British man injured in Nongprue prompts emergency response
A British man was found injured near Nong Yai Railway Road in Nongprue, Bang Lamung, prompting emergency responders to arrive at the scene.
The incident unfolded when locals noticed the approximately 40 year old man, who was shirtless and only wearing socks, with noticeable scratch wounds on his body. He appeared agitated and was shouting but unable to communicate effectively with those around him.
Witnesses reported that the man wandered into a local grocery store owned by 24 year old Chinnakorn Khantoe. Chinnakorn, while unable to understand the man, noticed his distressed condition and offered him some water.
Despite attempts to communicate, the language barrier proved challenging. Concerned for the man’s wellbeing, Chinnakorn decided to alert emergency services.
“He seemed very troubled and I couldn’t understand what he was saying. I thought it was best to call for help.”
Upon the arrival of emergency responders, the British man, who had initially walked away upon noticing the police, was taken to a local hospital. The responders aimed to assess his condition and provide necessary medical assistance, reported The Pattaya News.
In related news, a British woman sustained injuries from a boat propeller while diving near Island 7 on the Similan Islands.
The accident took place during a tour organised by Siam Adventure World, according to a report from the Royal Thai Navy Third Area Command based at Cape Panwa. The incident, which occurred on October 15, was brought to the attention of the Navy’s Marine Security Unit by a tour guide aboard the boat, Saracha.
The injured tourist, identified as 30 year old Louise Imee Bacchetta, suffered a wound 5 centimetres long and 2 centimetres deep to her right heel. Navy officers promptly administered first aid, stopping the bleeding, providing painkillers, and covering the wound, said an RTN spokesperson.
“The injured tourist was given first aid by our officers before being transported back to the tour boat for further medical treatment.”
