Judging by his misdemeanor he doesn't appear to be the smartest in the room and likely manipulated to committing the crime. Likely 10-15 years [and 40lbs lighter] before next taste of Canadian bacon but will it refrain others from trying?
And appears as majority of those who know doesnt no which groups of criminals the inmates belong to. Unfortunately isnt drunk drivers included in those groups.
The government wanted to boost tourism not criminality
At least in the Pattaya/Jomtien areas there are plenty operators that offers tours with guides who has high level of fluency in multiple languages , even some with a more understandable English than [some] UK citizens 😉
Cant really understand why the group, that has chosen alcohol as their only poison, has any interest with the weed case? Fear of the unknown perhaps? Weed [and alcohol] in moderation is harmless, in excess alcohol is a much more potent poison. The debat reminds strongly of a witch hunt witout any footing in reality
If you ever been to Thailand you'll know hitting potholes, debris, cats, dogs, police offices etc doesnt necessarily make a driver stop. in the article his act was praised as commendable and, yes, his reaction was responsible and commendable