A tourist in Bangkok, Thailand, was tasered by police after allegedly directing racist insults and praise for Adolf Hitler towards a group of people. The incident occurred on Khao San Road, a popular backpacker area, on September 10.
Marsala Gueye, a Black man from Toronto, Canada, was dining with friends when an intoxicated man reportedly approached their table. Gueye stated that the man, who was attempting to share a book about Adolf Hitler, became aggressive when asked to leave them alone. The intoxicated individual then allegedly made racist remarks and repeatedly used the N-word.
According to Gueye, the man later returned and offered him a mug that reportedly featured a Nazi swastika symbol. The group, which included two friends from Australia, moved to another location, but the man continued to follow them.
Video footage captured the man on the pavement, shouting slogans in apparent praise of Hitler and performing Nazi salutes. He also reportedly said, "Kanye West is my f—ing brother." Locals alerted the police due to concerns the confrontation might escalate.
In another clip, the man is seen charging toward Gueye, prompting four police officers to intervene. Gueye expressed concern for his safety, telling officers to arrest the man. One officer initially appeared to approach the man on the ground, but a friend of Gueye's pointed out that the intoxicated tourist was the aggressor.
As the man continued to follow the group, an officer deployed a taser, causing the man to fall to the ground. He was surrounded by police, and the group was asked to move away.
Gueye also stated that he saw the man carrying luggage containing items related to Hitler and Nazis. He further claimed to have witnessed the man smash a bottle and become physically aggressive.
Police at the Chanasongkhram Police Station, which covers the Khao San Road area, stated that the German tourist was not arrested. Officers reported that they intervened to separate the parties and were not immediately aware of who initiated the conflict or the nature of the argument.
Lieutenant Colonel Komonsit Sawatmongkol, Deputy Superintendent of Patrol, explained that the officers separated the individuals, and both parties indicated the matter was resolved. They did not appear to wish to press charges, and both sides reportedly left the scene.
Gueye filed a complaint at the police station later that day. However, officers stated that no violence was witnessed upon their arrival, and no further investigation is being conducted as the alleged victims did not provide additional statements detailing the specific remarks made.
