Authorities Assist Homeless Family Living in Tent Near Sukhumvit Road
Local officials in Sattahip have intervened to assist a homeless father and his two children who were found living in a tent along Sukhumvit Road.
On October 12, 2026, officials from Sattahip District, Chonburi Province, including the District Chief, responded to reports of a family living in a tent on the side of Sukhumvit Road, near the entrance to Pattaya in Na Chom Thian.
According to Khaosod Online, the family consists of a 37-year-old father, Mana-chai, and his two children: a 15-year-old daughter suffering from Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and a 14-year-old son. The children were reportedly not attending school. The father explained that his 48-year-old wife is currently hospitalized due to illness, leaving him to care for the children alone while facing severe housing instability.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the ongoing challenges regarding social welfare and homelessness in the Chonburi region. While local authorities have initiated efforts to provide assistance, the long-term support plan for the family’s housing and the children’s education remains to be confirmed. The intervention by the Sattahip District Chief and local administrative members marks the first step in addressing the family's immediate needs. Further updates regarding the family's health status and their transition into stable housing are expected as local agencies continue their assessment.
