In a bizarre turn of events in Bangkok’s Ratchada area, a resident of a condominium unleashed two large snakes in a common area as an act of revenge against a neighbor who was keeping a dog in the pet-free building. The incident, which occurred on May 19, 2025, has drawn significant attention on social media and raised concerns about safety and community relations within the residential complex.
The situation escalated after a social media user named Akarapon shared video footage of the two snakes, each measuring approximately three meters in length, slithering in front of a condominium unit. The building, which has a history of housing individuals involved in questionable activities, including scams and illegal gambling, has now become the center of a peculiar feud.
According to reports, the snake owner had previously lodged complaints with the condominium management regarding the neighboring unit that housed a dog. The complaints included issues such as incessant barking, unpleasant odors, and flea infestations. Frustrated by the management’s inaction, the resident decided to take matters into their own hands by acquiring snakes and releasing them in the corridor outside their unit.
In a provocative message posted in the condominium’s resident chat group, the snake owner stated, “Bring your cats and dogs out to play! My pets want to show their love by hugging your dogs so tightly they won’t be able to bark. Since management can’t handle this, I’ll keep pets too. Let’s turn this place into Safari World.”
Following the incident, the condominium management responded by addressing the residents in their LINE chat group, acknowledging reports of large reptiles in the common areas. Upon investigation, staff discovered the snakes on the 34th floor of Building A. The management issued warnings to the snake owner and imposed a fine of 1,000 baht (approximately $30) for the release of the snakes. Additionally, the dog owner was fined 10,000 baht (around $302) for keeping pets in violation of the building’s regulations.
The building manager noted that the condominium houses around 2,000 residents across 1,393 units. Although the management company took over operations in late 2024, they were aware of complaints regarding the dog dating back to 2023. However, previous inspections had not yielded any evidence of pet ownership.
In light of the incident, the management has pledged to enforce the no-pets policy more strictly, acknowledging that their office’s location on the fourth floor has made it challenging to monitor residents bringing pets through the lobby.
This unusual incident highlights the tensions that can arise in shared living spaces, particularly regarding pet ownership in buildings with strict regulations. As the community navigates the aftermath, it serves as a reminder of the importance of communication and cooperation among residents and management to maintain a harmonious living environment.