Leading from the front! National Thai police chief praised on the ground role as bullets fly in Korat

[webfact]

Leading from the front! National Thai police chief praised on the ground role as bullets fly in Korat

 

Thai caption: #Big Peh's team (Gen Chakthip Chainjinda's team)

Picture: Sanook

 

Those who think that senior Thai policemen sit behind their desks and issue orders may need to think again. 

 

Thai national police chief General Chakthip Chaijinda was in the thick of the action as gunfire rang out all around at the Terminal 21 shopping center at the weekend. 

 

Chakthip - a graduate of the FBI's crack counter terrorism teams - was leading from the front along with his son Pol Capt Chanan Chaijinda. 

 

In one video in which there was a hail of bullets the chief could be heard shouting: "He's hiding behind the pillar".

 

Pictures revealed on the Police Thailand News site showed the police leader with an automatic weapon and protective gear. 

 

Channel 3 praised him for his leadership and the successful conclusion of the shocking incident that saw dozens killed when a soldier rampaged from an army camp to the city center in Nakhon Ratchasima or Korat, 250 kilometers north east of Thailand's capital Bangkok. 

 

Sanook reported that people online were praising the chief. They said he had been in the shopping center from 9 pm until morning when the gunman was eventually shot.

 

Chakthip is a 60 year old and part of the celebrated Class of 36, reported Sanook.

 

A graduate of Vajiravudh College and the RTP Cadet Academy, the general took courses with the FBI in Quantico, Virginia in his training days.

 

He was trained in counter assault team work by the US Secret Service and in other terror related activities. 

 

He has been Commissioner-General of the Royal Thai Police since assuming office in 2015. 

 

General Chakthip is widely known as "Big Peh" among the Thai public. 

 

Source: Sanook

 

 

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[z42]

I don't buy the praise. The fact that so many were killed in the mall should be no cause for heaping praise on a guy who seems to love the limelight more than anyone.

 

The real heroes are the guys who stay humble and do the riskiest work for the pittance salaries because they believe in protection and service.

 

This billion dollar chief appears as just a show pony. But at least to his credit, he played a role, unlike Apirat.

[exparte]

The US spends Millions on training and equipping the Police and Military of Thailand. None of that paid off during this tragic event. Appears to me there was no one with enough tactical training that could of ended this quickly.

 

Some of the real heroes where the TAXi drivers attending to the wounded when bullets where still flying; and while the local RTP was cowering behind cover.

Edited February 10, 2020 by exparte

[Oziex1]

One could speculate that the Number one is to lead from behind the scenes not get in the way with his recently and questionably promoted son for little more than a photo opportunity.

 

Does he claim a reward as well?

[Gweiloman]

I predict this thread will die an early death as no farang will be caught dead praising a Thai (no puns intended). 
 

I think ThaiVisa forum should also be renamed ThaiBashing forum lol. 

[TallGuyJohninBKK]

2 hours ago, webfact said:

Chakthip - a graduate of the FBI's crack counter terrorism teams - was leading from the front along with his son Pol Capt Chanan Chaijinda.

 

Ohhhhhh Boyyyyy!!!!   This kind of Thai media publicity, you can't pay for...

 

But then on second thought, actually you probably can!  

[spiekerjozef]

Well done, Sir.

[exparte]

He is displaying the peace symbol. Cute photo op. The only thing missing is some heart emoji's.

 

Give credit where credit is due. 

 

I live in Khorat and heard about the incident after may neighbor's where frantic over a call from their Son who was trapped in T21. My wife and I tuned into Social Media and YouTube where people where broadcasting the situation as in unfolded. All of that content has now been removed, but what I saw was motorbike Taxi's rushing to help the wounded as bullets where still flying; and RTP people cowering being Cement Pillars.

 

As my wife and I where watching the events unfold and watching the gruesome images where learned from my wife's mother that one of the casualties was my wife's Cousin was killed near the entrance while still on his motorbike. Horrifically we saw his image in the early in the broadcast but did not recognize it was him at the time.

 

My Neighbors where in intense prayer. They asked me what I would do. I told them if it was my Son, I would go to Terminal 21; and nothing could stop me. They remained at home glued to the events. Their Son finally got out at midnight.

 

I am not giving ANY Credit to the RTP. They allowed this tragic event to go on too long; and I could not believe the 40 Commando's they brought in could not out flank they shooter.   

[silent]

Civilians are a pain in the ass at a shootout under the best of circumstances 

[JomtienRay]

2 hours ago, spiekerjozef said:

Well done, Sir.

I agree.. 

Well done Sir..!!!

 

To the many armchair "experts", criticizing the RTP for Thier actions in this matter.. 

Disgraceful..!!

You weren't there..!!

 

I believe casualties could have been much higher, but the brave police turned up with small pistols against a highly trained and heavily armed crazed sniper..

They were followed up by a specialised commando team led by their commander, and took this highly complex and dangerous  situation under control..

 

My heartfelt prayers are with the families of the murdered, and with the many injured people and their families.. innocent people unlucky to be in the wrong place at the wrong time.. 

Heartfelt thanks to the taxi bike drivers, general public, and professional people who provided support in the face of enormous personal danger, to the injured.

 

And heartfelt thanks to the brave police officers and security people, who also put themselves in the face of grave personal danger, to resolve this horrible situation.. 

These people also have families who love them, and had to go through the personal agony of not knowing if they would come home..

RIP. ????????????

[Redline]

They had a long time to get him before he made it to the mall.

He was driving a hummer, and had already killed at least 4 people.  He was doing driving the streets for at least one and a half hours?

 

the situation at the mall was very complex.  I just don’t think he should have made it there.  A helicopter, blocking roads, and a large police contingency likely would have stopped him in good time.

