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Thai man held for hit-and-run, drug, and overstaying in South Korea
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A 36 year old Thai man was reportedly identified by police in South Korea after an electric scooter collided with a nine year old girl’s bicycle in Gwangju, with the rider allegedly leaving the scene before later being detained on a separate drug charge.
Key facts
- A 36 year old Thai man was reportedly identified by police in South Korea after an electric scooter collided with a nine year old girl’s bicycle in Gwangju, with the rider allegedly leaving the scene before later being detained on a
- The incident reportedly happened at about 4.30pm on September 23 near Exit 4 of Dosan Station in Gwangsan District
- Gwangsan police later identified the rider as a 36 year old Thai man, according to the page
- Police had reportedly arrested the man at his home in Pyeong-dong, Gwangju, on September 28 on a drug-related charge
Summary
The incident reportedly happened at about 4.30pm on September 23 near Exit 4 of Dosan Station in Gwangsan District. The girl was riding her bicycle when an electric scooter carrying a man and a woman allegedly collided with her.
The girl reportedly suffered serious injuries to her mouth. One tooth was knocked out, and another was pushed into the gum, requiring surgery. Doctors reportedly said she could lose three more adult teeth.