Pattaya —
Used condoms found near a railway station in Pattaya have raised concerns about public health and the city’s image as a family-friendly destination.
On December 11th, concerned residents reported to The Pattaya News that they found several used condoms scattered on the ground near a pile of railway pillows at the Pattaya Railway Station’s multipurpose area. The residents were concerned that the area could become a breeding ground for infectious diseases and negatively affect the city’s image as a family-friendly tourist destination, as the area is frequented by tourists.
Upon inspection, The Pattaya News reporters found used condoms, wrappers, and tissues scattered across the ground and on the concrete railway pillows. The area is also very unsanitary, with the smell of decay and the presence of flies.
A local resident (name withheld upon request) shared that the area is frequently used by people for exercise in the early morning and evening. However, they were shocked to find numerous used condoms.
The resident suspected that groups of people have been using the area for sexual activity and discarding their condoms afterward. They called on relevant authorities to investigate the issue to protect the nearby community and the city’s image.
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