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Dr Ton dies after alleged cocaine-linked Koh Phangan crash
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Assoc Prof Dr Theerasuk Kawamatawong, 52, widely known as Dr Ton, has died after being hit by a motorcycle allegedly ridden by a British man who had used cocaine while the doctor was walking for exercise on Koh Phangan, Surat Thani, on May 23.
Key facts
- Vimut Hospital posted a tribute on its Facebook page on Sunday (June 7), expressing condolences over the death of Dr Theerasuk, a specialist in respiratory medicine and critical care at its Lung Health Centre.
- A farewell water-pouring rite for Dr Ton was scheduled from 1.30pm to 3pm on Sunday at Ramathibodi Hospital in Bangkok, before his body was transported to Ubon Ratchathani.
- Dr Ton was struck by a motorcycle allegedly ridden by Wilcock Duncan, 51, a British national, while he was walking for exercise on a road behind the Koh Phangan District Office, near Nopparat Furniture, at around 8.30pm on May 23
- Officers from Koh Phangan Police Station arrested Duncan on May 25
Summary
Vimut Hospital posted a tribute on its Facebook page on Sunday (June 7), expressing condolences over the death of Dr Theerasuk, a specialist in respiratory medicine and critical care at its Lung Health Centre.
“Throughout the time he performed his duties with dedication and commitment, his contributions will remain remembered and cherished by all of us,” the post read.