PHUKET — 24 April 2026, A 33-year-old Australian tourist has been accused of assaulting a hotel employee in Patong after being confronted during a disturbance, police said.
The incident occurred at about 2:15 at a hotel on Bangla Road in Patong, Kathu district. Police said the suspect, identified as Sherlock, allegedly attacked a staff member inside room 324.
A hotel employee later filed a complaint at Patong police station, stating that at around 00:30 he heard a loud argument coming from the room and went to intervene.
During the attempt to break up the dispute, the tourist allegedly assaulted Phuri Udompanyawit, 39, who sustained injuries.
Police said the victim was taken to Patong Hospital for treatment, and investigators are gathering further evidence and witness statements before proceeding with legal action.
