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Police and Immigration Bust Chinese Call Centre Gang in Investment Fraud Scheme Police successfully dismantled a Chinese call centre gang that had been defrauding thousands of victims through an elaborate stock investment scam. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336972-police-and-immigration-bust-chinese-call-centre-gang-in-investment-fraud-scheme/

Picture from the raid. In a significant operation on August 30, Chonburi Police, in collaboration with the Immigration Bureau, successfully dismantled a Chinese call centre gang that had been defrauding thousands of victims through an elaborate stock investment scam. The operation was led under the supervision of Pol. Lt. Gen. Itthiphol Itthisarnronnachai, Commissioner of the Immigration Bureau, along with key officials including Pol. Maj. Gen. Panthana Nuchanart, Deputy Commissioner, and other senior officers. Acting on intelligence, the team raided a luxurious residence in Pong Subdistrict, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi, covering over 4 rai of land. The raid resulted in the arrest of 15 Chinese nationals—14 men and one woman—along with the seizure of 18 computers and 90 mobile phones. The operation was executed under a search warrant numbered 258/2567. Investigations revealed that the suspects were part of a sophisticated scheme targeting Chinese nationals, luring them into fraudulent stock investments. The operation was divided into three main roles: 1. Initial Contact: The first group would cold-call potential victims, encouraging them to join a WeChat group where they were introduced to lucrative stock tips. 2. Investment Guidance: The victims were then added to a group on a new application called "Work Puls." Here, an administrator, who was also part of the criminal network, would provide daily stock investment advice, creating an illusion of legitimate financial guidance. The victims were further convinced to install an application that provided stock trading lessons, taught by members of the same criminal gang. 3. Execution of Fraud: After gaining the victims' trust by initially allowing them to earn small rewards (ranging from 20 to 100 yuan) through an Alipay account, the gang would then encourage larger investments, ultimately defrauding the victims of significant sums of money. Pol. Maj. Gen. Panthana Nuchanart revealed that the group had rented the property for 150,000 baht per month and had only been operational for three days before the raid. Initial checks have identified over a thousand victims, though the suspects claimed they had just established their operations. The total financial damage is still under investigation, but it is expected to run into billions of baht. The Chonburi Police and Immigration Bureau are continuing their investigations to uncover the full extent of the gang's activities and their potential links to other fraudulent operations. -- 2024-09-01 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Police Raid Four Locations, Seize Over 3,000 Counterfeit Auto Parts Worth 5 Million Baht In a coordinated effort led by the Central Investigation Bureau, the Economic Crime Suppression Division conducted raids at four locations across Thailand, resulting in the arrest of three suspects and the seizure of over 3,000 counterfeit auto parts bearing fake trademarks of well-known brands. The estimated damage from these counterfeit goods exceeds 5 million baht. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336971-police-raid-four-locations-seize-over-3000-counterfeit-auto-parts-worth-5-million-baht/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod In a coordinated effort led by the Central Investigation Bureau (CIB), the Economic Crime Suppression Division (ECD) conducted raids at four locations across Thailand, resulting in the arrest of three suspects and the seizure of over 3,000 counterfeit auto parts bearing fake trademarks of well-known brands. The estimated damage from these counterfeit goods exceeds 5 million baht. The suspects, identified as Mr. Ruangchai, Mr. Panyawat, and Ms. Chotika, were charged with "possession of goods for sale bearing counterfeit trademarks of registered brands in the Kingdom." The confiscated counterfeit items included: 1. 514 counterfeit oil filters 2. 359 counterfeit spark plugs 3. 252 counterfeit car lock keys 4. 60 bottles of counterfeit gear oil 5. 952 counterfeit brake sensor cables, air filters, and other spare parts 6. 725 boxes of counterfeit bearings The raids were conducted at the following locations: 1. A residence in Ban Khlong Suan Subdistrict, Phra Samut Chedi District, Samut Prakan Province 2. A residence on Ratchadaphisek Road, Din Daeng District, Bangkok 3. A residence in Sikan Subdistrict, Don Mueang District, Bangkok 4. A spare parts shop in Ban Luak Subdistrict, Photharam District, Ratchaburi Province The operation stemmed from prior investigations by the ECD, following complaints about the sale of counterfeit auto parts bearing trademarks of several well-known brands. These counterfeit goods were being sold openly in various locations. The police subsequently obtained search warrants from the Central Intellectual Property and International Trade Court and conducted raids at the identified locations, leading to the discovery of the counterfeit items listed above. The suspects were informed of the charges and taken into custody by ECD officers for further legal proceedings. The investigation is ongoing, and authorities plan to expand their probe to identify other individuals or networks involved in this illegal trade. The operation was carried out under the supervision of Pol. Lt. Gen. Jiraphob Bhuridej, Commissioner of the CIB, Pol. Maj. Gen. Phutthidet Boonkapue, Commander of the ECD, and Pol. Col. Weerapong Homhual, Superintendent of Subdivision 1 of the ECD, who directed the team led by Pol. Lt. Col. Natthawut Pomngern, along with other officers from the ECD. The authorities are committed to continuing their efforts to combat economic crimes and protect consumers from counterfeit goods. -- 2024-09-01 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Two Separate Deaths From Wild Elephant Attacks A 60-year old rubber tapper trampled to death by wild elephant in Chonburi province and wild elephant kills 66-year old local resident in Chanthaburi province. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336970-two-separate-deaths-from-wide-elephant-attacks/

