Foreign tourist vandalises motorcycles in Phuket area
A British tourist was caught on camera vandalizing motorcycles and shop signs in Phuket's Chalong subdistrict while appearing to be under the influence of drugs.
PHUKET — 6 May 2026, A foreign tourist was caught on camera vandalising parked motorcycles and acting erratically in a residential area of Phuket, according to local media reports and viral social media footage. The incident took place in Chalong subdistrict, Mueang district. Images shared by local Facebook pages showed a shirtless man wearing black shorts and carrying bags, wielding a knife and slashing motorcycle seats while shouting loudly in the street. Witnesses described his behaviour as consistent with someone under the influence of drugs. The post identified the man as a British national and noted that he also damaged shop signage in the area. The footage sparked significant online outrage, with many users condemning the man's actions and voicing concerns about the conduct of certain foreign visitors. Authorities have not yet released additional details about the suspect or any potential charges.