Edited February 10, 2020 by Redline

[Assurancetourix]

3 hours ago, Gweiloman said:

I think ThaiVisa forum should also be renamed ThaiBashing forum lol. 

Very strong desire to answer you and I will do it;
if this forum bores you, you can leave it and return to see your favorite soap opera on chanel 3 or 7

[Assurancetourix]

6 minutes ago, Redline said:

They had a long time to get him before he made it to the mall.

He was driving a hummer, and had already killed at least 4 people.  He was doing driving the streets for at least one and a half hours?

You're absolutely right; I made a similar remark in another post;
and it reminds me of what Mr. Prayuth said on TV, in total contradiction with the truth, of course.
According to him, the army did not commit any fault by letting the killer steal weapons, ammunition and a vehicle.
Ah yes ?
I would like to know why ...

[Redline]

6 minutes ago, Assurancetourix said:

You're absolutely right; I made a similar remark in another post;
and it reminds me of what Mr. Prayuth said on TV, in total contradiction with the truth, of course.
According to him, the army did not commit any fault by letting the killer steal weapons, ammunition and a vehicle.
Ah yes ?
I would like to know why ...

He should have been dead or apprehended within the hour of killing soldiers on the base.  How could he even leave the base? Nobody heard gunshots?  Crazy he was driving around a huge stolen vehicle on the streets for so long ????

[Gweiloman]

21 minutes ago, Assurancetourix said:

Very strong desire to answer you and I will do it;
if this forum bores you, you can leave it and return to see your favorite soap opera on chanel 3 or 7

Bored? Not at all. I love reading all the bashing posts and seeing how much more bothered they are than me. 
 

Ps: any soap opera that you can recommend?

Edited February 10, 2020 by Gweiloman

[dcnx]

 

42 minutes ago, Assurancetourix said:

You're absolutely right; I made a similar remark in another post;
and it reminds me of what Mr. Prayuth said on TV, in total contradiction with the truth, of course.
According to him, the army did not commit any fault by letting the killer steal weapons, ammunition and a vehicle.
Ah yes ?
I would like to know why ...

The fact that it’s normal to leave the bass with weapons and a vehicle should be a wake up cal to everyone.

[Proboscis]

This is what I would call "Trump praise" - in other words, publicity that goes down well with those who don't think about it too much.

 

The real issue is that the boss should have an overview of what is happening. And one should never send in a SWAT team where two people are related, especially father and son. That is just madness.

[White Christmas13]

4 hours ago, Gweiloman said:

I predict this thread will die an early death as no farang will be caught dead praising a Thai (no puns intended). 
 

I think ThaiVisa forum should also be renamed ThaiBashing forum lol. 

And I reckon you should be banned for that remark.

[gamesgplayemail]

5 hours ago, z42 said:

I don't buy the praise. The fact that so many were killed in the mall should be no cause for heaping praise on a guy who seems to love the limelight more than anyone.

 

The real heroes are the guys who stay humble and do the riskiest work for the pittance salaries because they believe in protection and service.

 

This billion dollar chief appears as just a show pony. But at least to his credit, he played a role, unlike Apirat.

 

 

Exactly ! Any other country would have started to wonder why they have been so lame, but critical thinking is not yet arrived in Thailand.

Poor them...

My condolences to all the families of people who have been killed because cops here only know how to get bribes on the road instead of being really useful once in their life.

 

 

 

[Somtamnication]

People can't criticize actions of the police during issues like this. It takes time to analyze as it involves civilians and crossfires. We know the RTP has minimal gun training. It would have been a disaster attacking  without planning.

 

If you google HESTER MEMPHIS POLICE, you will see that in the best of circumstances, you just cannot go in. I was there and I could not go in, even when he was screaming in pain from being tortured.

 

These armchair SWAT teams...jeez.

 

RIP to the dead and their families. RIP to the cop/military member. Sad, very sad.

[FarFlungFalang]

4 hours ago, Gweiloman said:

I predict this thread will die an early death as no farang will be caught dead praising a Thai (no puns intended). 

"Dead men tell no tales"

[Benmart]

Having done more than just criticizing and speculating about the police and their tactics, etc., I am grateful to be alive and away from many of the creatures that post on this forum.

[Bell1234]

Look at me look at me.. Take a selfie of me and show how great i look .. The guy is a melt and a baseball cap won't stop a bullet

[BestB]

Good to see both him and his son at the front lines , while big army heads doing nothing 

[khunpa]

Always easy to sit behind a keyboard, look back and comment on what should have been done.

 

The fact is that he was crazy, heavily armed and he reached the mall.

 

EVERYONE who helped the victims and helped take down this guy are in my eyes hero’s.

[DJ54]

Those guys put their lifes on the line and deserve recognition.

They didn’t give up.... They didn’t do it for praise they did it to save lifes...

[Scott Tracy]

What a load of selfish and stupid things to do.

It undermines the local command structure, makes people wait until he's on the ground. It takes him outside his role as head of the Police. Puts the Special Forces and everyone else at a disadvantage and at risk as he hasn't trained with them.

He's one of the last people who should be anywhere near the incident. He has divisional commanders to deal with this. He doesn't trust them? He wants to be on the ground at every major incident, where was he when the good store was robbed? Where is he when the Southern provinces kick off?

Why isn't he concentrating on what heads of National Police forces do?

[ChipButty]

Us farang dont need to criticize, Thai people are giving them loads 

[observer90210]

And this whole mess is the fault of the nasty foreigners....it has to be their fault at some point after all ?

[Salerno]

5 hours ago, Assurancetourix said:

if this forum bores you, you can leave it and return to see your favorite soap opera on chanel 3 or 7

Echo chambers are the reason the world is as <deleted> as it is now.