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ATM Usage Dispute at Thai Thani Gold Shop Sparks Public Discussion
A man was confronted by gold shop staff while using an ATM in Soi Thai Thani 35, leading to a viral video and reports of similar incidents.
On August 25, 2026, a video circulated online depicting a confrontation between a customer and staff at a gold shop located in Soi Thai Thani 35. The customer, identified as Mr. Nantapong, reported that he was using an ATM in front of the shop while simultaneously speaking on his mobile phone to coordinate with his brother. According to Mr. Nantapong, he spent approximately five minutes at the machine, including the time taken to handle his banking application.
He stated that as he finished his call and prepared to scan for a transaction, a man and a woman from the gold shop approached him, accusing him of speaking loudly and causing a disturbance. The interaction escalated into a physical shoving match. Following the release of the video, other individuals have come forward claiming to have experienced similar confrontations at the same location.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the importance of being aware of local expectations regarding public behavior near private businesses, even when using public-facing facilities like ATMs. While the shop staff cited noise as the primary grievance, the customer maintains he was simply conducting personal business. It remains to be confirmed whether the shop has a formal policy regarding loitering or phone usage near their storefront, and the full context of the previous incidents reported by others is still under investigation.