Attacked

[Sceptict11]

Last night I was on my way home when a thug pulled me off my motorbike and began kicking me.

I was lucky in that 4-5 Thai ladies rescued me by battering my assailant with soup ladles. The ladies were quickly joined by some Thai guys who "held" the villain.

I was helped to my feet, my bike was picked up and the Police were called.

The first Policeman to arrive showed concern for me and assured me that the villain would be locked up .

Later at the Police Station I made a formal complaint which an English speaking Police Captain translated , and wrote down in Thai. I was offered coffee or water whilst making the statement.

The Police later told me the villain tested positive for drugs and that they were charging him with drug offences, attempted murder and causing damage to property.

I was also informed that four Thais who witnessed the incident have offered to provide evidence .

Thank you Thai Police and the Thai people who came to my assistance.

[Loptr]

Where did this happen?

[wym]

Wow, heart-warming indeed, much better outcome than most such stories you hear.

Kudos to you for not escalating the conflict.

[Sceptict11]

Where did this happen?

Phuket

[seajae]

mate, hope not to much damage was done and its great that the ladies and bloke helped you out, kudos to them all.

[David48]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

[Sceptict11]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

No worries !

I fully intend to do that .

Bit bruised at the moment but I will ensure that I return with thanks and flowers in a couple of days

[rct99q]

Good to hear your okay! And as a side note reaffirms the attitude of the Thai people I meet. Helpful and willing to assist, even a farang.

Take care.

[David48]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

No worries !

I fully intend to do that .

Bit bruised at the moment but I will ensure that I return with thanks and flowers in a couple of days

Great intent ... but Thais can't eat Flowers.

If they are food vendors ... maybe sample their wares and a nice tip for a thank you.

Just a thought ... well done and good luck.

[Sceptict11]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

No worries !

I fully intend to do that .

Bit bruised at the moment but I will ensure that I return with thanks and flowers in a couple of days

Great intent ... but Thais can't eat Flowers.

If they are food vendors ... maybe sample their wares and a nice tip for a thank you.

Just a thought ... well done and good luck.

I will be guided by my Thai lady wife !

She will know what is appropriate

[Costas2008]

I'm amazed that Phuket news or the Nation hasn't picked your story up.

But again, may be, I spoke to soon...........

Wish you speedy recovery.

[David48]

Great intent ... but Thais can't eat Flowers.

If they are food vendors ... maybe sample their wares and a nice tip for a thank you.

Just a thought ... well done and good luck.

I will be guided by my Thai lady wife !

She will know what is appropriate

Wise man ...

[Aussieroaming]

Glad to hear of the outcome.

[landslide]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

No worries !

I fully intend to do that .

Bit bruised at the moment but I will ensure that I return with thanks and flowers in a couple of days

Good man! The fact that there are so many good people in Thailand sometimes get lost amid the negative posts.

[jackr]

^^ Indeed, though we do tend to get it very wrong at times. Simply showing up with a wai (tips of fingers to the nose is enough) and buying from their stall is plenty.

Btw, I hope you got in a few kicks yourself...

[kikoman]

Hope you are well, Nice to hear a story about what is good about Thailand,

Good Luck

Cheers

[geriatrickid]

I'm not surprised it was Phuket. The Patong-Karon-Kata route had a bad mugging problem 2 years ago with many similar incidents.

The difference now is that the new police commander is from Issan and he's not corrupt, and is trying to make a difference.

In respect to an expression of gratitude, flowers are indeed appropriate. More importantly, it is the gesture of gratitude that will be appreciated.

I have found that Thais do take it to heart when someone expresses thanks and especially when its done in public. The smiles you will generate will be genuine and will make the effort worthwhile because you will walk away feeling good.

[Jimi007]

Where did this happen?

Phuket

Phuket is a province. It would be nice to know what specific area of Phuket it happened in.

[jacko45k]

Well done those Thai Ladies.

Not that it's required, but I hope that you return and express your gratitude.

No worries !

I fully intend to do that .

Bit bruised at the moment but I will ensure that I return with thanks and flowers in a couple of days

How about some new, premium quality, (much heavier) ladles!

[willyumiii]

Good to read such a positive post about Thailand, even if it is about a negative incident.

[oogster8]

can someone play dectective and go read the police repoort!

[Suradit69]

Wow, heart-warming indeed, much better outcome than most such stories you hear.

Kudos to you for not escalating the conflict.

"...much better outcome than most such stories you hear."

Most stories you "hear" on TV are enhanced by the negatively fertile imaginations of the bar stool experts.

There was another thread about people who had had home burglaries and most of those I read portrayed the police as being helpful and quite often able to recover whatever was stolen. Of course that flies in the face of the accepted wisdom here, so it doesn't get much interest from the moaners.

[David48]

Good to read such a positive post about Thailand, even if it is about a negative incident.

Must admit, I agree.

I'm not a 'rose-coloured glasses' guy, I just want to see a balanced argument.

The light and the dark side of Thaialnd, because, God knows ... they both exist.

[robblok]

Good to read such a positive post about Thailand, even if it is about a negative incident.

Must admit, I agree.

I'm not a 'rose-coloured glasses' guy, I just want to see a balanced argument.

The light and the dark side of Thaialnd, because, God knows ... they both exist.

Yes its quite positive something like this. (the helping not the attack)

[Africanteacher]

Where in Phuket did this happen?

[oogster8]

Where in Phuket did this happen?

id like to know too so i can go interview the poor ladies. i just smell rat shit in this post.........lol.

ps im at an internet shop. they mopping the floor every hour and noone has walked the floor except maybe 2 people. is this what poor thais do all day?

Edited January 9, 2014 by oogster8

[terryp]

i read this a a troll post ..to live on the island of Phuket and give Phuket as the place it took place is just odd..a local would more likly give the area even the soi name etc

All the Phuket police are not bad but they are all far from good

[Ulic]

Soup label wielding ladies vs. drug crazed lunatic. Could have sold tickets to that.

Glad you are OK and you had so much help.

[tonyPhuket]

Glad you are recovered quickly & treated well. And please convey my warm applause to 4 Thai ladies & police. That is how democracy should be!

[Pacificperson]

Soup ladles can be a nasty weapon. I hope that your assailant has some big lumps on his head.

Good for the ladies. i am glad that you and your wife will respond appropriately.