Woman in Surin Hospitalized After Being Struck with Glass for Refusing Toast

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Ms. Oh (pseudonym), a 28-year-old woman from Surin province, reported an assault to local media on October 23, 2024. On September 12, 2024, she was attacked with a glass at a restaurant in Ratthanaburi district after refusing a toast and spilling beer on her phone. The attacker, identified as Uncle Ae (pseudonym), approximately 46 years old, struck her left temple causing severe bleeding. She was treated at Ratthaburi Hospital before being transferred to Surin Hospital due to blood loss. Ms. Oh currently suffers from facial scarring and depression. She fears lack of justice because the attacker's father is a local influential figure. Muay Thai fighter Buakaw Banchamek posted on Facebook identifying the victim as his cousin and stated he would act if the responsible party does not fulfill their obligations. The media confirmed that the victim was disfigured for refusing a toast and that the opposing party has not taken responsibility, instead challenging the victim to sue in court.