Taxi driver assaulted and robbed by teens near Rangsit Station

A taxi driver was assaulted during a livestream near Rangsit Station by a group of teenagers who also stole 2,000 baht and his mobile phone. The incident sparked widespread criticism of the teenagers’ audacious behaviour.

The 55 year old taxi driver, Suchart, shared his ordeal at 3pm yesterday, August 19, with an online news outlet. He typically drives his taxi throughout the day and parks it at night. On the night of the incident, unable to sleep, he decided to visit his usual herbal alcohol shop near Rangsit Station.

Upon arrival, Suchart ordered his usual drink and remained there until closing time. He then went for a walk when a group of individuals approached him, inviting him to join them. Suchart declined their invitation, which seemed to displease them, possibly because they saw him paying for his drink.

They then demanded money from him, suggesting he pay for a room in exchange for the company of some women. After he refused again, they told him to leave, but Suchart returned to his seat.

Feeling unsafe, he started a livestream. Shortly after, more than six people, both men and women, surrounded and assaulted him. The attack happened swiftly, and he couldn’t adjust the camera in time. Suchart was knocked unconscious. When he regained consciousness, he found that 2,000 baht and his livestreaming mobile phone were missing.

“I was attacked while livestreaming. When I woke up, my money and phone were gone.”

Immediately after regaining consciousness, he reported the incident to the Pratunam Chulalongkorn Police Station. The police managed to recover his phone, though it remains unclear how they retrieved it. He then sought medical attention at Pathumvej Hospital, where doctors found multiple contusions on his body and advised him to rest for five days.

“I want the police to improve the lighting in the area. It’s a public spot frequently used by travellers. I don’t want this to happen to anyone else.”

The incident has ignited a wave of criticism on social media concerning the teenagers’ behaviour, with many calling for increased security and better lighting in public areas to prevent such occurrences in the future.

The case remains under investigation, and the police are expected to take further actions to identify and apprehend the perpetrators, reported KhaoSod.