Uncle Phon’s high-profile legal battles captivate Thai society ahead of October verdict

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Thai society has been gripped by the high-profile case of Uncle Phon, a local man from Mukdahan province, who has been embroiled in a number of legal battles, the most notable being the mysterious disappearance and untimely death of a three year old girl, known as Nong Chompu in 2020.

 

Nong Chompu was reported missing from her home on May 11, 2020. Three days later, her lifeless body was discovered near a fire pit, about 3 kilometres from her home, adding a chilling twist to the case. This gruesome discovery sparked widespread shock, leading many to believe it was a murder case.

 

Uncle Phon, the uncle of Nong Chompu, soon emerged as a prime suspect due to his inconsistent statements and suspicious behaviour, including his absence from the child’s funeral. However, he has vehemently denied any involvement in the murder case, insisting he is 100% innocent.

In addition to this, Uncle Phon has also been embroiled in other legal troubles. He was charged with assault after a violent confrontation with a local reporter, which saw him serving two months in jail and a fine of 10,000 baht.

 

by Nattapong Westwood

Photo: KhaoSod.

 

Full story: The Thaiger 2023-10-28

 

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[stoner]

seems like a decent enough fella.

[ChrisY1]

Why don't they just get going and charge this drug? 

High profile case? So what....he's a nasty type according to his past and present legal issues....but I guess saying that he's 100% innocent......is BS

 

[Artisi]

3 hours ago, stoner said:

seems like a decent enough fella.

Just one of the many upstanding citizens of Thailand. 

[observer90210]

Just now, Artisi said:

Just one of the many upstanding citizens of Thailand. 

A bit like the one under hunt in Maine, USA ?

[retarius]

I suppose he's innocent until proven guilty, or is that not the legal principle any more? I'm old and get easily confused. He's got some really long hairs growing out of that mole on the side of his face. I don't know whether this is good for the prosecution or the defence. 

 

RIP Nong Chompu, you poor mite, you deserved a better life whoever killed you, I suspect you had relatives (mother et al) who might have loved you more and looked after you better. A tragedy.

[sammieuk1]

Nong Chompu was reported missing from her home on May 11, 2020. Three days later, her lifeless body was discovered near a fire pit, about 3 kilometres from her home, adding a chilling twist to the case. This gruesome discovery sparked widespread shock, leading many to believe it was a murder case.

 

If only there was a clue some forensics and a post mortem but..🤔

[mikebell]

1 hour ago, retarius said:

I suppose he's innocent until proven guilty,

In Thailand it's guilty till proven rich.

[hotchilli]

8 hours ago, stoner said:

seems like a decent enough fella.

Not.

[sherwood]

Off with his head.

Get Big Joke on the case to prove me right.

No doubt this case will never see the light of day just like every other case in this cesspool.