Thai cops told to smarten up, get their hair cut and speak politely - R7 chief speaks out

[JimmyJ]

3 hours ago, Bruno123 said:

Think about it...

Yes, that was the first thing I thought when I read it.

 

But these are Edicts for cops, not for the public.

[IvorBiggun2]

21 minutes ago, BangkokReady said:

No police officer in that photo has a "skinhead" haircut.

They have what was known in my day as 'short, back and sides'. In my military days there was a saying by an NCO  'what's under your hat is yours. The rest is mine.'

[Bday Prang]

3 hours ago, sanuk711 said:

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i've seen cardboard cut out police before  but never seen an inflatable, best not approach it with sharp objects the thought of it going down on you doesn't bear thinking about

[Edina]

Were running a contest at the moment.  Spot the policeman !!!!!

[kidneyw]

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Edict #1 was to provide enough rainwear to the men. 

"Ahem, can we use plastic bags?"

[kennw]

6 hours ago, JimmyJ said:

"Those responsible for their welfare should make sure there is no skimping on the meals and drinks, was edict #8."

 

???

Did I miss something or was "enforce the laws" not mentioned?

[Phuketshrew]

24 minutes ago, kidneyw said:

6 hours ago, webfact said:

Edict #1 was to provide enough rainwear to the men. 

"Ahem, can we use plastic bags?"

No, all the available plastic bags are used for interrogation purposes ????

[BTB1977]

They can do one out of the 3 . And it will cost them about 100 baht. 

[NoshowJones]

"Cops were told to smarten themselves up, get an appropriate haircut; station chiefs were ordered to make sure that standards were being met EACH AND EVERY DAY."

 

Why stop there? What about all the fat bellies? Overweight cops should be put on inactive duty until they lose weight.

[NoshowJones]

4 hours ago, Classic Ray said:

1. Ensure corrupt practices are rooted out, including conflicts of interest like owning/running bars and nightclubs.

2.Ensure calls for assistance are promptly answered, including those by telephone. 
3. Ensure investigations of crimes, including those committed by so-called important persons, are promptly and effectively carried out and arrests and prosecutions follow as appropriate.

4. Ensure safety related activities to prevent loss of life such as road safety patrols, checks of vehicles and drivers/riders, patrols of swimming places, and crime prevention including school visits and patrols are carried out.

 

Oh, and get your hair cut!

and slim down. ????

[metisdead]

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[Bangkok Barry]

 

Was there any mention of them enforcing the law? A novel idea I know, but a little more important than having the right haircut and enough to eat.

[fusion58]

Next thing you know, he’s going to ask them to start enforcing traffic laws or something.

 

Slippery slope.

[ericthai]

another crack down that will last a few weeks and then fade away....

[Watchful]

All kidding aside, it is important to look professional when you are demanding a bribe or torturing a suspect.  Otherwise, no one will take you seriously.

 

I mean, this is just common sense in improving efficiency.

[bristolgeoff]

They come in all sorts or sizes the police.I know if they soldiers the commander tells them  about short hair,get a haircut,plus they have to be fit.like any soldier  in the world.Be interesting to see how the police sort this one out

[Gluuay yai]

Thats not a skinhead. Similar to the old high and tight.

[pomchop]

If a rich red bull boss type runs down and kills a fellow cop while high on coke and speeding do NOT say a word to your superiors or ask how the hell that can happen.

[hotchilli]

18 hours ago, webfact said:

It was clear these were fine examples of what the force should look like.

Look like... but looks can be deceiving...

my old man taught me that years ago.

[mikebell]

20 hours ago, webfact said:

It was clear these were fine examples of what the force should look like.

It's been so long since I saw one, I've forgotten what they look like.

[kcpattaya]

This is the same guy with zero tolerance for corruption?
"Don Quixote", or what was his name?
Genius.