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Students dropped off in Phuket before bus ride – security measures or scandal?
Incident in Phuket on February 20, 2026: Students were reloaded during the bus ride to transport tourists. Safety in focus.
Students dropped off in Phuket before bus ride – security measures or scandal?
In Phuket, an incident with a bus company causes excitement and discussion among passengers. Today, February 20, 2026, Phuket Metropolis Co., Ltd. Disembark students during a ride to make room for tourists. Pictures and a statement about the incident were posted on the Airport Bus Phuket Facebook page, highlighting the high number of passengers that led to the bus being overloaded.
At the time of the incident, the bus was occupied beyond seating capacity, which of course raised safety concerns. To ensure the comfort and safety of all passengers, the company was forced to transfer some passengers to an additional bus. However, this decision caused confusion, especially among the students affected.
Company reaction
Phuket Metropolis Co., Ltd. pointed out that it had no intention of refusing or abandoning a particular group of passengers. The prudent measure of transferring students to another bus was taken as part of handling the high passenger density to ensure the safety of all passengers.
The company's statement emphasizes that it attaches great importance to the safety, dignity and equal treatment of all passengers, especially when it comes to students and young people. They apologized for any inconveniences or misunderstandings and were open to suggestions for improvement in order to avoid such situations in the future.
A call for clarity
Tempers are running high and many passengers are wondering how such an incident could have happened. Passengers want more transparency and better service to prevent misunderstandings. Especially in high season, when bus traffic in Phuket is busy, it is essential to have clear guidelines and improve communication.
According to the company's Facebook page, initial measures are already being planned to ensure that the safety and comfort of all passengers come first in the future. It is hoped that passengers will understand and strive to improve the situation. After all, daily commuters and tourists are an important part of life in Phuket.
We will stay tuned and report further developments on this matter. Interested readers can find more information at Line Today.