Karon police we're initialy alerted to the accident at 11.45 pm, which happened in front of the Yok Lor (the name of the shop means "pop a wheelie") somtam shop on Pitak Rd in Karon.
According to a police statement, the German man, whose name is being withheld until it can be confirmed that his next of kin have been notified, was on a motorcycle with another Thai female riding pillion when the accident took place.
Another vehicle involved in the accident was a car driven by a 42 year old woman.
Police have not released any other details about the accident, nor commented on the condition of the other two Thai females involved, or whether anybody has been charged for reckless driving or driving under the influence.