Picture from the Chonburi attack. A 60-Year-Old Rubber Tapper Trampled to Death by Wild Elephant in Chonburi The incident that occurred at 07:30 on August 31, when a 60-year-old man lost his life after being trampled by a wild elephant in a rubber plantation located in Khlong Phlu Subdistrict, Nong Yai District, Chonburi Province. Pol. Lt. Prasat Amornpannapong, Deputy Inspector (Investigation) of Nong Yai Police Station, was informed of the incident and quickly proceeded to the scene with the Silatham Foundation rescue team. Upon arrival, they discovered the lifeless body of Mr. Narong Panakul, aged 60, lying in the middle of the plantation. The victim had sustained multiple fractures throughout his body. Large elephant footprints were found around the area, indicating the terrifying moments before his death. Ms. Meekaew, the 45-year-old wife of the deceased, recounted the harrowing experience. She explained that she and her husband had set out early in the morning to tap rubber, working on opposite sides of the plantation. While she was busy at work, she suddenly noticed her husband running and shouting for help, closely pursued by a large wild elephant. The elephant quickly caught up with Mr. Narong, knocking him down and trampling him repeatedly. Ms. Meekaew, paralysed by fear, hid in the nearby tall grass and watched in horror as the elephant circled her husband before finally leaving the scene. When she emerged, she found her husband unresponsive and immediately called for help from other rubber tappers in the area, who then notified the police and rescue team. Unfortunately, it was too late; her husband had already succumbed to his injuries. The authorities have since transported Mr. Narong's body to Nong Yai Hospital for an autopsy. His remains will be released to his family for funeral rites according to religious customs. Picture from the Chanthaburi attack. Wild Elephant Kills Local Resident in Chanthaburi Province This incident occurred in Kaeng Hang Maeo, Chanthaburi Province, early on the morning of August 31, when a wild elephant fatally attacked a local resident. Authorities have issued a warning to nearby communities, advising them to refrain from outdoor activities, particularly rubber tapping, until the situation is under control. At approximately 03:00, Mr. Kittichai Rungphaiboonwong, the head of Khao Chamao-Khao Wong National Park and leader of the Rapid Response Unit 5, received a report from the village headman of Moo 2, Phawa Subdistrict, Kaeng Hang Maeo District, Chanthaburi Province. The report stated that a wild elephant had attacked and killed a local resident. Officials arrived at the scene in Phawa Subdistrict, where they identified the victim as Mr. Budda, a 66-year-old local resident. According to the victim's family, around 02:30, Mr. Budda awoke to the sound of an elephant foraging near his home. He stood under the eaves of his house and shone a light to locate the elephant. Tragically, the male elephant charged at him, striking him and flinging him 6-7 metres away from the house before it fled the scene. In response to the incident, the Klong Hin Ploeng Village Elephant Surveillance Network has been closely monitoring the movements of the elephant responsible. Residents in the surrounding areas have been warned to exercise caution and avoid rubber tapping or any other outdoor activities for the time being. Authorities plan to conduct a thorough investigation of the area to ensure the safety of the community. -- 2024-09-01 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Lopburi: 18 Year Old Man Fatally Attacked by Three American Bully Dogs An 18-year-old man was found dead on his bed after being viciously attacked by three American Bully dogs. The gruesome discovery was made by his mother and older brother, who returned home to find his lifeless body covered in bite marks, with blood splatters throughout the house. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336969-lopburi-18-year-old-man-fatally-attacked-by-three-american-bully-dogs/

