The ceremony was held yesterday in the southern province, with Krabi public prosecutor Chaiwat Suwanyod presenting Chat Ubonjinda, 44, with a jacket, hat and bell. The princess’ project highlights people who assist others.
On October 16, Chat was fishing in Krabi River when he spotted a Norwegian couple stuck in thigh-high mud and saved them by letting them step on him to get out. Once they were safe, he got in his boat and left. Someone shot a video of the rescue and posted it online, resulting in a search to find the hero.
Chat has received widespread praise.