Lite Beer Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Irish teacher dies after motorbike crash in PhuketPhuket Gazette - Denis Bates, 30, died from intracerebral hemorrhaging. Photo: Facebook PHUKET: An Irish teacher at Baan Maireab School in Phuket died today from head injuries sustained in a motorbike accident last night.Read More: http://www.phuketgazette.net/phuket-news/Irish-teacher-dies-motorbike-crash-Phuket/29635 -- Phuket Gazette 2014-05-31 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casualbiker Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 R.I.P Another reminder to wear a helmet when riding! Sent from my XT1032 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
noahvail Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 R.I.P., condolences to family, friends, and students. But "...no records were kept of the accident." <deleted>?!?! Why not? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Just1Voice Posted May 31, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2014 Call me cynical and callous, but I have little sympathy for idiots who SHOULD know better, who are dumb enough to get on a motorbike without a helmet. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strangebrew Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CiaranO Posted May 31, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2014 Call me cynical and callous, but I have little sympathy for idiots who SHOULD know better, who are dumb enough to get on a motorbike without a helmet. Sorry where does it say he was not wearing a helmet ? Another publication that dare not be said has said he was wearing one. Get your facts right before you spout out such drivel. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post LivinginKata Posted May 31, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet Show me the evidence that he was not wearing a helmet. No news report claims he was not wearing a helmet. 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunder26 Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP. I hate this kind of news, especially after loosing one of my friends in similar circumstances. I also believe that he didn't wear a helmet judging from the article where it was stated that he succumbed from head injuries. It's not rocket science to assume that he didn't wear a helmet. RIP. And I implore the others not to ride under influence and without a helmet! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thunder26 Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Call me cynical and callous, but I have little sympathy for idiots who SHOULD know better, who are dumb enough to get on a motorbike without a helmet. Sorry where does it say he was not wearing a helmet ? Another publication that dare not be said has said he was wearing one. Get your facts right before you spout out such drivel. Sent from my iPhone using Thaivisa Connect Thailand Which publication? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
332 Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP. Not sure of the media going through a dead person's facebook to find a photo to go with their story though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Old Croc Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 (edited) The other news blog reported his helmet was dislodged when he hit a tree. The accident happened at 11.30. Speeding home to beat the curfew? Edited May 31, 2014 by Old Croc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MMarlow Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 R.I.P., condolences to family, friends, and students. But "...no records were kept of the accident." <deleted>?!?! Why not? Because the police weren't in attendance and the rescue workers job is only to get the injured to hospital, not to conduct an accident investigation? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JesseFrank Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet Show me the evidence that he was not wearing a helmet. No news report claims he was not wearing a helmet. going from Old Croc's post he was wearing a " helmet " . I know those " things" they sell at 150 Baht everywhere and which are used by 99% of bike riders foreign and Thai are called helmets, and are accepted by Thai law, and are as effective as a colander with a string. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post blowin Posted May 31, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted May 31, 2014 RIP..Denis. I am reading this in Ireland as I am sure his family are. To the keyboard warriors and detectives you should be ashamed of yourselfs. I always say to these people I hope tragedy like this does not come calling to their doors but than prob. these people with sad lonely life's don't have anyone but themselves and maybe a bottle Lao Khao for company. 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bubblegum Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Sorry to hear this. Didn't know there was a school in Phuket that teaches Irish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chao Lao Beach Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 What a tragic end to his life. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FireMedic Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Frankly speaking, it is very easy to suffer severe head injuries even with a helmet on. They only stated the most obvious injury and should wait until a thorough autopsy is done before guessing the cause of death. He could have had any of the multiple injuries that causes death. There are many factors to consider, speed, alcohol, type of helmet, what he hit, etc....No article stated any of those factors since there wasn't a proper investigation (surprise, surprise) done. I feel bad for his family and I feel bad he died in a shithole hospital by himself. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post rebelplatoon Posted June 1, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted June 1, 2014 Sad stuff. Condolences to family and friends. Stop the drivel about helmets and such. A 30 year old guy, in the blossom of his life has died. Very sad. