused significant damage to the premises and shocked both staff and onlookers. The tourist, whose name was not disclosed, was treated at the scene for cuts from the glass, but didn’t want hospital treatment.
Police responded swiftly to the scene and are investigating the incident. It remains unclear whether the tourist will face charges, but will be held liable for the cost of all repairs and damages.
Adapted by Asean Now from Khaosod 2025-07-19
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