Picture captured from CCTV. In a shocking incident, an 18-year-old man was found dead on his bed after being viciously attacked by three American Bully dogs. The gruesome discovery was made by his mother and older brother, who returned home to find his lifeless body covered in bite marks, with blood splatters throughout the house. The incident occurred at around 15:30 on August 31, when Police Lieutenant Nattapong Wongwang, an investigator from Tha Hin Police Station in Lopburi, received a report of a fatal dog attack at a residence in Village 3, Tai Talat Subdistrict, Mueang Lopburi District. The police, along with a medical team and rescue workers from the Ruamkatanyu Foundation, rushed to the scene. Upon arrival, authorities found the body of the young man lying on his bed in a downstairs bedroom. The victim had sustained multiple wounds, consistent with a dog attack, on his face, arms, and legs. The bed was in disarray, and it is believed that the victim had been dead for over 12 hours. Blood trails were found throughout the house, indicating a struggle. Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim had been home alone the previous night. CCTV footage captured him playing with the three American Bully dogs, approximately two years old, around 20:00. The dogs belonged to his older brother, who had brought them back from Bangkok about a week ago. At some point, the dogs turned aggressive and began attacking the young man. He attempted to flee from the second floor, but the dogs pursued him into the bedroom, where he ultimately succumbed to his injuries. The dogs were still present in the bedroom when his family discovered the body. The authorities have sent the body to Phra Narai Hospital for a post-mortem examination. They are continuing their investigation to determine the exact circumstances surrounding the incident, and appropriate legal actions will be taken. -- 2024-09-01 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

to continue: Thailand Live Sunday 1 September 2024 https://aseannow.com/topic/1336968-thailand-live-sunday-1-september-2024/

NACC Awaits Hospital CCTV Footage in Thaksin Treatment Investigation FILE - Former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra, center, arrives at Don Muang airport in Bangkok, Thailand, on Aug. 22, 2023. (AP Photo/Sakchai Lalit, File) The National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC) is still waiting for CCTV footage from the Police General Hospital, Bangkok, as part of its investigation into potential preferential treatment given to former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his hospital stay. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336942-nacc-awaits-hospital-cctv-footage-in-thaksin-treatment-investigation/

The details are taken from what the police reported of the incident. I have also seen the full CCTV of the accident, edited version is above. Maybe you should try reading the OP and you will notice the 15 year old was riding the bike.

Fire Destroys Sermon Hall at Wat Sarawan in Chaiyaphum Fire engulfed and completely destroyed the sermon hall at Wat Sarawan in Chaiyaphum Province. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, which is suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336943-fire-destroys-sermon-hall-at-wat-sarawan-in-chaiyaphum/

Picture courtesy of ThaiRath Late at night on August 30, a fire engulfed and completely destroyed the sermon hall at Wat Sarawan in Ban Tha Kham Pae, Moo 9, Chalong Subdistrict, Mueang District, Chaiyaphum Province. Fortunately, no one was injured in the incident, which is suspected to have been caused by an electrical short circuit. The fire was reported at approximately 23:30, prompting a swift response from five fire engines dispatched by the Chalong Subdistrict Administrative Organisation (SAO), nearby SAOs, and the Chaiyaphum Municipality Fire Department. Firefighters worked tirelessly to prevent the blaze from spreading to other parts of the temple, but the fire completely consumed the two-story wooden structure, which was over 40 years old. The sermon hall, which was unoccupied at the time of the fire, contained various essential items belonging to the temple. The fire went unnoticed until it had fully engulfed the building. Monks residing nearby detected the smell of smoke and rushed to the scene, only to find the hall ablaze. Local residents, awakened by the smell of smoke, gathered near the temple in large numbers to witness the event. Despite the firefighters' efforts, it took approximately 60 minutes to bring the fire under control, by which time the hall had been reduced to ashes. Initial investigations suggest that the fire may have been caused by a short circuit due to aged electrical wiring within the hall, which might have been damaged by rodents. The police and forensic team from Chaiyaphum Province are scheduled to conduct a thorough investigation on the morning of August 31 to confirm the cause of the fire and assess the extent of the damage. -- 2024-08-31 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

