Electric Unicycle Rider Fined for Dangerous Driving on Doi Suthep
Chiang Mai police have fined a man for operating an unregistered electric unicycle on public roads following a viral video.
On October 19, 2026, police in Chiang Mai’s Phu Phing Ratchaniwet district took legal action against a 30-year-old man who was filmed riding an electric unicycle at high speeds down the Doi Suthep mountain road. The footage, which was created for social media content, sparked significant public concern regarding road safety and the potential for serious accidents involving other motorists.
According to Police Colonel Sinothai Lilittham, the rider was identified and summoned to the station. He was charged under the 1979 Vehicle Act for operating an unregistered vehicle on a public road. The man confessed to the charges and was fined 5,000 baht. As this is classified as a petty offense, the payment of the fine concluded the legal proceedings for this specific incident.
Authorities have issued a stern warning to the public and tourists, clarifying that electric unicycles are not permitted for use on public roads in Thailand. Furthermore, police are currently investigating a separate incident involving the same individual at Huai Nam Dang, with the case being transferred to the Phu Phing Ratchaniwet station for further action. Residents and visitors should be aware that operating such devices on public thoroughfares remains illegal, and law enforcement is actively monitoring for similar violations to ensure public safety.
