Man Arrested for Displaying Firearm in Trendy Restaurant

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Police officers from Thonglor Police Station apprehended a 41-year-old man who brazenly exhibited a pistol on a table at a Japanese restaurant in Bangkok's Thonglor district. His decision to carry a concealed weapon openly sparked unrest among patrons and staff, prompting immediate legal action.

 

On August 25th, responding to a citizen's alert, Lieutenant Colonel Phansak Amaraapithak, the Thonglor Police Superintendent, instructed his team to apprehend the suspect, Mr. Prommwat (last name withheld), for unlawful possession of a semi-automatic Glock pistol, loaded with five rounds, without proper authorization, reported Daily News.

 

The incident occurred inside the restaurant on Sukhumvit 55 Road, Khlong Tan Nuea sub-district, Wattana district.

 

Picture: Daily News

 

In response to an earlier tip, authorities acted on a report involving an individual adorned with ink patterns on his arms and neck reminiscent of a weapon. This person had sketched and positioned the object onto a dining surface, initiating turmoil amidst the gathering of both patrons and employees.

 

Subsequent to an inquiry, the individual matched the given portrayal. A subsequent inquiry exposed the hidden firearm beneath a lounge seat, accompanied by a fully loaded cartridge.

 

Picture: Daily News

 

While being interrogated, the individual conceded to transporting the firearm in the absence of the required authorizations and faltered in presenting substantiation of possession.

 

In light of these circumstances, allegations were raised against the individual for illegal firearm ownership, the act of conveying a weapon in communal domains without consent, and causing commotion. The case will advance following established judicial protocols.

 

Picture: Daily News

 

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[sammieuk1]

Surprised he didn't see the sign on the way in or can he not read ????

[OneMoreFarang]

40 minutes ago, webfact said:

Police officers from Thonglor Police Station apprehended a 41-year-old man who brazenly exhibited a pistol on a table at a Japanese restaurant in Bangkok's Thonglor district.

Did this 41-year-old man act like this the first time in his life? What did he in the last 20 years?

Does he have a police record? Or was he a harmless citizen until now?

[2baht]

32 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Did this 41-year-old man act like this the first time in his life? What did he do in the last 20 years?

Does he have a police record? Or was he a harmless citizen until now?

Probably all the above plus a small willy! ????

[peter zwart]

14 minutes ago, 2baht said:

Probably all the above plus a small willy! ????

And a smoking pick up truck

[ezzra]

It seems that guns and being armed in public is a must have accessories for the generation Z. 

[2baht]

Just now, ezzra said:

It seems that guns and being armed in public is a must have accessories for the generation Z. 

Almost makes them manly! ????

[Emdog]

Did one of the waitstaff ask him "Is that a glock in your pocket or are you just glad to see me?"

[Grumpy one]

The poor little boy only did it to get a discount on his meal 

[hotchilli]

7 hours ago, peter zwart said:

And a smoking pick up truck

Without a licence

[Bundooman]

10 hours ago, webfact said:

the Thonglor Police Superintendent, instructed his team to apprehend the suspect, Mr. Prommwat (last name withheld),

Now, I wonder why his surname should be withheld. 

In possession of a Glock.

Would daddy be a high ranking police officer by any chance?

[PETERTHEEATER]

10 hours ago, sammieuk1 said:

Surprised he didn't see the sign on the way in or can he not read ????

I would never shoot a defenceless knife.