PHUKET – A foreign national sparked chaos in the Patong area of Phuket yesterday after being filmed walking naked in public and assaulting a police officer who attempted to intervene. The incident, which unfolded on a bustling street filled with tourists and locals, was captured in a video that quickly went viral on social media, reigniting discussions about tourist behavior and the kingdom’s visa-free entry policies.

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The disturbance began when the man, whose identity and nationality have not yet been disclosed, was seen walking unclothed along a road lined with shops and restaurants. Witnesses reported that he confronted tourists and motorists while shouting obscenities, creating a public spectacle. Attempts by other foreigners to calm him proved unsuccessful. The situation escalated when four traffic police officers arrived at the scene and attempted to detain him. A dramatic struggle ensued, during which the man allegedly strangled one of the officers.

The viral video from the Phuket Times Facebook page captured the chaotic scene vividly. A Thai motorist described intervening after seeing the man attack the policeman, while the audible laughter of a woman in the background highlighted the surreal nature of the event. The incident has drawn mixed reactions online, with some viewers reacting with amusement and others expressing serious concerns over the perceived decline in tourist quality, which they link to Thailand’s visa-exemption schemes.

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The man was eventually subdued and handcuffed by police. While the motives behind his actions remain unclear, such conduct violates Section 388 of Thailand’s Criminal Law concerning public indecency, which carries a potential fine of up to 5,000 baht. The case continues to fuel debate on social media regarding Phuket’s international image and the broader implications of visa-free travel policies.

-Thailand News (TN)