webfact Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 Driver in Chiang Mai, Smashes Three Cars and Eight Motorbikes before Crashing into a Retail StoreCHIANG MAI – Several people were injured when 74 year old Somnuek Saritnet smashed into three cars, eight motorbikes and a retail store in Chiang Mai.Police said Mr.Somnuek Saritnet, suffered a seizure behind the wheel and pressed down on the accelerator uncontrollably, causing the pileup in Muang District Tuesday afternoon.Mr Somnuek had been driving his Chevrolet along Sanam Keela road in tambon Chang Phuak when he suffered the seizure. He lost control of the vehicle and ploughed through the cars and motorbikes before ramming a shop selling construction materials.Full story: http://www.chiangraitimes.com/driver-in-chiang-mai-smashes-three-cars-and-eight-motorbikes-before-crashing-into-a-retail-store.html-- CHIANGRAI TIMES 2015-10-22 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
puukao Posted October 21, 2015 Share Posted October 21, 2015 If I hear about job losses, it's a recession If I lose my job, it's a depression If i read about car crashes, I feel bad for 10-seconds, maybe 20 If I get hit..........it could be a life changer Be careful out there.....this place is getting CRAZY.... high season to start in 10, 9, ....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Suchitra, his 72-year-old wife and passenger, said her husband had suffered from a bone and muscular illness and occasionally had fits. No reason to stop and reconsider if he should be driving then ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
godden Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 It's a lot better than saying the brakes failed, bet we see it used again and again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leither69 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 At least he didn't run away from the scene Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CMKiwi Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 With these seizures he'd possible end up running around in circles if he tried.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kotsak Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Went to renew my 5-year driving licenses yesterday in BKK. Saw a woman (in her 50s) failing the brake reaction test 3 times out of 4. Not sure if they failed her or not. Bloody scary thinking such people may be allowed to drive. TIT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwikeith Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The guy had a heart attack (seizure) so not his fault, happens in every country now and again even after medical certificates required after certain age. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
springheeled jack Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I think the powers that be need a good shaking up granting a driving licence to a person subject to fits is like giving someone a licence to kill I have no doubt there are a lot of people with medical problems still driving who should not be on the roads. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LivinLOS Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Fact is who can tell 'pii' anyone they cant do something ?? The entire culture of automatic respect and seniority, built into the core of the language and thought patterns, over rules this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 At least he didn't run away from the scene He was to old to run and more than likely injured to some degree. If he consulted a doctor the doctor should have notified the department of transport and they should have lifted his license to drive. They if anybody should face legal action. Then the Gemini in me kicked in and said "never happen" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The guy had a heart attack (seizure) so not his fault, happens in every country now and again even after medical certificates required after certain age. A seizure is not the same as a heart attack. You should google "seizure" then google "myocardial infarction". He had a history of fits. He should not have a driving license. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryBird Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 The guy had a heart attack (seizure) so not his fault, happens in every country now and again even after medical certificates required after certain age. Congratulations on being the first one in the 'happens everywhere' camp. Frequencies and rates don't matter, right? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryBird Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 On the bright side, it looks like Buddha was looking after him as no one was seriously injured. This could have been a lot worse. Expect to see him back on the road next week, though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tywais Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Also images on CM108 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryBird Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I wonder if the family thinks that his seizures are a valid excuse.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace of Pop Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Some have a Lifetime Licence, remember that fact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Some have a Lifetime Licence, remember that fact. Does Thai law allow you to drive if you know you have a condition that can render you almost instantly unable to control yourself or the vehicle? If it does, oh dear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ace of Pop Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Oh Dear indeed he's a result Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 (edited) Oh Dear indeed he's a result That doesn't answer the question. Ah OK, they are "thinking about it"..... BANGKOK, 13 June 2014 (NNT) – The Medical Council of Thailand has entered into discussion with the Land Transport Department to find measures to address epileptic drivers, after Wednesday's tragic accident which killed 4 young students.According to Dr. Samphan Khomrit, Medical Council of Thailand secretary-general, epilepsy seizure is unpredictable, and will occur without the patient knowing. On Wednesday, a school director in Nong Bua Lamphu experienced such an episode of epileptic seizure while driving in front of the school in the morning. No longer having control over the vehicle, he rammed his SUV into several young students, killing 4 students and injuring 11 others. Dr. Samphan said the Medical Council and the Land Transport Department were determining practical regulations on driver who have epilepsy, heart disease, diabetes and brain illnesses, in order to benefit the safety of the public. Edited October 22, 2015 by Chicog Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NCC1701A Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 minor injuries? look at the second camera angle as the guy Buddha does not like hits the pavement. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaeJoMTB Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 I'm surprised nobody was killed, the speed the car was going at. That was really nasty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweatalot Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Some have a Lifetime Licence, remember that fact. Does Thai law allow you to drive if you know you have a condition that can render you almost instantly unable to control yourself or the vehicle? If it does, oh dear. Do you think it makes a difference if the law allows or don't? (in Thailand) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chicog Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 To some people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mapguy Posted October 22, 2015 Share Posted October 22, 2015 Such chitchat !!! Take the srory at first reading: an old guy lost control of a car for vulnerabilities of age or infirmity. Happens in many, many places! Poor guy. Poor people he hit! Otherwise, give it a rest! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berkshire Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 The guy had a heart attack (seizure) so not his fault, happens in every country now and again even after medical certificates required after certain age. Congratulations on being the first one in the 'happens everywhere' camp. Frequencies and rates don't matter, right? It's necessary to remind people because there are too many idiot farangs who think that this sort of thing only happens in Thailand. As far as frequency, are you suggesting that drivers suffer seizures and kill people on a regular basis? Seriously? I rest my case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryBird Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 Thanks for resting your case. The fact that you somehow think it isn't the drivers fault after having a history of seizures shows how analytical of a thinker you are. I am glad we disagree. Thailand, 2nd deadliest roads in the world... Happens everywhere though!!! http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/864540-thailands-roads-second-deadliest-in-the-world-world-health-organization/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LarryBird Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 And to further add, for the happens everywhere folks, I have to ask... Why bother reporting the news? Why go trough the hassle of collecting data and reporting statistics? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Berkshire Posted October 25, 2015 Share Posted October 25, 2015 And to further add, for the happens everywhere folks, I have to ask... Why bother reporting the news? Why go trough the hassle of collecting data and reporting statistics? Senseless vehicular deaths happen all the time all over the world.... http://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/865406-three-dead-and-dozens-injured-in-oklahoma-parade-horror-crash/ But there is no need to turn such a tragedy into an American or Thai-bashing spectacle. That's the point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HaleySabai Posted October 26, 2015 Share Posted October 26, 2015 On the bright side, it looks like Buddha was looking after him as no one was seriously injured. This could have been a lot worse. Expect to see him back on the road next week, though. ..what are you joking, look at the video,man! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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