Mook23 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Dtaai loei... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StefanBBK Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Dont think he fell asleep. My guess is he was distracted and focussed on either the radio, gps, phone, beverage, cigarette or whatever else can distract driving. RIP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenslegs Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Doesn't look like an overtaking manoeuvre to me. The pick-up was a long way behind the lorry and didn't gain any distance on it. Seems it just drifted to the right, regardless of oncoming traffic (which, due to the long left hand bend, could be seen from a long way back - just look to the left of the lorry in front of the pick-up) which to me suggests sleep or inattention. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MW72 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) Edit to say Chickenlegs just posted the same above but... Doesn't look like an overtaking move. Not close enough to the truck in front nor fast enough. Looks like his attention was focussed on something other than the road ahead and he drifted over into the oncoming traffic. Edited March 11, 2017 by MW72 Same as previous poster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ChrisY1 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 This is how they drive....not drunk...just completely stupid! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bdenner Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) Obviously distracted by something? Seems like a safe overtake of the camera vehicle but then he brakes twice for no apparent reason then drifts into the path of the truck. Yes, did the camera car do a runner? Edited March 11, 2017 by bdenner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smutcakes Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I have stopped to assist in accidents a couple of times and i always question myself whether i would again in the future. I don't worry about being blamed, but its damn dangerous with other lunatics on the road not seeing the accident in advance and hurtling through the scene. If i do stop next time i will make sure i drive considerably past the accident then walk back. If children were in my car i would definitely contemplate not stopping. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whatawonderfulday Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Obviously not enough Amulets and other crap wrapped around his rear view mirror to save him. Or else far too many and it blocked his vision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKDfella Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 What can I say that hasn't already been said! What a crazy, utterly stupid etc. waste of a life. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sawadee1947 Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 6 hours ago, DavisH said: That's what I was thinking. There was plenty of time for anyone with normal reflexes to get back into their lane. drunk? What about drugs? Or both? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Get Real Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Just another day of carnage on the Thai roads! Some things seems to be out of this world consistant! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thenewgoo Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 What a bizarre driving behaviour (but not uncommon here). He seemed to start overtaking a good 50m behind the vehicle in front and not react to the oncoming truck. It may be the angle but I suspect he was distracted/not concentrating as he was overtaking. Very sad. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artisi Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 5 hours ago, StefanBBK said: Dont think he fell asleep. My guess is he was distracted and focussed on either the radio, gps, phone, beverage, cigarette or whatever else can distract driving. RIP For some, in Thailand, just driving is a distraction. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyberfarang Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 So so so horrific. Whoever is to blame a young man has lost his life in an instant. Very tragic and sad for the family. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 9 hours ago, DavisH said: A dash cam can solve the problem of who caused it. But if you do stop to assist someone, and they die. Then that can be a problem. I think that's why a lot don't get involved too. And panic about spirits rising from the dead. They just keep away and look. The main reason Thais don't stop at accidents is they don't have any medical skills to render any assistance, they just look for a few seconds then move on!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FitnessHealthTravel Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Jacked on Red Bull and M150 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FitnessHealthTravel Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 Actually on 2nd viewing he wasn't even overtaking and definitely veered into the trucks lane. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Freeze Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 11 hours ago, wxpwzrd said: Actively braking just before he pulls the typical stupid move here? Doubt he fell asleep. Must have been faulty breaks , or the driver falling asleep think the locals . Not one would come to the conclusion, it was diabolical driving . one more " inevitable " Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balo Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 I'm guessing drugs or alcohol , he was clearly not focused and half awake? I see it every day when I'm out driving my car so nothing new here. I try to keep a distance and also try to avoid two-lane roads in Thailand because of this . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djayz Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 (edited) That's a mistake he won't make again. Edited March 11, 2017 by djayz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldlakey Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 12 hours ago, LannaGuy said: They sure do have a great belief in reincarnation I see stupid driving daily and you have to have two pairs of eyes and assume they are all stupid (which is often the case) Dont worry it wont be long before a muppet arrives and tells you you dont understand what road safety is Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldlakey Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 12 hours ago, WhizBang said: And you know this, how? I dont know what he was looking at but I have a suspicion it was not the road Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
berybert Posted March 11, 2017 Share Posted March 11, 2017 13 hours ago, Pomthai said: And it looks as though the camera car doesn't even stop, just squeezes on past the inside of the wreckage and pulls out as if to continue journey. Think I might have done the same. I have no great wish to see mangled bodies spurting blood all over the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
toofarnorth Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 The OP said accident I would think suicide is nearer the mark. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
metisdead Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 A troll post has disappeared. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artisi Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 16 hours ago, berybert said: Think I might have done the same. I have no great wish to see mangled bodies spurting blood all over the place. Neither do I, but you could save someone's life by stopping and checking the situation. It could be as simple as lifting someone chin from their chest to overcome suffocation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chainarong Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 On 3/11/2017 at 11:43 AM, wxpwzrd said: Actively braking just before he pulls the typical stupid move here? Doubt he fell asleep. There's a slight L/H curve, he just pulled out, with the truck in front he couldn't see what was coming the otherway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeldasCavern Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 Just amazingly stupid driving. I can't count how many times I've seen drivers trying to pass someone recklessly, even on blind road bends with complete disregard for safety or life... You give them keys to a car and they think they know how to drive. Most of these people should not have driving licenses, or be allowed to be on the road driving!!! Sad! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Psimbo Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 On 3/11/2017 at 11:15 AM, Pomthai said: And it looks as though the camera car doesn't even stop, just squeezes on past the inside of the wreckage and pulls out as if to continue journey. Err the sensible thing to do in a crash if possible is drive through then stop- you are then not blocking the road for emergency vehicles . The vehicle can be seen slowing as the video cuts out. What it 'looks like' is based purely on your armchair judgement- the reality appears to be somewhat different. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerard052 Posted March 12, 2017 Share Posted March 12, 2017 How can the leave those idiots behind the wheel is beyond me. The figure they own the road. I don't know how many times I avoided accidents by driving defensively. They are working hard to become # 1 in the world for road accident, keep up the good work. Freakin idiots. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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