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Kazakh woman leads police on wild chase in Phuket
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Kazakh woman leads police on wild chase in Phuket

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  • A 30-year-old Kazakh citizen led police on a multi-hour chase in Phuket, Thailand, causing several traffic accidents.
  • The chase concluded when her car crashed, injuring two people, and police forcibly detained her.
  • Kazakhstan's Foreign Ministry is providing consular assistance and investigating the incident with Thai authorities.

A dangerous police chase unfolded in Phuket, Thailand, involving a 30-year-old Kazakh national who drove erratically for several hours, colliding with multiple vehicles. The pursuit, which began after reports of accidents, saw the woman ignore police demands to stop, leading to a high-speed flight across the island.

The chase ended near the old airport road when the suspect's MG car crashed into a minibus and a motorcycle, resulting in injuries to two people. Law enforcement officers had to smash the car window to detain the woman, who reportedly has a history of similar incidents.

The consulate is in contact with the competent authorities of the host country and is providing the necessary consular assistance.

โ€” Kazakhstanโ€™s Foreign MinistryCommenting on the detention of the Kazakh citizen in Thailand.

Kazakhstan's Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed it is aware of the detention and is providing necessary consular assistance through its consulate. The ministry emphasized that the circumstances surrounding the incident are under joint investigation with Thai law enforcement agencies.

An investigation has been launched into the events, which caused significant disruption and resulted in injuries. The ministry's involvement highlights the diplomatic efforts to address the situation and ensure a thorough examination of the case.

The ministry emphasized that the circumstances of the incident are being investigated jointly with Thai law enforcement agencies.

โ€” Kazakhstanโ€™s Foreign MinistryRegarding the ongoing investigation into the chase and arrest.
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