American Tourist Killed in High-Speed Motorcycle Crash in Pattaya
An American tourist, Leo Williams, 53, tragically lost his life in a high-speed motorcycle accident on Thappraya Road near Soi 9, Pattaya, in the early hours of February 6.
At 4:36 AM, the Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Rescue Center received reports of a big bike losing control, mounting the road median, and crashing into a tree. Rescue teams and Pattaya police, led by Pol. Maj. Col. Chanan Kesornbua, arrived at the scene.
Accident Details
Williams was found deceased on the road median, having sustained severe trauma. The impact was so strong that it uprooted two betel trees. His black Kawasaki Z1000 suffered extensive damage, leaving a trail of engine oil for over 300 meters.
Eyewitnesses reported that Williams was riding at high speed when he lost control at a curve, striking the tree. His motorcycle continued moving before eventually falling to the ground.
Police reviewed CCTV footage, which partially captured the fatal moment. His body has been transferred to Pattaya Patthamakhun Hospital, awaiting relatives to claim it for religious rites. Authorities are continuing their investigation into the accident.
