這起事件發生在泰國知名旅遊勝地芭達雅，再度引發外界對當地性產業亂象以及治安問題的關注。根據當地警方的通報，一名65歲的英國籍男子柯克伍德（Kirk Wood），近日透過中介安排陪侍服務，並清楚表示自己希望有兩名女子陪伴。然而，當晚上門的卻是四名變性人，與他原先的要求完全不符。

柯克伍德見狀後，立即拒絕對方的服務，並試圖終止這場交易。沒想到事態迅速升級，雙方在爭執過程中失控，最後竟演變成暴力衝突。四名變性人中的一人持械攻擊柯克伍德，導致他受傷流血，所幸並無生命危險。警方接獲報案後趕抵現場，將傷者送往醫院救治，同時展開追查涉案的變性人群體。

這起事件折射出芭達雅當地存在的複雜社會問題。芭達雅長期以來以「性都」聞名，無論是酒吧街、夜總會還是伴遊服務，對外國觀光客而言都極具誘惑力。但正因如此，也潛藏著不小的風險，不少遊客因為溝通不清或被刻意誤導，而與服務提供者發生糾紛。此次案件正好凸顯了這一現實：一方面是外籍遊客的需求，另一方面則是性別身份、服務內容不符所引發的矛盾。

泰國社會對於變性人（泰語俗稱「人妖」）的存在並不陌生，甚至視為觀光文化的一部分。然而，在涉及交易和服務的情境下，如果缺乏透明的溝通與契約精神，就容易釀成糾紛。警方也提醒，外籍遊客應謹慎選擇服務渠道，避免透過黑市或非正規中介，以免遭遇類似的危險。

目前，警方已鎖定幾名涉案的變性人，並呼籲她們盡快投案。案件的後續進展不僅關係到受害人的權益，也關係到芭達雅作為旅遊城市的國際形象。整起事件不僅是一樁治安個案，更讓外界重新審視泰國性產業與旅遊安全之間的微妙平衡。

This incident took place in Pattaya, Thailand, once again drawing attention to the city’s notorious sex industry and ongoing public safety issues. According to local police, a 65-year-old British man named Kirk Wood recently arranged escort services through an intermediary. He clearly requested two female companions. However, when the escorts arrived, they turned out to be four transgender individuals, which was entirely different from what he had asked for.

Kirkwood, realizing the mismatch, immediately refused the service and tried to end the transaction. The situation quickly escalated during the argument. One of the four transgender individuals allegedly attacked him with a weapon, leaving him bleeding and injured. Fortunately, his injuries were not life-threatening. Police rushed to the scene after receiving the report, sent Kirkwood to a hospital for treatment, and began tracking down the group involved.

The case highlights the complex social realities of Pattaya. Long known as a hub of Thailand’s sex tourism, the city’s nightlife—bars, clubs, and escort services—attracts countless foreign visitors. But with that reputation also comes risk. Many tourists, whether due to unclear communication or deliberate deception, end up in disputes with service providers. This incident underscores the dangers that can arise when expectations and services do not align.

In Thailand, transgender individuals—commonly referred to as “kathoey” or “ladyboys”—are a visible and accepted part of society, even celebrated as part of the country’s tourism culture. However, when commercial services are involved, the lack of transparency and contractual clarity can easily lead to conflict. Authorities have reminded foreign visitors to use caution, avoid unregulated intermediaries, and choose legitimate service channels to reduce the risks of fraud or violence.

Police have already identified several of the suspects and are urging them to turn themselves in. The outcome of this case will not only affect the victim’s rights but also Pattaya’s international reputation as a tourist destination. Ultimately, the incident is more than just a criminal case—it sheds light on the delicate balance between Thailand’s sex industry, transgender visibility, and the broader issue of tourist safety.