PATTAYA, Thailand – A routine stroll in the Soi Nern Plub Wan area in east Pattaya turned into a harrowing experience for an elderly pedestrian who suffered severe head injuries after a direct collision with a low-hanging sign. The incident has ignited a firestorm of concerns regarding public safety in this bustling tourist hub.
Forced to abruptly alter his course to evade the poorly placed and inappropriately illuminated sign, the pedestrian’s evasive action resulted in a catastrophic head injury. The severity of the injuries, with a potential life-threatening dimension, is currently under intense investigation.
This alarming incident serves as a stark reminder of the urgent need for an uncompromising review of safety protocols governing the installation of public signage in Pattaya. Authorities find themselves under mounting pressure to not only conduct immediate inspections but also to implement essential adjustments to stave off the looming specter of similar accidents in the future.