The article states, and yes it is, a clip from the CCTV, so please explain why you doubt it? Here is the edited version of the 2 CCTV views of incident, which is the only parts suitable for general display. My Movie 4.mp4

Korean Falls to His Death from 10th Floor of Pattaya Hotel A 62-year-old Korean national fell from the 10th floor of a hotel in Pattaya, resulting in his death. Full story: https://aseannow.com/topic/1336934-korean-falls-to-his-death-from-10th-floor-of-pattaya-hotel/

Picture from responders. In the early hours of August 31, a tragic accident occurred when a 62-year-old Korean national fell from the 10th floor of a hotel in Pattaya, resulting in his death. The incident took place at approximately 05:05, prompting local authorities to rush to the scene. The police, led by Pol. Lt. Phuttharak Sonkamhan, Deputy Inspector of Pattaya City Police Station, along with forensic officers from Chonburi’s District 2 and rescue personnel from Sawang Boriboon Thammasathan Pattaya, arrived at the hotel, a 38-story building located in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung District, Chonburi Province. Upon arrival, the authorities found the body of Mr. Byung Yong Lee, a 62-year-old farmer from South Korea, who had fallen from the balcony of his 10th-floor hotel room. His body was discovered on the 5th-floor level, caught within a grove of trees, having sustained fatal injuries. The victim's body was severely damaged from the fall, and initial inspections revealed no signs of foul play. Hotel staff reported that Mr. Lee and a group of fellow Korean tourists had checked into the hotel the previous day. According to his friend, who had been sharing the room with him for over 30 years, they had all been drinking together before deciding to retire to their rooms. However, in the middle of the night, Mr. Lee's friend woke up to find him missing from his bed. After a brief search, he noticed Mr. Lee's shoes were still in the room, which led him to check the balcony. When he looked down, he saw what appeared to be a body on the 5th-floor level, prompting him to immediately alert hotel staff and security, who then contacted the police. Through a translator, Mr. Lee’s friend explained that the two of them had been close for over 30 years and had been drinking before retiring for the night. He noted that Mr. Lee had been noticeably intoxicated, but how he ended up falling from the balcony remains unknown. Pol. Lt. Phuttharak Sonkamhan, who is overseeing the investigation, recorded the scene for evidence and ordered the transport of Mr. Lee’s body to the Police General Hospital’s Forensic Institute for an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. The investigation is ongoing as authorities work to uncover the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident. If you or anyone you know is in emotional distress, please contact the Samaritans of Thailand 24-hour hotline: 02 713 6791 (English), 02 713 6793 (Thai) or the Thai Mental Health Hotline at 1323 (Thai). Please also contact your friends or relatives at this time if you have feelings of loneliness, stress or depression. Seek help. -- 2024-08-31 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe Apologies, ASEAN NOW is not currently accepting comments on this topic //CLOSED//

This is the video clip of the incident. RPReplay_Final1725017498.mp4

Sorry, but can you please share your wisdom and knowledge and tell how you think a ‘fast expensive rescue’ could have been achieved, as I am always looking to learn and develop my skill base.

Woman Gives Birth in Rescue Vehicle En Route to Hospital, Sparking Lottery Number Craze A 30-year-old woman gave birth inside a rescue vehicle while being rushed to Samut Sakhon Hospital, causing a stir among onlookers eager to glimpse the vehicle's license plate for potential lottery numbers. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336918-woman-gives-birth-in-rescue-vehicle-en-route-to-hospital-sparking-lottery-number-craze/

