reader Posted March 17 Posted March 17 From Pattaya News At 3:50 PM, on March 16th, 2024, Chalong police officers captured two New Zealand nationals who allegedly refused to pull over for a traffic offense, evaded police arrest, and were later accused of assaulting an officer who pursued them in Mueang, Phuket. According to the police report, Chalong patrol police were performing their regular duty on Chaofa East Road, in front of the Chalong police station. Two foreigners on motorbikes did not follow the traffic laws, not riding close to the left side of the road and riding at high speed in a community area, according to Chalong police. The police on duty asked for cooperation from them to stop their motorbikes. However, the two violators then allegedly attempted to flee from the police. After the police pursuit, the two foreigners were infuriated and allegedly attacked the police while having the incident recorded by the police. The situation escalated as the foreigners allegedly attempted to snatch the officers’ firearm causing the gun to fire once, nobody was injured, according to the police. The police were able to forcibly apprehend them shortly after and escorted them to Chalong police station for further legal processing. The two suspects were publicly identified as Mr. Hamish Day, a 36-year-old New Zealand national, and Mr. Oscar Mattson Day, a 38-year-old New Zealand national. They were facing harsh legal charges for conspiring to physically assault police officers and other related charges. As of press time both men remain in police custody and have not released any statements to explain the incident. dscrtsldnbi, TMax, vinapu and 1 other 4 Quote
vinapu Posted March 17 Posted March 17 were they stupid? Assault on police officer on duty and discharging his firearm ? Did not know New Zealanders are so fierce. It may be a while before they see light of the day and their last name will not help with it although fact that at least one wears helmet may be mitigating factor. dscrtsldnbi, reader and TMax 2 1 Quote
xpaulo Posted March 17 Posted March 17 56 minutes ago, vinapu said: were they stupid I see there's a guy with same name, same age in New Zealand who belongs to a MMA club there. Quote
vinapu Posted March 17 Posted March 17 6 hours ago, xpaulo said: I see there's a guy with same name, same age in New Zealand who belongs to a MMA club there. his club mates may start lawyer and prison parcel funding drive xpaulo, TMax and dscrtsldnbi 3 Quote
reader Posted March 18 Author Posted March 18 UPDATE from Pattaya News / TPN: General Surachet has informed the press that he has instructed Major General Songprod Sirisukkha, the Immigration Region 6 Commander, to cancel the visas of the two New Zealand men in question and prohibit their entry into Thailand in the future. The Chalong Police Chief, Colonel Eakkarat Plaiduang, revealed that these two individuals are currently being taken to the Phuket Provincial Court today (March 18th). The two suspects are facing charges related to robbery, assaulting or resisting an officer on duty, and driving without a valid license. Despite allegedly attempting to bribe the police to avoid further charges, their efforts were unsuccessful. Additionally, the New Zealand embassy has been notified of the situation. TPN media notes that even if the two suspect’s visas are cancelled and they are blacklisted, they would still face the court process and their legal charges under a so-called suspect visa, which only allows them to conduct court hearings and legal matters. Thai police are reportedly recommending to the court that the suspects are not granted bail, as based on their high-profile incident they would be a potential flight risk. Meanwhile, the millionaire parents of the two suspects, who are brothers, have spoken to the New Zealand press about the situation, which you can read here. In brief, they stated they were shocked by the situation, had obtained the services of a lawyer, and described the suspects as “Just two kids on vacation”, stressing that both men had families and children of their own who were deeply concerned about them. dscrtsldnbi and TMax 2 Quote
Popular Post 10tazione Posted March 18 Popular Post Posted March 18 two kids on vacation, 36 and 38 year old, can continue their vacation in bangkok hilton soon. xpaulo, dscrtsldnbi, reader and 4 others 4 3 Quote
nikba2515 Posted March 19 Posted March 19 10 hours ago, 10tazione said: two kids on vacation, 36 and 38 year old, can continue their vacation in bangkok hilton soon. Bangkok Hilton has plenty of West African, I'm sure these two soon become popular whore. TMax and dscrtsldnbi 2 Quote
dscrtsldnbi Posted March 20 Posted March 20 On 3/17/2024 at 3:18 PM, vinapu said: were they stupid? Assault on police officer on duty and discharging his firearm ? Did not know New Zealanders are so fierce. It may be a while before they see light of the day and their last name will not help with it although fact that at least one wears helmet may be mitigating factor. It sounds like they were either drunk or high (or both). Truly astonishing stupidity!! TMax and caeron 2 Quote
reader Posted March 20 Author Posted March 20 3 hours ago, dscrtsldnbi said: Truly astonishing stupidity!! +1 dscrtsldnbi and caeron 2 Quote
vinapu Posted March 20 Posted March 20 7 hours ago, dscrtsldnbi said: It sounds like they were either drunk or high (or both). Truly astonishing stupidity!! or indeed rich guys feeling entitled. In any case poor judgement on their part. dscrtsldnbi, nikba2515 and reader 3 Quote
reader Posted July 26 Author Posted July 26 From New Zealand Herald Two bothers locked up in Thailand after a roadside struggle with a police officer are now safely back in New Zealand after spending nearly four months in prison. Hamish and Mattson Day, 36 and 38, were on holiday in Phuket when they were arrested in March and charged with robbery, obstruction of police duty, physical attack against a policeman, driving without a licence and bribery. Details of what happened are scarce although a video recording of the incident, which had been edited, was shared widely across social media. The footage showed Mattson Day grappling with a police officer on the side of the road, while Hamish Day can be seen proffering the officer’s firearm. vinapu 1 Quote
khaolakguy Posted July 27 Posted July 27 They are very lucky(and rich). Significant sums must have changed hands. reader 1 Quote
vinapu Posted July 27 Posted July 27 47 minutes ago, khaolakguy said: They are very lucky(and rich). Significant sums must have changed hands. justice prevailed, (Thai version of it for the rich). If those were ordinary NZ bacpackers strangely I'm sure they would be rotting in jail for good while. reader 1 Quote
