Popular Post rooster59 Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 Female taxi driver with an Itoh knife: Fined 1,000 baht, 30 days off - but she intends to sue for defamation! Image: Sanook A clip that went viral on Thai social media showed the moments when a 52 year old female taxi driver confronted a male pick-up driver in the Bang Kaew area of Samut Prakan with an Itoh chopping knife. She said he braked suddenly. And claimed the knife was just to do minor engine adjustments. She has been fined just 1,000 baht and given a month long suspension. But she intends to consult a lawyer about the person who posted the clip saying that SHE has been defamed and she wants justice. Both the participants in the Tuesday afternoon drama - Benjamat, the pick-up driver and Kesara, 52, the taxi driver - explained themselves at the Bang Kaew police. Benjamat said he had to brake suddenly when a car pulled in front of him. A taxi following behind him had to do likewise. Soon the taxi cut in front of him and had some choice words for him. Seeing it was a woman and not wanting trouble he decided to just drive off. But the female would not let it rest, despite the fact that she had a female passenger in the back of her cab. He said that she continued to chase him and after forcing him to stop for a second time got out with the large Itoh knife. At this point Benjamat's wife, also in the pick-up, started filming. He said he was willing to let the matter rest as no damage was done. Kesara told the cops that the pick-up driver had not needed to brake so sharply and she thought it was deliberate and got very cross. She claimed that she wouldn't have used the knife. She also claimed that she kept it handy in her cab after a mechanic advised her that she should use a metal object to give her starter motor a good hit if it played up. After hearing all this the police fined her for having a weapon in public. For her part Kesara said that she was humiliated and sworn at on social media and intends to consult a lawyer to make a case for defamation against the person who posted the clip. She said she wants justice. She was later spoken to by the Department of Land Transport who fined her 1,000 baht and suspended her license for 30 days. Source: Sanook -- © Copyright Thai Visa News 2020-06-20 - Whatever you're going through, the Samaritans are here for you - Follow Thaivisa on LINE for breaking COVID-19 updates 1 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post YetAnother Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 7 minutes ago, rooster59 said: And claimed the knife was just to do minor engine adjustments. and indeed the photo shows those intended engine adjustments, starting with the driver 4 1 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JeffersLos Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 Put the machete wielding psycho in jail for 6 months. Oh right, it's Thailand, she'll be back driving a taxi with a full taxi license in a month's time. 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldie Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 My goodness. And I have thought only guys are like that. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post smedly Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 lock her up 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post thequietman Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 45 minutes ago, rooster59 said: but she intends to sue for defamation The truth is Not a defense! Kinda stupid, isn't it, and yet, here we are. ???? 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post darksidedog Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 43 minutes ago, rooster59 said: But she intends to consult a lawyer about the person who posted the clip saying that SHE has been defamed and she wants justice. Dumb as a box of spanners! And I am talking about the defamation laws which allow her to do so, as opposed to the crazy knife wielding lunatic taxi driver herself, even though the comparison would apply equally well. 13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Peter Denis Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 If she sues the maker of the clip for defamation and goes to court, in any western country she would be in for a surprise. Almost certainly the judge would dismiss the ridiculous case, and all the costs (lawyer fees, courtroom charges, etc.) would be for her to pay, with possibly an Insult Fee on top for wasting the juridiciary's time. But this is Thailand, so not sure what would be the outcome. 5 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Justgrazing Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 1 hour ago, rooster59 said: Soon the taxi cut in front of him and had some choice words for him You talking to me .? 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post worgeordie Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 1 hour ago, rooster59 said: And claimed the knife was just to do minor engine adjustments. Every toolbox needs a bloody big knife,great for hacking off water hoses while removing an engine. regards worgeordie 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rvaviator Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 I love this place ???? ....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post toofarnorth Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 I drive around with an offensive weapon in my shorts but I wouldn't get it out and wave it around. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Traubert Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 37 minutes ago, Peter Denis said: If she sues the maker of the clip for defamation and goes to court, in any western country she would be in for a surprise. Almost certainly the judge would dismiss the ridiculous case, and all the costs (lawyer fees, courtroom charges, etc.) would be for her to pay, with possibly an Insult Fee on top for wasting the juridiciary's time. But this is Thailand, so not sure what would be the outcome. She isn't in a western country. Neither can you sue for spilling your coffee while you drive in Thailand. