A shocking video has recently emerged on social media, showing two foreign tourists being violently attacked by a group of local men in Patong. The footage, which was shared by Facebook user “Pat Pkt” in the group ‘Urgent, Join Together to Help Phuket v.2,’ has sparked widespread concern and debate online.
Incident Details Captured on Video
The 52-second clip captures a disturbing scene that unfolded in front of the ‘JB Green Patong, JB Cafe’ and Abood Barber shop on Soi Saensabai. The video shows two foreign tourists being assaulted by a group of local men, though the exact reason for the altercation remains unclear.
In the video, one of the foreign men is seen attempting to leave the scene but is knocked to the ground. As he lies on the ground, he is repeatedly kicked by his attackers. The situation escalates as the attackers pick him up, and another local man restrains him. The original attacker then punches him in the head and repeatedly knees him in the stomach until he collapses again.
The second foreign tourist tries to intervene but is prevented from doing so by a local man in a black shirt, who punches him in the head. Another local man then enters the scene and strikes the second tourist in the head with an object.
Social Media Reactions and Speculation
The video has quickly garnered attention, with a range of reactions from netizens. Some comments expressed support for the attackers, while others called for more information before passing judgment. The video was captioned with the hashtag “#BANGLA PHUKET Fresh and hot 03.18,” and the user noted, “Don’t know what happened, I only recorded this much.”
Some social media users speculated about the circumstances leading to the incident, with one woman heard in the background of the video claiming she had been involved in an altercation inside a nearby shop. This has only added to the mystery surrounding the incident.
Official Response Still Pending
As of now, Patong Police have not released any official statement regarding the incident, nor have they publicly acknowledged the video. The lack of an official response has left many questions unanswered and has fueled further speculation and concern among both locals and tourists.
Conclusion
This alarming incident in Patong, captured on video and widely shared online, highlights the potential dangers that can arise in popular tourist destinations. As the video continues to circulate, many are eagerly awaiting more information from authorities to understand the full context of the attack. For now, the situation remains under scrutiny as the community calls for justice and clarity.
