Thread: Female Food Delivery Driver Survives Fall into Construction Hole in Pattaya

A female food delivery driver narrowly escaped death after falling into a construction hole in Pattaya on the night of June 30th.


The harrowing incident occurred yesterday at 8:00 PM on Soi Phatthanakan 9 in the Nongprue sub-district, Banglamung district, Chonburi province. Rescue workers immediately responded to the scene after being notified of a motorcyclist falling into a deep construction hole in the alley which is currently undergoing road excavation.


At the scene, rescue workers found a large crowd of bystanders gathered around the 1.5-meter-deep hole. They then found a red Yamaha NMAX 155 motorcycle, which had plunged into the hole, sustaining severe damage.

According to local media reports, the incident scene was fairly dark with little street lighting. There were only barriers and a few traffic cones around the hole, which had been dug up for a large drainage pipe project.




Ms. Nattanicha Owat, a 28-year-old food delivery rider who was riding the motorcycle, sustained only minor injuries to her neck and toes. She recounted the accident, saying that she was heading home after finishing her deliveries when the weather turned foul and started to drizzle.


Upon reaching the accident site, Ms. Nattanicha said she failed to notice the hole due to the lack of warning signs and illumination. She collided with a barrier and fell into the hole along with her motorcycle.


Fortunately, she was wearing a helmet, which likely saved her from severe head injuries. Ms. Nattanicha expressed her anger, saying she didn’t know who to hold accountable and announced that she would file a complaint against the project contractor.


Nearby residents informed local reporters that similar incidents had occurred 2-3 times in the area in June. Residents already had filed complaints with Nongprue Municipality, but the only response they received was that it was not the municipality’s project and that concerned citizens should contact the contractor instead with complaints.


Local residents urged the project owner or relevant authorities to address the issue seriously to prevent future accidents.

Female Food Delivery Driver Survives Fall into Construction Hole in Pattaya - The Pattaya News

Obviously didn't keep an eye out for the warning twigs.

Originally Posted by misskit

Nearby residents informed local reporters that similar incidents had occurred 2-3 times in the area in June. Residents already had filed complaints with Nongprue Municipality, but the only response they received was that it was not the municipality’s project and that concerned citizens should contact the contractor instead with complaints.

Complete lack of care. Does anyone know who the contractor is? I bet that info is hidden.

Upon reaching the accident site, Ms. Nattanicha said she failed to notice the hole due to the fact that she was texting on her phone. She collided with a barrier and fell into the hole along with her motorcycle.

serves fhe dozy chickenhead right.

Does making up shit like that make you feel superior, tax?

Banglamung District Chief Orders Increased Lighting After Rider Falls into Road Excavation Pit

Following a recent incident where a food delivery rider fell into an excavation pit in Pattaya due to the lack of lighting, Banglamung District Chief Mr. Weekit Manarojkit visited the area today and ordered increased lighting in the area to prevent similar accidents from recurring.

The accident involved Ms. Nattanicha Owat, a 28-year-old food delivery rider, who sustained injuries after her motorcycle plunged into the pit while she was driving back home during a rainy night.

According to an update from Mr. Weekit, Ms. Nattanicha’s injuries were not serious, and she has already received compensation for her medical expenses from the project contractor. The district chief explained that the road where the accident occurred is currently undergoing construction as part of a project to expand the water supply network in the Nongprue area.




The project is funded by the Chonburi Provincial Administrative Organization with a budget of 79.299 million baht and is expected to be completed by August 11th, 2024. Unfortunately, the excavation accidentally damaged power lines in the area, resulting in power outages and limiting visibility.


In response to these issues, Mr. Weekit instructed the contractor to install more lighting or reflective stickers in the vicinity of the excavation pit to improve visibility and prevent further accidents.


Additionally, the Pattaya Regional Electricity Authority is repairing the damaged power lines to stop further electricity outages.




It was reported by local residents that three similar accidents have occurred in this area since the construction began.

UPDATE: Banglamung District Chief Orders Increased Lighting After Rider Falls into Road Excavation Pit - The Pattaya News

Oh well, 4th time lucky I suppose.