Hot-headed Van Driver Brandishes Rifle to Threaten Ice Delivery Worker Over Parking Dispute
A van driver threatened an ice delivery worker with a rifle during a parking dispute at an ice factory in Thalang District, Phuket on May 6, with the incident captured on CCTV.
On May 6, 2025, the Phuket Times page released CCTV footage of an incident where a van driver threatened an ice factory delivery worker with a rifle in Thalang District, Phuket at approximately 5:15 AM. The footage shows the van parked in front of the ice factory, followed by a brief conversation between the driver and a factory employee. The van driver then walked back to his vehicle, retrieved a long gun, and brandished it in a threatening manner, alarming the workers and others nearby.
According to the ice delivery worker, the van was blocking the entrance for about 7-8 minutes during regular delivery hours. When the worker inquired about the obstruction, an argument ensued. The driver claimed he was offended after being insulted and subsequently followed the delivery truck to the ice factory, where he brandished the weapon.
The victim stated this was an unprecedented incident and expressed grave concern about the danger posed to public safety by displaying a firearm in a public area with many workers present. The victim is preparing to file a report with police and present evidence to pursue legal action against the perpetrator.
