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Ex-exec denies drunk driving, explains grabbing opponent due to safety concerns

Ex-exec denies drunk driving, explains grabbing opponent due to safety concerns

MGR Online•Society•17d ago

Reader Briefing

Former mobile executive denies drunk driving in hit-and-run, claims self-defense and safety concerns prompted actions.

  • •A former executive of a major mobile carrier denies being intoxicated during a car accident where he allegedly rear-ended another vehicle near Lad Phrao.
  • •The executive claims he grabbed the other party's arm out of concern for safety due to their close proximity and potential to pull out a weapon.
  • •He admits to a verbal altercation following the collision and states he is willing to take responsibility for damages but will pursue legal action for excessive actions against him.
  • •The incident, which occurred on January 7, is being investigated by Lad Phrao Police, with the executive cooperating and stating he remained at the scene for 20 minutes before leaving due to a gathering crowd.

Overview

  • •The incident involving a car collision occurred on January 7, with the former executive arriving at Lad Phrao Police Station on May 13.
  • •The former executive admitted to grabbing the other party's arm due to close proximity and safety concerns.
  • •The former executive asserted, 'I confirm that I did not drink alcohol while driving and was not intoxicated.'
  • •The former executive stated he had not been associated with his former company for over 3 years and emphasized the incident was personal.
  • •The former executive cited concerns for security and a large gathering crowd as reasons for leaving the scene before the allegedly responsible insurance company arrived.
  • •The former executive presented a medical certificate showing bruises and lacerations, claiming to have been punched by the other party.
  • •The former executive stated willingness to negotiate damages but not criminal charges, awaiting police summons for further discussion.
  • •The executive admitted traveling to the wrong police station on January 8 (Kok Khram) before going to Lad Phrao Police Station on January 9.

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Key Quotes

Former Executive
"On the day of the incident, I was punched by the other party on the back of the head and other points on my body."
ยืนยันวันเกิดเหตุ ถูกฝ่ายผู้เสียหายชกเข้าบริเวณด้านหลังศีรษะ รวมถึงหลายจุดตามร่างกาย
Former Executive
"I confirm that I did not drink alcohol while driving and was not intoxicated."
ยืนยันว่า ไม่ได้ดื่มสุราขณะขับรถ และไม่ได้อยู่ในอาการมึนเมา
Former Executive
"Regarding the image of me grabbing the opponent's arm, it was because I didn't know what they would take out, being at close proximity, so I had to be cautious for safety."
ส่วนที่มีภาพเข้าไปจับแขนคู่กรณีนั้น เป็นเพราะไม่ทราบว่าอีกฝ่ายจะหยิบสิ่งใดออกมา เนื่องจากอยู่ในระยะประชิดตัว จึงต้องระมัดระวังเพื่อความปลอดภัย
Former Executive
"I am ready to take responsibility for all damages, but anything deemed excessive, I will exercise my legal rights."
เหตุการณ์ที่เกิดขึ้น ตนพร้อมรับผิดชอบต่อความเสียหายทั้งหมด แต่อะไรที่มองว่าเกินกว่าเหตุ ขอใช้สิทธิ์ตามกฎหมายเช่นกัน

Key Entities

Person

Former Executive of a Major Mobile Carrier(อดีตผู้บริหารค่ายมือถือรายใหญ่)
The accused individual in a hit-and-run incident, who claims self-defense and denies intoxication.

Organization

Sai Mai Tong Rod Page(เพจสายไหมต้องรอด)
A page that received a complaint from the victim in the hit-and-run incident.

Place

Lad Phrao Police Station(สน.ลาดพร้าว)
The police station investigating the hit-and-run incident.
Kok Khram Police Station(สน.โคกคราม)
A police station initially visited by mistake by the former executive.
Kannayao Police Station(สน.คันนายาว)
A police station mentioned as being in the jurisdiction overlap where the incident occurred.