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grumpyoldman Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Sad stuff. Condolences to family and friends. Stop the drivel about helmets and such. A 30 year old guy, in the blossom of his life has died. Very sad. + 1 well said 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NamKangMan Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 (edited) A sad story - only 30 years old. I wonder if he would have got a baht bus or taxi home, should they ever exist on Phuket, thus still being alive today. Of corse, the lack of these public transport options have nothing to do with the road deaths on this island, right? Edited June 1, 2014 by NamKangMan 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bignose Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Another meaningless and tragic death, condolences and commiserations to his family and friends. As previously stated by another poster please practice restraint with your opinions, if not probable it is possible that his family may well access TV for details, please spare a thought for their feelings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrissables Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 R.I.P Another reminder to wear a helmet when riding! Sent from my XT1032 using Thaivisa Connect Thailand mobile app Where does it say he was not wearing a helmet? And if he was it would show posts such as your are based on no knowledge what so ever of how much a helmet really helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post chrissables Posted June 1, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted June 1, 2014 Call me cynical and callous, but I have little sympathy for idiots who SHOULD know better, who are dumb enough to get on a motorbike without a helmet. If a bus runs over you a helmet would help? How about finding the cause of the accident before posting stupid dumb remarks such as yours! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
samjaidee Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 In July 204 I had a motorbike accident on Koh Samui. I was unconscious for 24 hours after the accident. A hole was drilled in my skull to relieve the pressure on my brain. I WAS WEARING A HELMET. Luckily, apart from a metal plate and 4 screws in my wrist thee was no lasting damage. RIP Denis. Condolences to family and friends. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joshstiles Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 <script type='text/javascript'>window.mod_pagespeed_start = Number(new Date());</script> Call me cynical and callous, but I have little sympathy for idiots who SHOULD know better, who are dumb enough to get on a motorbike without a helmet. I totally agree with you....i hope sheryl doesn't pull your post for being cynical and callous 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deecee10 Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I get tired of the assumption that 'died of head injuries' means that the victim was not wearing a helmet. Of course wearing a helmet is better than not wearing one. However any assumption that a helmet affords strong protection when a rider comes off at speed is a fallacy. It's better than nothing but not an automatic lifesaver. Sadly, plenty of riders have been killed wearing helmets. None-the-less, it's a sad story. R.I.P. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post oldsailor35 Posted June 1, 2014 Popular Post Share Posted June 1, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet Show me the evidence that he was not wearing a helmet. No news report claims he was not wearing a helmet. going from Old Croc's post he was wearing a " helmet " . I know those " things" they sell at 150 Baht everywhere and which are used by 99% of bike riders foreign and Thai are called helmets, and are accepted by Thai law, and are as effective as a colander with a string. I beg to differ! I never go on my scooter with out first putting my helmet on. This friday, my common sense paid off. I was knocked off my scooter by a Thai doing a 'U' turn , no broken bones, but my head hit the road with a resounding 'bang' no head injury, but i am positive that had i no helmet on,i would be in a very bad way right now if still alive. In my opinion, anyone not wearing a helmet or saying that it is a waste of time, are Idiots. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldsailor35 Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet Show me the evidence that he was not wearing a helmet. No news report claims he was not wearing a helmet. going from Old Croc's post he was wearing a " helmet " . I know those " things" they sell at 150 Baht everywhere and which are used by 99% of bike riders foreign and Thai are called helmets, and are accepted by Thai law, and are as effective as a colander with a string. Don't know how long ago you looked at Helmet prices, but mine cost Bht 800 last year and is full faced with visor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrissables Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 RIP and People unless your Portugese wear a DAMN helmet Show me the evidence that he was not wearing a helmet. No news report claims he was not wearing a helmet. going from Old Croc's post he was wearing a " helmet " . I know those " things" they sell at 150 Baht everywhere and which are used by 99% of bike riders foreign and Thai are called helmets, and are accepted by Thai law, and are as effective as a colander with a string. I beg to differ! I never go on my scooter with out first putting my helmet on. This friday, my common sense paid off. I was knocked off my scooter by a Thai doing a 'U' turn , no broken bones, but my head hit the road with a resounding 'bang' no head injury, but i am positive that had i no helmet on,i would be in a very bad way right now if still alive. In my opinion, anyone not wearing a helmet or saying that it is a waste of time, are Idiots. Actually if the driver had not hit you, you would not need a helmet. If people concentrated on stopping the causes the country would be far better! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldsailor35 Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 RIP. I hate this kind of news, especially after loosing one of my friends in similar circumstances. I also believe that he didn't wear a helmet judging from the article where it was stated that he succumbed from head injuries. It's not rocket science to assume that he didn't wear a helmet. RIP. And I implore the others not to ride under influence and without a helmet! I'm assuming you're not a teacher? Helmets can become dislodged if not correctly fastened, so he might have been wearing one without the strap secured. I see this quite a lot. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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