In the bustling lanes of Samut Songkhram province, a dramatic incident unfolded that seemed straight out of an action movie script. As the clock struck 9 PM on the 29th of January 2025, the serene night was shattered by a sudden collision on the infamous Rama 2 Road. What initially seemed like just another traffic mishap soon unraveled into a chaotic scene involving a white Isuzu D-Max pickup truck, a mighty six-wheel Hino truck, and a bystander BMW sedan.
The stars of this unintended auto drama were a weary Chetawat Pengpinit, a 40-year-old whose day took an unexpected turn when he found himself trapped within the confines of his crushed pickup. The Isuzu, which bore a Bangkok license plate reading 8 กญ 5373, had violently embraced the rear of Chakrapon’s larger-than-life Hino truck, mercifully stopping all too late at full speed.
The aftermath was one of twisted metal and sirens wailing in the distance, as Police Lieutenant Pitipan Wongaree arrived on the scene with rescue teams from the Sawang Benjatham Samut Songkhram Foundation in tow. With hydraulic cutters in hand, the rescuers painstakingly worked to free Chetawat from his vehicular prison. Swift as ever, they whisked him off to Somdet Phra Phutthaloetla Hospital where his injuries could be tended to with the care they deserved.
The incident, however, didn’t just affect Chetawat. A mere bystander to the chaos, 25-year-old Sarita Thanwong, found herself nursing a painful souvenir from the night—a bruised chest, thanks to a rogue spare tire that had rocketed off the truck past her black BMW sedan with Phetchaburi plates, กธ 2002. Her misadventure brought her to Mahachai Maeklong Hospital, nodding in agreement with the examiners’ diagnosis of “Chuck Norris-grade” chest pain.
Enter Chakrapon, the unsuspecting driver of the six-wheel juggernaut from Samut Prakan, who was serenely following his ‘mission’ to deliver goods to Phatthalung province. His evening detour involved driving at a responsible, nay, astonishingly cautious speed of 60 kilometers per hour in the left lane when the Isuzu D-Max, like a snoring predator, pounced on his metal backside. Traffic cameras captured the magical instant of impact that might have been mistaken for a blockbuster stunt.
Chakrapon, taken aback, did what any astute delivery man would do – he halted his vehicle, did a quick inspection, and processed what had just transpired. The results of his reconnaissance: a pickup truck in sweet embrace with his rear, and a spare tire dance with a BMW to boot. All documented by a savvy rear-mounted camera, leaving no room for doubt.
Meanwhile, Chetawat, it seems, might have been serenaded to slumber by the rhythmic hum of the highway, speculated the ever-resourceful police. A peaceful trip home to Wat Pradu subdistrict had spiraled into a vehicular mightmare, leaving the pickup in shambles and Chetawat in a precarious state. The tangled mystery of just what sent him into this sudden slumber remains an open case, as investigations continue to peel back the layers of this automotive onion.
As the authorities ponder upon the secrets of that fateful night, and while footage plays in a continuous loop in an investigation room somewhere, those involved are left reflecting on the oops moment that turned a simple drive into headline news. And so, with each twist and turn of the case, it’s yet another reminder to stay alert and awake – because on the roads of life, anything can happen when you least expect it!
I can’t believe people still fall asleep at the wheel. Isn’t technology advanced enough to prevent this by now?
It’s not just about technology, it’s about personal responsibility too. People need to take breaks and recognize their limits.
I see your point, but wouldn’t it be great if tech could predict and stop incidents before they happen?
They should just make all cars self-driving already!
Honestly, at 60 km/h, I’m surprised the Hino truck driver actually noticed anything behind him. Those vehicles are like tanks!
Happens more often than you’d think. At night especially, it’s hard to keep track with all the vehicles zooming past.
Agreed, those big trucks are intimidating! Drivers need to be extra cautious around them.
True, but still, it’s crazy how a small pickup could even dent one of those things.
Did anyone else think Chakrapon’s calm reaction was almost zen-like? Maybe it’s all the meditation rooms at rest stops.
Haha, or maybe just the reality of having to fill out less paperwork. Damage is damage!
I’ve found staying calm in such situations helps a lot, it keeps the stress levels down.
So, am I the only one wondering who covers the cost for the BMW’s spare tire incident?
Probably her insurance. But if the spare tire incident is linked to the accident, the trucker’s insurance might be liable.
Thanks, always a headache with insurance claims. Hope Sarita gets it sorted!
In such cases, I’d think the insurance agents must be working overtime!
Just another day on the Rama 2. That road’s got a reputation for turning a peaceful drive into something right out of an action flick.
I feel for Sarita, her car wasn’t even involved initially, and she got injured anyway.
Meditation aside, was anyone monitoring traffic? 9 PM isn’t exactly quiet on Rama 2. People should be more vigilant.
I hope this encourages more people to opt for public transport. Fewer cars, fewer accidents!
Traffic cams showing the impact like a movie might raise more awareness. Sometimes visual evidence makes people rethink their driving habits.
I just wish people would listen more to these warnings. Falling asleep almost cost lives here!
Investigation should be thorough. Only then can real changes be made to prevent future incidents.
The article is a good reminder to stay alert. I wonder what sent him into that ‘vehicular nightmare’.
Self-driving cars can’t come soon enough. Humans are too error-prone!
Sad that such incidents keep happening. Everyone should be more responsible for their own and others’ safety.
Interesting how road rage wasn’t even a factor this time around!
I hope Chetawat makes a full recovery. Driving while tired is a real risk.