Delivery Rider Accused of Harassment in Bangkok
A 27-year-old woman filed a police report after allegedly being harassed by a ride-hailing driver near Central Ladprao, leading to a mediation settlement.
On October 26, 2026, a 27-year-old woman reported an incident of harassment involving a ride-hailing driver to the Phahon Yothin Police Station in Bangkok. According to the report, the victim had booked a ride from Soi Vibhavadi 36 to the Phahon Yothin MRT station when the driver, identified as Mr. Sarawin, allegedly began harassing her and attempted to physically assault her. Fearing for her safety, the woman jumped from the moving vehicle and sought assistance from a nearby motorcycle taxi driver.
Witnesses confirmed the victim’s distress during the incident, which occurred in the vicinity of Central Ladprao. Following the report, it was revealed that the driver possesses a psychiatric patient identification card. The suspect’s mother reportedly offered a 5,000-baht settlement to the victim, which was accepted, leading to a successful mediation of the case.
For residents and travelers, this incident highlights the importance of remaining vigilant when using ride-hailing services. While the immediate legal dispute has been resolved through mediation, the broader implications regarding the driver's fitness to operate a vehicle and the vetting processes of ride-hailing platforms remain points of public concern. Authorities have not yet provided further details on whether the platform will take additional administrative action against the driver's account.
