Phuket death bungee ordered closed indefinitely
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Phuket death bungee ordered closed indefinitely

PHUKET: -- The World Bungee Jump where a Kuwaiti tourist died on Wednesday (May 27) has been ordered closed until further notice.

The order came from Patong Mayor, Chalermluk Kebsap, following an inspection of the bungee jump site yesterday (May 28).

She has also ordered officials to inspect all equipment at the facility and ensure that the facility meets new laws and regulations on bungee jumps which will come into force in June.

At 2pm yesterday, Kathu District Chief, Sayan Chanachaiyawong and Ms Chalermluk inspected the bungee site on Sainamyen Rd in Patong following the death of 25-year-old Abdullah Adel Kadhbahman who on Wednesday fell from the bungee jump and later died at Patong Hospital.

It is believed that Mr Kadhmbahman died because the bungee cord ropes attached to his ankle either slipped off or broke whilst he was rebounding from his jump, causing him to fall and hit the ground surrounding a lake where the jump is located. (See story here)

A man reported to be the owner of World Bungee Jump, Weenas Janwibolkul, took officials around the facility and also showed them the place where Mr Kadhbahman hit the ground.

He told officials that he did not witness the incident but felt very sorry for the victim and his family.

“We will take full responsibility. We have taken care of all medical expenses and are waiting to hear from the victim’s family to see what else we can do.

“We have been open for 13 years and this is the first time we have had to deal with a fatal accident. “We have had some small accidents previously which have resulted in minor injuries. But safety is our priority here, and before each jump we check all equipment for safety,” he said.

A member of staff who witnessed the incident, Manu Nilmin, said that before each jump staff always check the equipment. He also said that the equipment is replaced every three to four months.

“The incident happened when the victim plunged the second time. He was at a height of about 30 metres when the ankle straps came off. We don’t know how it happened,” said Mr Manu.

Kathu district chief Mr Sayan said that everybody is sorry for the family of the deceased.

However, he added that there are currently no laws or regulations covering bungee jumps and that building regulations have been used as a guide for setting up bungee jumps which fall under the jurisdiction of the local tambon. That will change when the new regulations come into force in June.

Meanwhile, the Mayor of Kathu, Chaianan Sutthikul, has denied rumours that he is the real owner of the bungee jump. After the accident people were seen at the bungee facility wearing T-shirts with his name on them. He said they were employees of the Sainamyen Boxing Stadium, which is next door.

Source: http://www.thephuketnews.com/phuket-death-bungee-ordered-closed-indefinitely-52532.php


-- Phuket News 2015-05-29

Well till next week.

regards Worgeordie

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Police and other officials are trying to determine the cause, they simply don't know yet. That is why the journo wrote "It is believed that Mr Kadhmbahman died because the bungee cord ropes attached to his ankle either slipped off or broke whilst he was rebounding from his jump".

So you think it is non news that this bungee jump operation is closed? Because that is what this article is about, not the cause of the accident.

"Meanwhile, the Mayor of Kathu, Chaianan Sutthikul, has denied rumours that he is the real owner of the bungee jump. After the accident people were seen at the bungee facility wearing T-shirts with his name on them"

Sure , he is not the owner and is 100% innocent , let's all believe that .

And it should stay closed forever. But hey - this is Thailand and money has the final say.

What about the part where he was taken to the hospital saying he had collapsed as reported in the original article? Is the attempted cover up being investigated?

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Police and other officials are trying to determine the cause, they simply don't know yet. That is why the journo wrote "It is believed that Mr Kadhmbahman died because the bungee cord ropes attached to his ankle either slipped off or broke whilst he was rebounding from his jump".

So you think it is non news that this bungee jump operation is closed? Because that is what this article is about, not the cause of the accident.

With all due respect, if something "broke" that should be fairly obvious to see ... if there was no "damage", then it's possible it "slipped off".

Interesting to note that the UK is reporting this as the wire "breaking" ... http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3100476/Tourist-suffers-fatal-broken-neck-ankle-bonds-snap-bungee-jumps-60-metre-platform-holiday-Phuket.html

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Police and other officials are trying to determine the cause, they simply don't know yet. That is why the journo wrote "It is believed that Mr Kadhmbahman died because the bungee cord ropes attached to his ankle either slipped off or broke whilst he was rebounding from his jump".

So you think it is non news that this bungee jump operation is closed? Because that is what this article is about, not the cause of the accident.

With all due respect, if something "broke" that should be fairly obvious to see ... if there was no "damage", then it's possible it "slipped off".

Interesting to note that the UK is reporting this as the wire "breaking" ... http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3100476/Tourist-suffers-fatal-broken-neck-ankle-bonds-snap-bungee-jumps-60-metre-platform-holiday-Phuket.html

I think it is better to wait for the results of the investigation, otherwise Thai Visa readers would be complaining that the story has changed.

The first reports stated a wire broke, that has since changed to 'it broke or came otherwise off'. So sounds like the Daily Mail simply used the first story and stopped their enquiries into the accident at that.

What about criminal charges against the operator of this bungee? Manslaughter, gross negligence?

Probably just a slap on the wrist and a small fine.

This guy will be working as a tuk tuk driver next week.

I love adventurous things like bungy jumping, but there ain't no way I would do it in Thailand !

And it should stay closed forever. But hey - this is Thailand and money has the final say.

I agree but that is not what they are saying. There is a big difference between indefinitely and permanently!!!

We have taken care of all medical expenses

Errr ... He's dead Jim.

