BANGKOK (ANN/THE NATION) – According to police, three individuals sustained serious injuries after a collision between two speeding tuk-tuks on a Bangkok street late Monday night.
Pol Lt-Col Thiradej Sonklin, an inspector at Bang Phong Phang Police Station, stated that the accident occurred at around 10 pm on Monday on Ratchadaphisek Road in Chong Nonsi subdistrict, Yannawa district.
Residents of the area, who witnessed the event, stated that the two tuk-tuks seemed to be racing, each attempting to pass the other.
According to the witnesses, one of the tuk-tuks attempted to switch lanes while overtaking on the right, leading it to be struck by the other vehicle and flip over.
The driver of the overturned tuk-tuk, identified as 28-year-old Pichit, sustained a severe head injury, including a deep cut, and was rushed to a nearby hospital.
The driver of the other tuk-tuk and his passenger both suffered broken legs.
Thiradej said police are still investigating the reason behind the apparent race and are awaiting the results of blood alcohol tests for all three individuals.
Tuk-tuks, or auto-rickshaws, represent a distinctive means of transport in Bangkok. They are particularly favoured by international travelers because of their outdoor layout, which provides riders with an unobstructed view of the area.
Known for their manoeuvrability, they can easily navigate congested streets and narrow alleyways.
