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Ambulance driver arrested in north-east Thailand for being on drugs

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Tuesday, October 29, 2019 11:12

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A 30 year old ambulance driver has been taken into custody after he was found to be under the influence of narcotics while on duty.

Thai Residents reports that the man had collided with a motorbike, injuring both the driver and his pillion passenger.

The ambulance driver told police that he had turned on the vehicle’s emergency light and siren before reaching the junction where the accident took place, and claims the motorbike cut in front of him.

It’s understood the police will interview the 16 year old motorcyclist and his 15 year old passenger once they have been discharged from hospital.

SOURCE: thairesidents.com

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