Pattaya —
Thai social media users are outraged after a video surfaced online showing male tourists blatantly urinating on Pattaya Beach.
The video, posted by a Facebook user with the caption “Swimmers swim, and urinators urinate,” quickly went viral in a popular Pattaya Facebook group with over 200,000 members.
The incident sparked widespread outrage, with many Thais, especially Pattaya locals, questioning why the beachgoer didn’t use the available restrooms. They also expressed concerns that the tourists’ reckless behaviors could ruin Pattaya’s reputation as a world-class family friendly tourist destination and deter other tourists from visiting Pattaya City.
Local journalists went to investigate the incident scene and confirmed that it took place on Pattaya Beach. The urination occurred late at night or early in the morning on September 17th, likely after the individuals had been drinking.
A local seafood vendor criticized that such behavior is unacceptable and advised that restrooms are available nearby.
Meanwhile, Pattaya Mayor Mr. Poramase Ngamphichet has been informed of the incident and is preparing to take legal action against the tourists involved. The city plans to enforce regulations under the Cleanliness Act, as such actions can negatively impact cleanliness and the city’s tourism image.
In a related story, a Pattaya boat crew member went viral in August 2024 for disgustingly defecating in Pattaya Bay. The man apologized for the incident after receiving multiple serious legal charges.
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