....and what is the punishment for operating an illegal business.......and causing death....

...nothing....???

even "bungy" see pic, they cannot spell correctly

or was that the trick in the game, so they cannot be accountable

Their is no insurance for some homemade bungee jumping as no insurance is that stupid to issue a policy to those kind of fly by night operations.

The only one of which I know have insurance is Flight of the Gibbon and some ZipLine operators.

Bungee jumping has no insurance but if the Kuwaiti would have bought a Travel Insurance or lets hope he book his flight on a credit card he might be covered.

Today I read about another Gang Rape, where the assailants if under 18 will be "let off"

A country where school girls are sexually assaulted and gang raped "cos they were pretty"

And this story of the uninsured.

Not to mention the cover ups in case mummy and daddy find out
(so you will lose your/their pocket money...)

Its TIME Thailand GREW UP!

Yes be relaxed, be Buddhist, be easy going BUT within the law of civilised adults...

(If they don't want that then the law of Peter Pan - Right & Wrong!
its way better than the present system!!)

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Besides the writer, you can also blame his editors for allowing such complete crap reporting into the paper. It shows you the Phuket News is not a serious journalistic endeavor. I've seen better school newspapers.

No insurance? Really?

When the law says they must?

Ive got a pic of me dangling from that thing.

Terrible accident. R.I.P but let's wait for some actual facts?

dont asked such difficult questions !!

How a thai can find out if the bands broke or slipped off !!

How you could see this ?? you have only 2 eyes !!

( and the bunge strips used were taken of by the major already a day before he

visited the site official with press invited of cause !

And he just owns the neighbouring box stadion !

Is ame a tax evasion business - without any law !!

That is 3rd world !!

Jungle country !!

no insurance !!

No rpoblem strip him off down until his underware,

and also hiss secret boss !!

and for not pay any penalties and insurances,

put him in Jail for 10 years !!

otherwise thais will never learn,

But sure he will get 500,- thb fine for not fencing the facility !!

and put a sign _ "" dont jump in your Death !!!

Today I read about another Gang Rape, where the assailants if under 18 will be "let off"

A country where school girls are sexually assaulted and gang raped "cos they were pretty"

And this story of the uninsured.

Not to mention the cover ups in case mummy and daddy find out

(so you will lose your/their pocket money...)

Its TIME Thailand GREW UP!

Yes be relaxed, be Buddhist, be easy going BUT within the law of civilised adults...

(If they don't want that then the law of Peter Pan - Right & Wrong!

its way better than the present system!!)

My girl is 5 years old !

And we fear to leave her any single minute not attended by any family memeber !

In thailand you even can't trust any far relativ, taxi driver or schoolbus driver !!

In africa, such rape would be punished immediately by stoning or burning the raper instantly !!

Hope this will get in law in thailand soon too !!

Their is no insurance for some homemade bungee jumping as no insurance is that stupid to issue a policy to those kind of fly by night operations.

The only one of which I know have insurance is Flight of the Gibbon and some ZipLine operators.

Bungee jumping has no insurance but if the Kuwaiti would have bought a Travel Insurance or lets hope he book his flight on a credit card he might be covered.

I guess, he will not worrie any more if there is an insurance covery or not !

R.I.P. !!

as muslim, he must be graved within the sun rise after death -

so no transport to Kuwait needed !!

next potato field is ok ;

We have taken care of all medical expenses

Errr ... He's dead Jim.

Exactly the quote that got me. . . . . . We've paid the hospital for watching him die. Nice stuff. That was while the police were "rushing" to the hospital, to view the dead body. Monty Python where are you? come to Thailand for material.

That's why they're smiling. Got a good sense of humour.

Their is no insurance for some homemade bungee jumping as no insurance is that stupid to issue a policy to those kind of fly by night operations.

The only one of which I know have insurance is Flight of the Gibbon and some ZipLine operators.

Bungee jumping has no insurance but if the Kuwaiti would have bought a Travel Insurance or lets hope he book his flight on a credit card he might be covered.

Sure that will make his day!!

It would be such a simple thing to look at the line, and determine if it broke.

My thoughts are that it must have broke....dry rotted maybe.

They said no insurance if that is true then it is the local administration that is at real fault, if insurance was compulsory which it should have been an insurance certificate should have been registered before it was allowed to operate. So it is possible that the town official is the owner, if you know what I mean.

Usual conflicting story.

Did the line break ? or did the line slip from his ankles ?

All written in 1 story. Who writes this nonsense ? Does the author know what he is writing ?

This is an insult to be fed this non-news.

Police and other officials are trying to determine the cause, they simply don't know yet. That is why the journo wrote "It is believed that Mr Kadhmbahman died because the bungee cord ropes attached to his ankle either slipped off or broke whilst he was rebounding from his jump".

So you think it is non news that this bungee jump operation is closed? Because that is what this article is about, not the cause of the accident.

With all due respect, if something "broke" that should be fairly obvious to see ... if there was no "damage", then it's possible it "slipped off".

Interesting to note that the UK is reporting this as the wire "breaking" ... http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3100476/Tourist-suffers-fatal-broken-neck-ankle-bonds-snap-bungee-jumps-60-metre-platform-holiday-Phuket.html

I think it is better to wait for the results of the investigation, otherwise Thai Visa readers would be complaining that the story has changed.

The first reports stated a wire broke, that has since changed to 'it broke or came otherwise off'. So sounds like the Daily Mail simply used the first story and stopped their enquiries into the accident at that.

Maybe that is why the Daily Mail on line is blocked here in Thailand.