Early on 30 March 2026, a violent altercation outside the Esan Artist bar on Pattaya Third Road, Chonburi, left one man injured and a security guard stabbed. Police and rescue teams responded after reports of a brawl, finding one man, 34-year-old Witwat, with head and body injuries lying in a parking area. He was given first aid and taken to hospital. Get today's headlines by email The incident began when Witwat and a companion, both intoxicated, were asked to leave the bar after the companion vomited inside. The bar’s rules required a 500-baht fee for cleaning, and security personnel escorted them out. Witnesses reported that the pair later returned on a motorcycle, threw bottles at the venue, and confronted staff. During the altercation, 41-year-old security guard Pornnimit, known as “Som,” was stabbed in the abdomen. He managed to travel to hospital using a motorbike taxi before authorities arrived. Police recovered a knife at the scene along with a red Honda Wave 125 motorcycle, registration from Bangkok, used by the suspects. Picture courtesy of SiamChon Singer Chaiyachana, 29, confirmed the attackers had been asked to leave due to heavy intoxication. The security team had previously separated them from other patrons after prior disturbances. Bar staff said the suspects had threatened to return and later came back to throw bottles, sparking the violent confrontation. Motorbike taxi driver Anucha, 37, assisted in transporting the stabbed guard and witnessed the suspects throwing bottles and causing chaos. Police are reviewing CCTV footage and conducting witness interviews to gather evidence. Witwat stated he did not use the knife, while his intoxicated companion was unable to provide a statement. Authorities are continuing investigations and are expected to press charges against those involved. Police aim to ensure all parties receive due process while determining the full sequence of events leading to the injuries. AQM8qHjgjW9NxEtL-Xn_oXA3tGSdLk55dcna8Y2Dlo_sDflkZr9iRzDHOdoK1oFp4MlPWXr-eFH36qYjZE9qeTPkcZAbTCQsy4T7809qpw.mp4 Join the discussion? Already a member? Adapted by ASEAN Now SiamChon 31 Mar 2026
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