Pattaya, Thailand— A video catching a conflict in between a Thai traveler and a Korean live banner on Pattaya Beach triggered debate on social networks on July 29. The event, initially shared on the Facebook page ‘Social Hunter 2021’, revealed the live banner recording the traveler without consent. In the caption accompanying the 23-second video, the banner specified, “He didn’t wish to be shot, so I pulled him to the video camera, and he snapped. Then it wound up in the clip.” The video got substantial attention, clarifying problems including immigrants and Thai travelers at Pattaya Beach.
Authorities Colonel Tanapong Poti, Superintendent of Pattaya City Authorities, clarified the event, discussing that it was a misconception in between the 2 celebrations. The scenario intensified when the video was taped, resulting in a heated argument and ultimately a physical run-in. Pattaya Traveler Law enforcement officer moderated in between the 2 celebrations and consequently accompanied them to the Pattaya City Police Headquarters.
Throughout questioning, both the Thai traveler and the Korean banner had a chance to share their side of the story which resulted in the origin of the fight. Both people were fined 1,000 Thai Baht for participating in a public quarrel and triggering a disruption.
Relating to an associated advancement, some social networks pages wrongly reported that the fines totaled up to 1,000 USD or roughly 34,000 Thai Baht. Nevertheless, the Pattaya City Authorities clarified that the fines were certainly 1,000 Thai Baht, supplying proof to support their choice.
