Phuket Marine Accident Claims Life of Chinese Tourist

A tragic jet-ski collision at Patong Beach claimed the life of a Chinese tourist on Tuesday, January 14th. The incident occurred near the Dolphin Public Park, according to emergency responders who spoke to the Phuket Express.


At approximately 2:30 P.M., emergency services were alerted to the accident. Upon arrival, they found that lifeguards had already rescued two individuals from the water. Both victims were rushed to Patong Hospital, where 33-year-old Mr. Liu Hong Chao, a Chinese national, was pronounced dead on arrival.


The second individual, 28-year-old Mr. Lyu Zhifebg, also from China, sustained minor injuries. He recounted to lifeguards that he and Mr. Liu were riding separate jet-skis when they collided.

This latest accident has sparked renewed calls for enhanced marine safety measures in Phuket. Local residents have voiced their concerns to the Phuket Marine Office, urging immediate action to prevent further incidents, given the recent spate of marine accidents involving tourists in the area.

Phuket Marine Accident Claims Life of Chinese Tourist - The Phuket Express

Jet-Ski License Expired in Patong Collison Claims Life of Chinese

One of the Jet-skis involved in a recent fatal accident was found with its license expired.

In a recent statement to The Phuket Express, a Phuket Marine Officer shed light on the jet-ski licensing issues involved in the recent tragic incident in Phuket waters. Mr. Liu Hong Chao, a 33-year-old Chinese national who was pronounced dead after the accident, was riding a jet-ski with a license that was due to expire in December of this year.


In contrast, Mr. Lyu Zhifei, a 28-year-old Chinese national who sustained minor injuries in the same incident, was operating a jet-ski with an expired license. The license of Mr. Lyu’s jet ski, which was his and not a rental, had lapsed on January 10th, just four days before the accident occurred.


The Marine Officer confirmed that Mr. Lyu would face a fine of 10,000 Baht for operating a jet-ski with an expired license, emphasizing the importance of adhering to maritime safety regulations.

UPDATE: Jet-Ski License Expired in Patong Collison Claims Life of Chinese - The Phuket Express

They collided with each other and it was not because of an expired license.