Picture courtesy of Khoasod A 30-year-old woman gave birth to her fourth child inside a rescue vehicle while being rushed to Samut Sakhon Hospital, causing a stir among onlookers eager to glimpse the vehicle's license plate for potential lottery numbers. On August 30, volunteers from the Bang Khun Thian Civil Defense Volunteers (AOPP) in Bangkok received an urgent call regarding a woman in labor at a residence near the Phra Pradaeng expressway. The volunteers immediately dispatched a team to the scene to assist and transport the woman to Samut Sakhon Hospital. Upon arrival, they found Ms. Sirikhwan, 30, in severe pain with amniotic fluid visibly leaking. Recognising the urgency, the volunteers quickly placed her in the rescue vehicle and set off towards the hospital. However, as the vehicle reached Bang Bon Mall on Kanchanaphisek Road, Bangkok, the woman gave birth inside the vehicle. The team immediately stopped the vehicle to provide first aid and contacted the Erawan Medical Centre for support. Mr. Charoen Phutthaya, a Bang Khun Thian AOPP volunteer with code 369, recounted the event, stating, "I received the call around 09:00, about a woman in labor. Upon arriving at the scene, I found the patient in her 30s experiencing intense pain and fluid leakage. We immediately headed towards Samut Sakhon Hospital, but the baby was born before we could get there. We stopped the vehicle and provided first aid while notifying the Erawan system for further assistance. The baby girl was born healthy. The mother mentioned that the due date was supposed to be September 17, so the baby was born at eight months." Following the birth, Erawan personnel transferred the mother and newborn to Samut Sakhon Hospital for further care. Notably, the license plate of the rescue vehicle in which the baby was born reads "2005," and the volunteer’s code is 369, numbers that many are now eyeing for the upcoming lottery draw. -- 2024-08-31 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Six-Wheeled Truck Collides with School Vehicle in Kalasin: Eight Injured A six-wheeled truck collided with a school vehicle on Highway 2336, Kalasin Province and resulted in eight injuries. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336917-six-wheeled-truck-collides-with-school-vehicle-in-kalasin-eight-injured/

Picture from responders. In a traffic accident on August 30, a six-wheeled truck collided with a school vehicle on Highway 2336, which connects Nong Phayom to Nam Mon, within the Yod Kaeng area of Nam Mon District, Kalasin Province. The incident occurred at approximately 16:00 and resulted in eight injuries. The collision took place on a two-lane asphalt road that runs through Yod Kaeng village. The road is characterised by a sharp curve and narrow shoulders, which are unusable, making the area particularly hazardous. The truck, which was transporting eucalyptus logs, with a registration number from Kalasin. The school bus was a silver Toyota Hilux Vigo pickup truck, used for transporting students, and the vehicle's registration number is also from Kalasin. A total of eight individuals were injured in the accident and thankfully none of the injuries were fatal. The injured were assessed at the scene and five were taken to Kalasin Hospital, with three remaining in hospital over night, under observation and for further medical care. The weather at the time of the accident was clear with no rainfall, and it occurred during daylight hours. The accident site was a curved section of road near a village intersection, a known risk area for traffic incidents. Authorities, including the Nam Mon Police Station, are currently investigating the cause of the accident, to determine the factors that led to the collision. -- 2024-08-31 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

Three Lives Lost in Accident: Grandfather & Grandchildren on Motorcycle Hit by Truck In a tragic accident today, a 60-year-old grandfather, along with his 2-year-old granddaughter and 15-year-old grandson, lost their lives when their motorcycle was struck by an 18-wheeler truck carrying sand. Full story : https://aseannow.com/topic/1336916-three-lives-lost-in-accident-grandfather-grandchildren-on-motorcycle-hit-by-truck/

