A taxi driver based in Phuket faces the looming threat of a 180-day suspension and potentially more severe consequences following accusations of inappropriately harassing a young female passenger.
The visibly shaken 20 year old student lodged a complaint against the driver, Chuen Ochaphon, citing inappropriate advances during the journey. These advances included an invitation to his room and a proposition to become her monthly sponsor.
The situation escalated when the driver, in a concerning turn of events, refused to allow her to exit the vehicle despite her explicit request due to fear.
The incident came to light when the victim lodged a formal complaint at the Phuket City Police Station. Police Lieutenant Chittiwa Thanawitwilas took note of the report at 7.25 pm on Thursday, January 18. The young woman had booked a taxi via the Bolt app,…
