Mr Meeseeks

How can the statistics from Thailand be trusted? For example, we know they don't count those that do not die at the scene, and we are reliant on what sources to properly report and log all traffic accidents? They don't even have professional ambulance services, just volunteers. Sorry, but you'll have to do a lot more than fag packet maths to convince me mate.

Fleeing the scene after causing a fatality while drunk. Despicable creature.

By demonising their poor driving, maybe they will be motivated to do something about it? Nonsense. You are making stuff up to suit your agenda. Commuting to work I see accidents on a very regular basis, I've even seen a hit-and-run happen as well as several fatalities (in the aftermath, fortunately not as they occurred). Never saw that back in the UK.

Looks like one of those modified agricultural utility vehicles being driven as a sports car again.

The great irony is of course that the 1997 constitution, the people's constitution as it was known, was the best one that they had. This was replaced after the coup in 2006. The latest constitution was so the NCPO could give themselves immunity for their treason and allow them to maintain control over the government regardless of the outcome of any election. We are seeing this being implemented now. Thailand has a long history of the Army implementing new constitutions after coups.

Indeed. I was surprised by the amount of people that remained seated last time I was in the theatre to watch John Wick 4. Must have been 50% or more. Some Western tourists who probably didn't know better but a lot of Thais as well.

That is no surprise. Too cowardly to meat out proper punishment (no pun intended).

The system will flag if a person is blacklisted at any entry or exit point where the biometric systems are employed. That's exactly why it cost billions to implement. The only way in would be to use an entry point that is not using biometrics or fingerprints. Not sure if there are any left now. They also have facial recognition software and BMWs with facial recognition cameras on patrol so only a matter of time before you would be picked up even with fake ID.

I've worked with the Thai government and PTT on major oil and gas projects and own a company that employs many more Thais than you would believe in various industries. Corruption is entrenched throughout the country and at the highest levels. We would not have got contracts without assistance from certain people. They wanted something for allowing us to operate, and they still get their cut. Many years ago, I worked for a well known company that used government connections to maintain a monopoly on their business, which is still going to this day I believe. The Thai modus operandi is preying on the weak to extort and bully. These people are the lowest on the food chain, so they are fair game for the bullies.

Very difficult, or nearly impossible given biometrics and fingerprinting used now.

It's controlled by them, not left alone.

Why? Who else is going to sell their drugs for them?

You are correct. However, countries and companies with morals and ethical behaviour will not deal with murderous, despotic regimes.

PTTEP are the biggest oil and gas producer in Myanmar and operate the largest gas field. Total and other Western operators have exited due to human rights concerns.

Burmese, Cambodians and Viets built Thailand, a bit like the Irish Navvys in the UK. That's not the way Thailand works mate.

All started back in the early 2000s when Thaksin stopped government banks giving their mates free money to pay off their debts. One in particular, an old friend no less, used his failed media business to propagandize support against Thaksin, destabilize the country and provoke a military coup. Since then there has been no resolution to the differences and Thai politics is as fractured as ever.

Relative of a politician. Interesting. Drink-driving. No surprise. Abusive and belligerent when caught. No surprise. Unapologetic and showing no remorse. No surprise. Resorted to violence when he was not obeyed by individuals with less social 'status'. And finally, driving an agricultural vehicle like a sports car. No surprise.

I immediately thought about Gus Fring and his generous donations to the DEA. Dunno why? ????

From reading the article, the bike must have been lane splitting or cutting up the inside or outside at speed. As the bike was behind the SUV and collided with the SUV, the bike appears to be at fault. Not driving as per the road conditions, overtaking other traffic when unsafe to do so etc. All bike riders in Thailand should be aware that vehicles can turn at anytime without indication, but many of them cannot ride safety and think there are no rules, so this is what happens.

Hard to separate the good from the bad when the standard is so low.

Their ego would never allow it. The uniform is their sign of authority and status, that signals that they are above any civilians. Generally, the majority have never worked for the people of Thailand or for the good of society. They used to be hired thugs for the rich Chinese merchant classes, and are now little more than a criminal gang in uniform, as recent events have so clearly evidenced. You can clearly see their struggle to move into the 21st century as Thailand develops. Many of them still think they are living in an era where corruption, torture, extortion, dishonesty, immorality, and bullying are perfectly acceptable, whether in the line of duty or not.

It's quite obvious that the Chonburi mob thought they could keep all that money for themselves and not kick upstairs in the normal manner. Unfortunately for them, someone higher up found out. Their punishment, if any, and the money they will have to pay to continue on in uniform will largely depend on which clan they are affiliated with.

The bottom line. Money Number One.

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