PATTAYA, Thailand— Stress appeared in between motorcycle taxi riders and a cabby near the North Pattaya bus station on March 10, as illustrated in a video acquired by press reporters on March 12. The video reveals motorcycle taxi riders, recognized by their orange vests, attacking the cab driver while his guests viewed. The dispute intensified when the cab driver safeguarded himself with a golf club, and among the motorcycle taxi riders struck him with a broomstick.
The intention behind the attack appears connected to issues about the motorcycle taxi riders’ service being impacted by the taxi’s existence. Mag and Pop, 2 motorcycle cabby included, discussed that they saw a Bangkok taxi getting guests at their designated stand. Mag declared he asked the cab driver to prevent taking guests from their location, however stress increased when the cab driver insulted them, declaring previous authorities status.
Pop confessed utilizing a broomstick however asserted it was to secure his pal. Regardless of the fight, no injuries or main reports were submitted with the authorities. Both Mag and Pop highlighted the motorcycle taxi riders’ everyday incomes of about 300 baht, mostly due to app-based transport services. They prompted taxis from other locations to abide by guidelines, stressing serene coexistence amongst transport modes.
