Thailand’s Pattaya – In response to the urgent problem of street racing and noise disturbance brought on by Arab tourists in the Soi 18 and Pattaya Second Road areas, Pattaya police launched a comprehensive crackdown on reckless driving and disorderly behavior on August 5.
As a result of their loud vehicles and disruptive behavior, large groups of Arab tourists have started congregating in South Pattaya’s notorious Soi 18 neighborhood. Both locals and visitors in the area have experienced discomfort as a result of the constant engine revving and the ensuing cacophony of noise.
The traffic police have already taken action to reduce erratic driving and noise pollution. They have intensified their efforts by sending more officers to strategic locations where these Arab groups are known to congregate and engage in street racing, though, in response to recent unruly incidents.
The traffic department has consistently enforced traffic discipline measures, according to Pol. Lt. Col. Arut Sapanont, head of the Pattaya City Traffic Police Division. However, given the unique difficulties presented by the Arab groups, they have stepped up their presence in key areas to discourage and capture those who engage in street racing and causing disturbances.
“Offenders caught participating in illegal street racing and causing noise disturbances will face severe penalties,” police lieutenant colonel Arut warned. To address the violations, the traffic police will issue two separate summonses. The first summons targets motorists who are observed operating vehicles without valid licenses, without helmets, or with unauthorized modifications, such as loud exhaust pipes.
Those rental companies connected to these unlawful activities will receive a second summons. They run the risk of having their vehicles impounded and a 2,000 Baht fine. Police confiscated 10 motorcycles during the crackdown, including two that had illegal modifications.
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