New Zealanders Hamish Day and Oscar Day arrested in Phuket, Thailand for assaulting traffic police officer, seizing his gun after speeding incident.

Two New Zealanders, Hamish Day (36) and Oscar Day (38), were arrested in Phuket, Thailand, after assaulting a traffic police officer, Lieutenant Somsak Noo-iad, and attempting to seize his gun. The incident occurred after the duo was pulled over for speeding and failing to adhere to road rules. The officer initially tried to film the pair, which led to an altercation, during which the Kiwis grabbed his phone and assaulted him. One of them managed to take his gun, causing it to discharge. The suspects were charged with various offenses, including robbery, obstructing police duty, assaulting a police officer, driving without a license, and bribery.

March 17, 2024
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