Overview
- Video from the early hours of December 27 shows a group pulling the tourist from a car and assaulting him, with clips widely shared online.
- The victim was identified by local reports as 52-year-old Raj Jasuja, who received first aid at the scene and was taken to Pattamakun Hospital.
- A 19-year-old Thai eyewitness told rescue workers the confrontation began with an argument over payment that turned physical before others joined.
- Police said they will ask Jasuja to file a formal complaint after he recovers, after which an investigation will proceed under Thai law.
- Local outlets note similar recent incidents involving tourists and transgender sex workers in Pattaya, renewing concerns about visitor safety.