Patong-
In a disturbing incident at an unidentified Patong hotel, an employee was apprehended after allegedly attacking his colleague with a knife. The Patong Police were alerted to the violent altercation on Thursday, May 30th, which resulted in serious injuries to one hotel staff member.
According to the Phuket Express, the confrontation escalated when the suspect, identified as a 37 Year-old male employee of the hotel, reportedly slashed the victim’s neck during a heated argument. The assailant then fled the scene on a motorbike, leaving the injured party, identified only as Mr. Anuwat, in critical condition.
Emergency services were promptly called, and Mr. Anuwat was swiftly transported to a local hospital for urgent medical care.
The suspect, whose name has been withheld for legal reasons, was later detained by authorities in a residential area on Rassada Nusorn Road, Phuket City. Upon his arrest, police confiscated a knife measuring 34 centimeters in length, believed to be the weapon used in the attack. The individual is now in custody at the Patong Police Station, where he faces charges of attempted murder.
The suspect did not release an immediate statement about what led to the altercation.
This incident has raised concerns about employee safety and security measures within the hospitality industry in Patong. The investigation is ongoing, and further details will be provided by The Phuket Express as they become available.
