Phuket student praised after CPR saves collapsed foreign man in Kathu
Phuket student praised after CPR saves collapsed foreign man in Kathu — confirmed details at this stage for Phuket readers.
A Phuket student was praised after performing CPR on a foreign man who collapsed on a road in Kathu on May 8. The man fell unconscious outside Koh Cha Yen shop, struck his head on the ground and was bleeding when the student, who had been selling mala grilled pork nearby, rushed in to help while rescue workers and an ambulance were called.
After several moments of CPR, the man showed signs of responding and regained consciousness, according to a report shared by the Phuket Times page. The incident drew strong reaction online after the page highlighted the student’s quick action.
Student identified as Jojo Sawel of Kathu Wittaya School
Further inquiries identified the rescuer as Jojo Sawel, a mixed-heritage student at Kathu Wittaya School. He is known for selling mala grilled pork after classes to earn money for his education.
The Phuket Times post said Jojo stepped in without hesitation after seeing the man faint and hit his head. Comments quoted in the report praised his composure and kindness, including “Very good, I admire him,” “Amazing,” and “A good child of society.”
People in the area said the injured man might not have survived without immediate help.
Source: https://www.dailynews.co.th/news/5843826/
