An esteemed British author who received an MBE honor has passed away following a tragic incident in Thailand where he was struck by an uncontrollable motorbike rider. Barry Kenyon, aged 84 and hailing from Lancashire, was hit while crossing the road on his way to meet friends for dinner in Pattaya on Saturday evening. The collision occurred near some traffic lights at a central reservation, leading to Kenyon falling to the ground. He was quickly transported to a local hospital in Lancashire, where he unfortunately succumbed to his injuries and was pronounced deceased. Prior to his retirement in 1995, Kenyon had served as both a policeman and a headteacher. He later relocated to Thailand, where he took on the role of British Honorary Consul and managed the local bridge club.
Authorities have initiated an investigation into the accident that took place along Thappraya Road. Lieutenant Akrapong Saenputawong, the deputy investigation officer at Pattaya City Police Station, provided details of the incident. He stated that on October 18, 2025, around 7 pm, a motorcycle ridden by a 38-year-old Bangladeshi national named Mr. Rana Mama collided with Barry Kenyon, a British pedestrian, in front of Rung Ruang Company near the Pattaya intersection. The collision occurred as Kenyon was crossing the road just as the traffic light was changing, coinciding with the motorcyclist passing by. The accident site was not a designated crosswalk, and authorities are currently analyzing CCTV footage to ascertain the precise cause of the collision. Additionally, tests showed that the motorcyclist was not under the influence of alcohol at the time of the incident.
Friends of the late author have expressed their sorrow and paid tribute to him, with one friend describing Kenyon as a “gentleman” who will be deeply missed. George Albert, a close pal, remembered Kenyon for his insightful discussions on intricate topics like immigration and taxation, highlighted by his clarity and humor. Kenyon’s profound knowledge of Thai regulations and his ability to bridge cultural differences earned him admiration from both Thai officials and expatriates.