CHONBURI — A British man was killed after his motorcycle crashed into an electricity pole in Pattaya on 3 April, rescue workers said.
The Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Unit received a report of the accident at around 20:00 on Na Mueang Road in Pong subdistrict, Bang Lamung district. Upon arrival, responders found a 65-year-old British national, later identified as Stephen Perkins, with severe head injuries and no vital signs. Rescuers attempted CPR for more than 40 minutes, but he could not be revived. A doctor later confirmed he had died at the scene, with a broken neck.
A black-and-green Yamaha motorcycle with Chon Buri registration was found nearby, heavily damaged at the front after reportedly crashing into an electricity pole. Police documented the scene and said an investigation is underway to determine the cause of the crash.