Teenager Killed in Single-Vehicle Crash in Phuket
A 15-year-old driver died after his car collided with a high-voltage utility pole in Chalong, Phuket, early on September 27, 2026.
According to a report from Khaosod Online, a fatal traffic accident occurred in the early hours of September 27, 2026, in the Chalong sub-district of Phuket. Police from Chalong Station were notified at approximately 12:30 a.m. that a white Toyota Vios had veered off the road and struck a high-voltage utility pole near the Yod Saneh intersection on Chao Fa West Road.
Emergency responders arrived to find the vehicle severely damaged at the front, with its airbags deployed. The driver, a 15-year-old male, was pronounced dead at the scene. Two passengers who were traveling in the vehicle at the time of the collision sustained injuries and were attended to by rescue teams. The impact also caused significant damage to the government-owned utility pole.
For residents and travelers in the area, this incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the risks associated with driving, particularly on roads with utility infrastructure close to the traffic lanes. While the immediate cause of the vehicle losing control remains under investigation by local authorities, the incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety in Phuket. Further details regarding the condition of the injured passengers and the final police report are expected to be released as the investigation continues.
