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New Straits Times
4 days ago
- New Straits Times
Japanese tourist arrested for driving naked through Hat Yai streets
KOTA BARU: Barely two months after 10 Malaysian tourists were fined in Hat Yai, Thailand, for illegal street racing and traffic violations, another foreigner was fined yesterday for driving naked in the popular tourist destination. The 56-year-old Japanese male tourist was apprehended after driving naked through the streets of Hat Yai about 5.30pm (Thai time). In a Facebook posting, Hat Yai Tourist Police chief Superintendent Sakdanan Kamsai said the man was arrested in a joint operation between Hat Yai Tourist Police and local police. "Several video clips and images of a man driving nude in public areas across the city drew widespread public outrage and condemnation on social media. "Following this, our investigators managed to locate the suspect. He was later identified as a 56-year-old Japanese national," he said. Upon questioning, he said the suspect admitted to being the person seen in the viral footage. Police subsequently charged him under Section 388 of the Thai Criminal Code for committing indecent acts in public, which includes exposing oneself or performing lewd behaviour in public places. He was issued a maximum fine of 5,000 baht (RM655). The tourist was then taken to the Hat Yai police station for further action. The officers also issued a stern warning, stating that such behaviour is illegal, inappropriate, and tarnishes Thailand's tourism image while offending local cultural sensitivities. The suspect acknowledged his wrongdoing and issued an apology for his actions. On May 17, 10 Malaysian tourists were fined in Hat Yai for illegal street racing and traffic violations. They were caught obstructing traffic and causing excessive noise near the Greenway Night Market. The group, aged between 21 and 25, were also cited for illegal vehicle modifications and incomplete vehicle equipment. In addition to the fines, they were required to issue a public apology.
Rakyat Post
19-05-2025
- Automotive
- Rakyat Post
10 Malaysians Fined And Received Stern Lecture From Thai Cops For Racing In Hat Yai
Subscribe to our FREE A group of 10 Malaysians were caught by the Thai police for racing modified vehicles on Kanchanawanit Road, Hat Yai on Friday night, 17 May. The group of male and female teens, aged 21 to 25, were allegedly racing illegally near the Greenway Night Market and the loud sounds disturbed the locals. Part of the group at the Kho Hong police station apologising to the locals. Image: Khaosod According to This resulted in six vehicles, among them Honda Civic Type Rs and several Mercedes Benz, getting confiscated around 11am and the group members were fined at the station. Thai authorities charged the Malaysian group with four violations: Driving in a manner that obstructs traffic Reckless driving Unauthorised vehicle modifications with non-compliant parts Incomplete required vehicle equipment The group also received a stern lecture at the station with the help of an interpreter and were made to apologise to the locals. Caught on CCTV for racing and disturbing Thai locals with loud noises. Image: Khaosod. They expressed remorse for their actions and apologised to Hat Yai locals for causing disturbances. They promised not to repeat such behaviours and bowed while giving the traditional Thai wai gesture as a sign of respect and apology. Following the aftermath, the group immediately departed for Malaysia. Police Colonel Apichat Wannako, Commander of the Kho Hong police station, reminded foreign visitors to respect Thai local traffic laws. He urged tour guides and travel operators that cater to Malaysian, Indonesian, and Singaporean tourists to ensure their clients are informed and follow Thai traffic regulations. Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Yahoo
Hat Yai residents complain about Malaysian-registered cars street racing near night market; Thai police launch probe
HAT YAI, May 17 — Residents in Hat Yai have lodged complaints over a group of modified cars with Malaysian licence plates that were seen racing and causing loud disturbances near Greenway Night Market early this morning. Khaosod English reported that six cars were spotted shortly before 1.30am driving in circles three times and blocking one side of Kanchanawanit Road. Thai police said they are working to identify the vehicles involved. They believe the cars belong to Malaysian tourists. Authorities have pledged to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
Malay Mail
17-05-2025
- Malay Mail
Hat Yai residents complain about Malaysian-registered cars street racing near night market; Thai police launch probe
HAT YAI, May 17 — Residents in Hat Yai have lodged complaints over a group of modified cars with Malaysian licence plates that were seen racing and causing loud disturbances near Greenway Night Market early this morning. Khaosod English reported that six cars were spotted shortly before 1.30am driving in circles three times and blocking one side of Kanchanawanit Road. Thai police said they are working to identify the vehicles involved. They believe the cars belong to Malaysian tourists. Authorities have pledged to take steps to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.
