Navy Investigates Assault Involving Petty Officer in Sattahip
A 33-year-old woman sustained severe injuries after a physical altercation involving a naval petty officer in Chonburi, prompting an official visit from military leadership.
On October 30, a 33-year-old woman named Parada was injured during a street altercation in Sattahip, Chonburi. According to reports from Khaosod Online, the incident occurred when Parada attempted to intervene in a dispute between acquaintances. During the confrontation, a naval petty officer allegedly struck another individual with a beer bottle. The bottle shattered, and a shard of glass struck Parada in the right chest, resulting in a deep wound that required 27 stitches.
Following the incident, the victim filed a report with the Sattahip Police Station. She stated that she attempted to contact the officer to request assistance with medical expenses, but was told he had no money and subsequently became unreachable. The victim has been forced to cover her own medical and wound-care costs.
In response to the public complaint, Rear Admiral Jakawat Saiwong, Commander of the Frigate Squadron 2, Royal Thai Fleet, visited the victim to address the situation. While the military has acknowledged the incident and initiated a visit, the status of any disciplinary action against the officer or the outcome of the police investigation remains to be confirmed. For residents and visitors, this incident highlights the risks associated with proximity to public altercations. Authorities have not yet released further details regarding the legal proceedings or potential compensation for the victim.
