Phuket Airport Addresses Viral Incident of Tourist Urinating in Terminal

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Screenshots from a viral clip showing the moment when a foreign tourist urinated on the wall in the passenger terminal, despite being confronted by airport staff, on January 30, 2025.

PHUKET —  A foreign passenger was detained at Phuket International Airport after urinating in the arrival hall. The incident, which went viral on social media, led to the airport reaffirming its strict enforcement of passenger conduct regulations.

Phuket International Airport has issued a statement regarding a viral incident where a foreign passenger was seen urinating in the arrival hall of the international terminal on January 30.

On January 31, Phuket Airport officials confirmed that the passenger was identified as Mr. Mohammed, a Saudi Arabian national, who was scheduled to travel on an Indigo Air flight from Phuket to Mumbai.

Prior to boarding, the passenger was found to be heavily intoxicated and unable to control himself. The airline subsequently denied him boarding for the safety of other passengers. Airport security officers initially detained the passenger and escorted him from the waiting area. During this process, the passenger stood up and proceeded to urinate against a glass wall in the international arrival hall, an action deemed inappropriate and disruptive to other airport users.

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Phuket International Airport has issued a statement regarding a viral incident where a foreign passenger was seen urinating in the arrival hall of the international terminal on January 30, 2025.

Security personnel then transferred the intoxicated passenger to the airport’s joint security center to recover from his inebriated state. Due to his continued intoxication and inability to communicate effectively, authorities contacted the Tourist Assistance Center and Tourist Police for further proceedings.

Phuket Airport officials stated they handled the situation according to relevant regulations and protocols, noting that such behavior constitutes an act causing public embarrassment and disturbance. The airport has instructed security personnel to increase surveillance within passenger terminals to ensure all travelers’ comfort and safety.

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“We request all passengers to comply with airport regulations and refrain from behavior that may inconvenience others, ensuring a smooth and safe travel experience for everyone,” the statement concluded.

The airport emphasized its commitment to maintaining the highest standards of safety and order, with strict measures in place for incidents affecting passengers and airport staff.

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