Tragic Airport Walkway Accident Claims Woman's Leg
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Washington Post
A 57-year-old Thai woman lost part of her left leg in a moving walkway accident at Don Mueang International Airport in Bangkok. The woman's foot got stuck at the end of the walkway, and her leg had to be amputated above the knee. The airport authorities have temporarily disabled the walkways, launched an investigation into the incident, and promised to cover medical expenses and compensation for the traveler. This is the first reported serious injury of its kind at the airport, and officials have assured that safety measures will be reviewed and penalties imposed if negligence is found.