"Tae Achiva" led the team of "riders" numbering over a hundred, pursuing six aggressive Myanmar workers and coming to support the Thai riders who were assaulted.
At 19:30 on 12 Jan 2026, reports emerged that more than 100 riders traveled to a restaurant where Myanmar workers had assaulted a rider. This led many riders to arrange a gathering to support the Thai rider who was attacked.
Mr. Boo, the victim and motorcycle owner whose vehicle's front mask was damaged by a Myanmar worker wielding a metal rod, said he was not directly involved but accompanied his senior friend, who was the actual party in conflict with the Myanmar man in a white shirt. They came as a group of three intending to resolve the issue amicably after an argument, without intending to cause trouble or carrying weapons. He recorded the incident while trying to talk peacefully, but upon arrival, the Myanmar man acted aggressively, striking his motorcycle with the metal rod, causing damage before the altercation escalated into a fight.
Today, the large number of riders who came were there to support him and to show that Thais do not abandon each other. If they encounter the Myanmar man again, they want to teach him respect for Thailand and its people. Initially, compensation negotiations resulted in the opposing party paying 10,000 baht for damages. The police fined both sides 500 baht each and charged them with mutual fighting.
Mr. Chavalit Boonkhiao, head of the Rider Friends Group in Samut Prakan province, who came to support the younger rider affected, said after seeing the video clip, he felt dissatisfied and did not want foreign workers to bully Thais like this. He added that if they come to earn a living in the country, no one objects, but they should not harm or act arrogantly toward others.
Hundreds of riders in Samut Prakan province turned off their apps and gathered to show solidarity that Thais do not abandon each other and to warn against bullying Thais. Today, if they meet the perpetrator, Mr. Chavalit said he would calmly ask why he did it, but he could not guarantee the safety of other riders who are upset by the behavior of this group of workers. He also noted that food delivery might be delayed tonight due to most riders assembling at the location.
Authorities ordered the restaurant closed today after finding it lacked a valid entertainment business license, despite claims to the contrary. Mr. Chavalit urged relevant agencies to investigate whether these workers are legally employed in the country.
Later, Tae Achiva arrived at the scene to support the riders and stated that he came to declare that the workers' aggressive behavior is unacceptable in Thailand. He warned the gang to stop such conduct if they wish to remain in the country, emphasizing that Thais prefer peace but will respond firmly if provoked.
He also called on the police to investigate the restaurant's ownership, as information suggests the workers involved own it through Thai nominees. They provided information to the Bang Bo Police Station and urged authorities to swiftly apprehend and prosecute all offenders under all applicable laws.
Additionally, reports indicate that the Myanmar workers involved fled by vehicle after realizing they were being heavily pursued and pressured. Further updates will be provided as the situation develops.