Tham Luang Hero Bedridden After Accident Sends Well-Wishes to Fellow Rescuers

Tham Luang hero bedridden after accident sends well-wishes to fellow rescuers

CHIANG MAI — One of the unsung heroes of the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, Suratin Chaichomphu, known affectionately as “Khwan the Driller”, has been bedridden for months following a motorcycle accident that left him paralysed.

Cave Rescuer "Khwan the Driller" Paralyzed in Accident

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post Suratin Chaichomphu, renowned for his role in the 2018 Tham Luang cave rescue, has been left paralyzed following a motorcycle accident on May 24. Known as "Khwan the Driller," his efforts were pivotal in saving 12 boys and their coach trapped in the cave. He now requires constant care at his home in Mae On district, Chiang Mai, under the watchful eyes of his wife, Piyamas Pratharnchai. Mr. Suratin sustained…

Chiang Mai Governor Visits Bedridden Tham Luang Cave Rescue Hero

CHIANG MAI – The provincial governor has led a team from related agencies to visit and support “Uncle Surathin”, the groundwater drilling hero who helped the 13 Wild Boars trapped in Tham Luang Cave, and delivered initial aid after he became bedridden following a motorcycle accident nearly five months ago. On Sunday, Mr Thossaphon Phuean-udom, […] The post Chiang Mai Governor Visits Bedridden Tham Luang Cave Rescue Hero first appeared on CTN New…