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post twocatsmac Posted June 20, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted June 20, 2020 23 minutes ago, toofarnorth said: I drive around with an offensive weapon in my shorts but I wouldn't get it out and wave it around. Weapons under 3 inches are legal. 1 10 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peter Denis Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 26 minutes ago, toofarnorth said: I drive around with an offensive weapon in my shorts but I wouldn't get it out and wave it around. Your older brother Peter did not had a problem with that. ???? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Rodriguez Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 2 hours ago, rooster59 said: But she intends to consult a lawyer about the person who posted the clip saying that SHE has been defamed and she wants justice. stupid laws... she did it, broke the law, but can & will sue for putting her s...y attitude online Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bender Rodriguez Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 2 hours ago, Oldie said: My goodness. And I have thought only guys are like that. you should meet my ex-wife... pulled a knife several times, with the children present ! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldie Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 9 minutes ago, Bender Rodriguez said: you should meet my ex-wife... pulled a knife several times, with the children present ! You are right. They can be aggressive. Just remembered the old lady that killed a guard with a knife not so long ago. Have to be more careful. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JusticeGB Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 The only benefit of the lockdown you weren't at risk from road rage people with knives and guns! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KKr Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 so she did not keep enough distance in the first place, got excited, and started behaving like the psycho she probably is. I'd be for Psychiatric evaluation before allowing to drive passengers or other commercial vehicles. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borzandy Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 2 hours ago, YetAnother said: and indeed the photo shows those intended engine adjustments, starting with the driver But but how a female taxi driver can protect herself? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sammieuk1 Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 Latest Department of Land Transport Posted a message stating that 30-day suspension of the driver's license, according to the media. News of the public car drivers (taxis) pink cars, registration number Tor-3248, Bangkok. Bullying behavior Showing impolite speech And showing weapons, knives in public Which affects the image of public transportation Department of Land Transport Inspect the said taxi belonging to a taxi cooperative With a driver named Ms. Ketra Don't break the image of public transportation Department of Land Transport. Is that possible ???? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kidneyw Posted June 20, 2020 Share Posted June 20, 2020 That good name of Thailand cops it again! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darksidedude Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 19 hours ago, YetAnother said: and indeed the photo shows those intended engine adjustments, starting with the driver thats the funniest <deleted> i have heard for a long time ha ha engine adjustments Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hotchilli Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 19 hours ago, rooster59 said: Female taxi driver with an Itoh knife: Fined 1,000 baht, 30 days off - but she intends to sue for defamation! Trusted Thailand... a long way to go yet !!!! 30 days and she'll be back driving people around again... amazing ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 19 hours ago, toofarnorth said: I drive around with an offensive weapon in my shorts but I wouldn't get it out and wave it around. Oh come on, i bet you do sometimes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianthainess Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 So she was tailgating, with a passenger, charge her for putting peoples life in danger, driving without due care and attention, dangerous driving and threatening behavior. with her rage she should not be employed as a driver of anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grumpy one Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 20 hours ago, Oldie said: My goodness. And I have thought only guys are like that. How do you know Sumo Girl is a woman? The headlines could have been Middle age katoey taxi driver gives good chop Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Road Warrior Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 maybe just to ensure a GOOD tip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tingtong Posted June 21, 2020 Share Posted June 21, 2020 On 6/20/2020 at 2:07 PM, twocatsmac said: Weapons under 3 inches are legal. Makes sense. My massage friend said aplenty Thais wield a "weapon" 3 inches or less ???? as for the taxi driving female: if going to the beach is 100k fine, that 1000thb clearly a joke. Small price to pay for 2 min online "fame"... A lifetime ban from taxi driving, and the passenger suing for reckless driving and endangering would be the right course to add, and would be still short of the jail deserved. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now