A Mercedes-Benz driver crashed into eight vehicles on the road in the Wang Thong Lang district of Bangkok at about 5pm yesterday, June 29, claiming he lost control over himself after an argument with wife.
Several images and videos of the scene were shared on Thai social media yesterday. One of the videos, shared by a Facebook user, Nannicha Sathaworn, showed a brandnew Mercedes-Benz colliding with the rear of an SUV before continuing to push it forward.
After the initial impact, the driver did not stop. The Mercedes-Benz continued to push the SUV along the road, prompting the SUV driver to exit and check the situation.
The Mercedes-Benz then moved forward again, frightening the driver and nearby witnesses. The SUV driver returned to the vehicle as the Mercedes-Benz accelerated and struck additional vehicles ahead.
According to witness, a 36 year old delivery rider Ridwan, a total of eight vehicles were involved in the crash. Ridwan told Channel 7 that two people sustained minor injuries. Officers from Wang Thong Lang Police Station were called to the scene.
While waiting for police, Ridwan said he spoke with the Mercedes-Benz driver, described as a man aged about 30. He appeared distressed, shaking and crying. The driver reportedly said he had argued with his wife by phone and became overwhelmed, which led to the crash.
Police later arrived at the scene and accompanied the Mercedes-Benz driver to a police station. The vehicles involved were taken to the police station as part of the investigation.
Officers conducted an alcohol test, which returned a negative result. Officers also reported no record of mental health treatment linked to the driver.
The driver claimed that the crash was caused by distress from an argument with his wife. He promised to compensate those affected.
According to Channel 7, police have charged the driver with reckless driving causing injury and property damage. The offence carries a penalty of up to one month in prison, a fine of up to 10,000 baht, or both under Thai law.
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