Man dies after fainting and falling off bicycle in Phuket

A 60-year-old man tragically died early today after falling off his bicycle due to fainting while on his way to Thalang Hospital in Phuket for his regular medication.

Incident Details

Police Captain Kraisorn Boonprasop of Thalang Police was alerted to the incident at approximately 6:50 am and promptly arrived at the scene with Pol. Lt. Sin Saijit and an EMS Advance Unit from Thalang Hospital. Upon their arrival, they found Wisut Aekkachai, a resident of Moo 1, Tambon Thepkrasattri, lying unresponsive by the roadside. Despite immediate medical attention, Wisut was pronounced dead at the scene. He had abrasions under his chin and a non-life-threatening wound on his left knee.

Chronic Health Issues

Wisut’s brother, Sanya Ekachai, revealed that Wisut had been battling chronic alcoholism, which frequently caused him to faint. Each morning, Wisut would cycle to Thalang Hospital for his regular injection. The police, along with investigators and doctors from Thalang Hospital, conducted an initial post-mortem examination at the scene. Wisut’s body was subsequently transported to Thalang Hospital, where a forensic doctor from Vachira Phuket Hospital will perform a more thorough examination to ascertain the exact cause of death.

Related News: Discovery of Human Skeletal Remains

In a related incident, human skeletal remains were discovered on a beach in Phuket, triggering a police investigation. The remains, which included a pelvis and upper leg bones, are believed to belong to a male who had been deceased for more than eight weeks. Found at Laem Dinso, the bones were partially clad in black underwear branded with CK and SPORT. Documents located in nearby trousers may aid in identification.

Ongoing Investigation

Royal Thai Police and forensic teams from Vachira Phuket Hospital are examining the site and remains to determine the cause of death and the identity of the deceased. The skeletal remains are currently under examination to establish the deceased’s identity and determine the cause of death.

Conclusion

The tragic death of Wisut Aekkachai highlights the dangers of untreated chronic health issues. The discovery of skeletal remains on a beach further underscores the need for thorough forensic investigations to bring closure to such cases. Both incidents are a stark reminder of the importance of timely medical intervention and the ongoing efforts by local authorities to ensure public safety.