Picture from CCTV moments before the accident. In a tragic accident today, a 60-year-old grandfather, along with his 2-year-old granddaughter and 15-year-old grandson, lost their lives when their motorcycle was struck by an 18-wheeler truck carrying sand. The incident occurred as the trio attempted to make a right turn from a side street onto the main road in front of the speeding truck. The accident took place on the Nakhon Sawan-Chum Saeng road near Village 8, Thap Krit Subdistrict, Chum Saeng District, Nakhon Sawan Province. Upon receiving the report, Pol. Lt. Khamron Chanthit, Deputy Investigator of Chum Saeng Police Station, immediately rushed to the scene. Emergency medical teams were quick to arrive, but unfortunately, due to the severity of their injuries, all were pronounced dead at the scene. The scene of the accident, a three-way junction between the village and the main road, was chaotic. The 18-wheeler truck, bearing the license plate from Nakhon Sawan, remained at the scene, while the severely damaged Honda Nova Tena motorcycle, license plate from Phetchabun, lay on its side. The truck driver, 56-year-old Mr. Chamnarn, stood nearby, visibly shaken. Police officers immediately took him into custody for a blood alcohol test, which returned negative results. He was then taken to the police station for further questioning. CCTV footage revealed that the motorcycle, owned by Mr. Jin, the 60-year-old grandfather, was being driven by his 15-year-old grandson, with Mr. Jin sitting behind the 2-year-old granddaughter. They were on their way to a nearby school when they attempted to merge onto the main road, only to be struck by the sand-laden truck speeding from Nakhon Sawan. During questioning, Mr. Chamnarn stated that he was transporting sand to a construction site in Nong Bua District. He claimed that the motorcycle suddenly pulled out from the side road just 100 metres in front of his truck. Despite his best efforts to brake, the heavy load made it impossible to stop in time, resulting in the fatal collision. For now, Chum Saeng police have charged Mr. Chamnarn with reckless driving causing death. Further investigations will continue before the case is handed over to the court for legal proceedings. -- 2024-08-31 Get the ASEAN NOW daily NEWSLETTER - Click HERE to subscribe

There is some negative comments in this topic. Let me give my analysis of the rescue. 1. The crisis side of this response, was very unprofessional and too many top officials making poor statements that raised unrealistic hopes. 2. The safety standards of the construction work is far below western standards. 3. This incident was a tunnel, not a working mine, which had a big impact on the available logistics for the rescue. 4.The initial rescue attempt was by the construction company, who tried the only action available, which was to try to dig the missing workers out. This was not possible because the earth pile was too unstable and the rescue attempt just caused further collapse. 5. If this was a mine, there would probably been access to horizontal drill rigs, which could have drilled to establish contact with the missing workers. But even in a mine this would take 12 to 24 hours to set up. If wider bores were needed, these would have to either been sourced worldwide or constructed, 5 to 7 days minimum. 6, The rescue planning was then given to the specialist teams, SRT, Chinese team and DDPM USAR team. 7. All suitable technology was deployed to locate the missing workers, life detection radar, seismic sound devices, endoscope cameras and K9 teams. 8. The location of the missing was establish, but the readings gave false hope, that movement was detected. This movement could have been from many things, such as vibrations in the tunnels, movement of earth pile, post mortem body gases, animal/rodents, etc. 9. The fallen earth had to be stabilised and this was done by injection of concrete, use of shotcrete and stacking of sand bags. This concrete injection later slowed down process, but had to be done. 10. The initial plan was push a 1.2 m pipe through the fallen soil. This is similar to what can be achieved by using a horizontal drill rig. This started well, but after hitting a solid rock wall in the earth pile the plan had to change. 11. The rescue teams were small, and had to use the work force available, there was no time to change the safety standards, in normal use at the tunnel. 12. Any rescue plan is always under review, and will be changed and developed as the rescue goes on. The teams when faced with new conditions withdrew, discussed and replanned. 13. Any rescue plan was always going to be very limited as the only way to access the workers was through the existing tunnel. There were no top, side or rear options possible. 14. Specialist independent engineering and geo tech experts were on site and advising the rescue teams. 15. The next plan was to manually dig, using metal framed pit prop with a wooden roof ceiling. This was slow, difficult and hot work, but it is the solution that finally allowed the recovery of the workers. 16. Tunnel and mining accidents are fairly rare, but do happened in very country. Yes China and Russia have the worse safety records, but incidents can and do occur anywhere. 17. Many people have experience of working underground, but the skill set and knowledge to plan a very difficult, complex and protracted incident is very different. The roles of a mine ERT (emergency response team) Captain, Superintendent or Manager is very specialised. 18. No additional injuries were reported during the rescue and everyone involved would have worked long exhausting hours. 19. This type of collapse is normally only survivable if the workers are trapped in a space beyond the collapse and not under it. 20. The autopsy reports, I believe, will show that the workers died in the early stages of the incident and no rescue attempt was going to find them alive. 21. All credit to the rescuers for bringing the bodies out, which is not always possible.(i.e Pike River, New Zealand 2010 were the workers who died have never been recovered). This is my personal view, not that of the AN news team.