Fatal Folly on Thailand's Tracks A freight train collision with a public bus in central Bangkok last Saturday has left eight dead and 32 injured, sparking widespread outrage and demands for improved safety measures.
The train driver has been charged with negligence causing death, but this tragedy appears to be more than just the result of reckless driving.
Thailand's roads are notoriously treacherous, ranking among the world's deadliest according to the World Health Organization.