Bangkok Delivery Rider Attack: Witnesses Suspect More Than Meets the Eye

Delivery Rider Assaulted in Bangkok; Witnesses Suspect Foul Play A food delivery rider was violently assaulted on May 18, 2025, in front of a motorcycle taxi stand on Sukhumvit Soi 93, Bangkok. The incident was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, sparking public concern and speculation. "It has to be something behind this that we don't know," said Somkit, a veteran motorcycle taxi driver who witnessed the event and spoke to reporters. He expressed disbelief at the level of violence, stating he had never seen such an aggressive incident in his 30 years working in the area. Another witness, a local shopkeeper named A, also provided insight. She confirmed the frequent presence of delivery riders in the area but stated she was inside her shop at the time of the assault and didn't see the incident unfold. Police are currently investigating. While they have interviewed witnesses, the victim has yet to provide a statement. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities hope to shed light on the circumstances surrounding the attack and bring those responsible to justice. The incident highlights safety concerns for delivery workers in busy urban areas.