"Plates and Fists Were Flying"… Group Brawl at a Restaurant in the Early Morning
A commotion broke out among Korean tourists engaging in a brawl at a restaurant in Pattaya, a major tourist destination in Thailand. During the incident, local police were dispatched, leading to the arrest of four Koreans, and the restaurant reportedly incurred damage amounting to millions of won.
According to local media such as 'Pattaya Mail' on the 12th (local time), the incident occurred around 3:30 AM on the 11th at an outdoor restaurant in the Naklua area of Pattaya. It has been reported that several Korean men were throwing dishes and fighting each other fiercely.
Chaos at the Scene… Guests Screamed as Police Responded
Witnesses at the scene stated that the restaurant was engulfed in fear during the incident. Some people fell to the floor during the fight, while others were dragged outside to avoid the chaos, which led to an instant pandemonium. Guests were also seen fleeing while screaming.
Local police, who received reports of the incident, immediately dispatched officers to the scene and arrested four Korean men involved in the brawl. Investigations revealed that they were all part of the same group sitting at one table, and a dispute during their meal escalated into a physical confrontation.
Damage of 100,000 Baht and Fines Imposed… Video of the Incident Goes Viral Online
Due to their rampage, the restaurant suffered property damage amounting to 100,000 Baht (approximately 4.25 million won) from broken plates, glass cups, and various utensils. The restaurant demanded compensation from the perpetrators, all of whom agreed and confirmed that they would pay the damages.
Local police charged them with committing violence in a public place and imposed fines before releasing them.
Meanwhile, videos of the brawl taken by other tourists present at the restaurant have been uploaded online, leading to a rising wave of criticism in both Thailand and Korea. Netizens have expressed reactions such as "national disgrace" and "a nuisance abroad."
Image source: Pattaya Mail
