webfact Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Video at level crossing: Granddad didn't mind the gap but at least the amulets saved everyone Image: Thairath TRANG: -- A granddad told reporters he did not see or hear a train coming as he went round a level crossing barrier near Na Bon station, Trang on Sunday. But amulets saved the lives of all involved, he claimed. Suthin Buathip, 65, said he saw a gap so he tried to zig-zag round the barrier - the video of the incident shows that warning lights were flashing at the crossing reports Thairath. The Vigo pick-up collided with the Bangkok to Yala express that was slowing down to stop at the Na Bon station ahead and was carried many meters down the track. The vechile was virtually destroyed. Next to Suthin was his wife Kasemsuk Buathip, 58, while their grandson Thammathip, 14, was in the back. Kasemsuk was thrown from the pick-up but survived. Both granddad and grandson suffered superficial injuries. All were treated in hospital. They were on their way from their home in Sikao, Trang to visit relatives in Nakorn Sri Thammarat. The train was slowing down for the Na Bon station which was credited with helping save their lives though Suthin was sure it was the amulets worn by himself and his grandson that had saved all three of them. He said that he had seen the gap but didn't make it in time. And he said he had not heard or seen the train. After stopping while police and medics processed the scene the express continued on its way to Yala. The report did not contain any mention of possible charges that might be laid against the driver of the pick-up. Source: Thairath -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2016-10-10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pimay1 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 5 minutes ago, webfact said: the video of the incident shows that warning lights were flashing at the crossing reports Thairath. Which means absolutely nothing to many people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elgordo38 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 I find it hard to believe this guy qualified for a drivers license. Then there are I presume truck payments. Yes the amulet saved the day. Go forth and multiply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kotsak Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 No matter how bright those lights are flashing they mean absolutely nothing to these people. Throw in a mix of amulets and you get the idea.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dictater Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 There was finally a crossing barrier put in on the tracks near my house but the arms come down ten minutes before the train comes, so therefore everyone, including the police whose station is just next to it and myself ignore them and do what we always did, look up and down the tracks and proceed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chrisinth Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Don't know about the amulets, but him and his family were lucky little puppies there. I wonder what charges he is going to face? In his actions, and through his own admission not only did he endanger himself & family members but also all the passengers on that train. It really is incredible that anyone would do something like that to save a few minutes. I see motorbikes doing this all the time where I am but never vehicles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacko45k Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Idiot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gchurch259 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 I have never seen a sign at a Railroad Crossing that said "If Crossing Guard is down, look both ways and go around" !! In this life it is hard enough, and if you are stupid, it is harder !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 12 minutes ago, elgordo38 said: I find it hard to believe this guy qualified for a drivers license. Then there are I presume truck payments. Yes the amulet saved the day. Go forth and multiply. It's a frightening idea that you share the road with such completely disturbed fellows. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KhunBENQ Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 (edited) 7 minutes ago, dictater said: There was finally a crossing barrier put in on the tracks near my house but the arms come down ten minutes before the train comes, so therefore everyone, including the police whose station is just next to it and myself ignore them and do what we always did, look up and down the tracks and proceed. But this train came in seconds And I bet every human with working eyesight and ears could have noticed. Ears: well if the stereo does not blow too strong. His fortune: as most of these pros he does not know how to accelerate his vehicle. If so they could have been smashed to death (or escape ) Edited October 10, 2016 by KhunBENQ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
williamgeorgeallen Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 wonder if the amulets will save him from getting a fine from the cops. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anotheruser Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Just when you think they guy couldn't be dumber, this comes out. Amulets only save lives when nobody dies it seems. Then again you have to break eggs to make omelettes so it all balances out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giddyup Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 The incidence of sheer stupidity here is frightening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thaibeachlovers Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Why am I not surprised? I saw examples of stupidity every time I made a long journey on Thai roads. Sometimes I nearly died because of idiots driving a lethal weapon. That I didn't may be down to the amulets my wife put in the car! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
anotheruser Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 13 minutes ago, williamgeorgeallen said: wonder if the amulets will save him from getting a fine from the cops. 500 Baht should do the trick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sooo Upto Me Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 I wonder if these amulets can control their brain? Also amazing how the pick up driver behind didn t even bother to get out an help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 this guy made a deliberate effort to beat the train. karma is the only explanation that i can think of.the family had it coming Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 we all need some sort of faith. if your faith in amulets is strong perhaps some divine power is protecting you. best of luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 15 minutes ago, giddyup said: The incidence of sheer stupidity here is frightening. plus the negligence. the driver should at least see left and right to identify any approaching traffic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 29 minutes ago, anotheruser said: Just when you think they guy couldn't be dumber, this comes out. Amulets only save lives when nobody dies it seems. Then again you have to break eggs to make omelettes so it all balances out. well said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 30 minutes ago, williamgeorgeallen said: wonder if the amulets will save him from getting a fine from the cops. they well might if the belief is genuine and strong. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 33 minutes ago, KhunBENQ said: It's a frightening idea that you share the road with such completely disturbed fellows. unless he was on the phone and hence oblivious to the traffic happenings. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BlindMagician Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Can you imagine if we were visited by aliens, secretly studying us, and they observed LoS (now officially means Land of Stupidity) and all the behaviour we know and love - how confusing it must look, or at least very primitive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sahibji Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 37 minutes ago, dictater said: There was finally a crossing barrier put in on the tracks near my house but the arms come down ten minutes before the train comes, so therefore everyone, including the police whose station is just next to it and myself ignore them and do what we always did, look up and down the tracks and proceed. yes at least that basic safety measure ought to be observed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WorriedNoodle Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 1 hour ago, webfact said: But amulets saved the lives of all involved Without doubt there is more common sense in the amulets than between the ears of the guy speaking these words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
outsider Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Belongs to the same pool of stupid idiots who pull out of a U-turn right into the middle bit of the road, oblivious to the fact that an 18-wheeler is barreling towards him/her. And other idiotic deeds on the roads. Never mind, the amulets will save the day. Sounds like this guy (and other idiots like him) has just been thawed from cryopreservation since what... 1766, perhaps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jackspratt498 Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 Never fails to amaze me how many people's lives are put in danger everyday just to shave a second or two off their time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tompa Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 This idiot should be charged for causing damage to public property. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tukkytuktuk Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 The amulet might have saved his life but not his face. What an idiot! Driving through a level crossing when a train's coming. Twit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daveAustin Posted October 10, 2016 Share Posted October 10, 2016 (edited) I highly doubt any amulet aligned with the mighty Buddha would interfere with nature in saving the life of such a demented idiot. He almost killed his family. Get him behind bars, quick, or at the least house arrest so he doesn't remain in society and harm people. Edited October 10, 2016 by daveAustin Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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