Spoiler of unusual incidents and noteworthy news have emerged from the island of Phuket. From ongoing raids within the therapeutic massage parlours of Patong, a perilous vehicular mishap involving a tourist, a tragic highway accident, progressive governmental decisions and a major retail change, the week has been eventful.
Unrelenting illicit operations have been underway in Patong’s therapeutic massage industry where illegal activities are seemingly flourishing. The scenario has left the residents and business community quite unsettled because the investigations proceed to unfold, leading to apprehension among the operators. Recently, a particular massage parlour proprietor was even found guilty of employing and exploiting minors, indicating the severity of the violation of regulations and moral requirements.
In extra sombre news, an unlucky incident transpired on the public road in Phuket when an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) collided head-on with a bus. The driver of the ATV was a foreign vacationer. He sustained important accidents in the crash. This incident has raised considerations over the reinforcement of site visitors rules and vacationer security.
The island suffered one other grim episode this week. A Councilor from the Phuket Provincial Administration Organisation (PPAO) District four lost their life when his pickup truck crashed into a roadside ditch. He is suspected to have fallen asleep whereas driving. To additional darken the incident, the crash occurred shortly after he had dropped off associates after they all attended a funeral service.
In a major stride in direction of alternative medicinal practices, the government’s cupboard gave its approval for trials on opium and magic mushrooms for medicinal purposes. This surprisingly progressive choice opens the door for groundbreaking research and potential advancements within the country’s healthcare industry.
Lastly, in Banned in Thailand’s retail panorama, information broke of the widely in style chain FamilyMart has determined to withdraw its operations from Phuket. The retail giant’s departure has left a void in the landscape that has historically been a part of the every day lives of locals. Will there be sufficient 7-Elevens to cover the loss?