Detained Political Activist Nethiporn Suffers Cardiac Arrest Amid Hunger Strike

[snoop1130]

 

The day has taken a daunting turn as Nethiporn, a high-profile political activist from the Thaluwang Group, infamously known as Bung, suffered a medical crisis while in detention. This morning, she experienced a cardiac arrest and is currently undergoing medical treatment at Ratchadon Hospital where the medical team is relentlessly attempting to stabilise her frail condition.

 

Nethiporn, associated with the Thaluwang Group, was arrested and incarcerated at the Central Women’s Correctional Facility since January 26th for her political activities. She is notably known for her rebellious stance after being jailed for contempt of court by the South Bangkok Criminal Court. In a bold move displaying her undeterred spirit, Nethiporn announced a hunger strike on January 27th, which notably expanded to involve four additional detainees by April 9th, according to the Human Rights Lawyers Centre.

 

The exact circumstances leading to her sudden heart failure have not been disclosed, keeping onlookers and concerned parties on tentacles. Yet, it leaves room for speculation if the prolonged hunger strike orchestrated by her could have contributed to her compromised health, thereby leading to this adverse cardiac event.

 

This incident has inevitably cast a spotlight on the medical preparedness within prison facilities to handle such critical emergencies. It highlights the fragile health conditions of incarcerated individuals, raising immediate concerns about their undeniable right to timely and adequate healthcare.

 

Nethiporn's precariously balanced health condition has garnered significant attention, not only due to her noted political presence but also owing to the larger questions it raises about healthcare conditions in detention centres. This incident uncovers crucial human rights issues within the nation's political and judicial spheres, opening up thought-provoking discussions about the treatment of detainees and their health while under custody.

 

Photo courtesy of The Thaiger

 

-- 2024-05-14

 

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Thai Hunger-Strike Activist, Netiporn Sanesangkhom, Dies: An Unforgiving Call for Justice

 

 

Netiporn Sanesangkhom, widely known by her activist name 'Bung Thalu Wang,' tragically passed away this morning, aged 28. Since January, the brave campaigner has been on a hunger strike - a silent but potent cry for justice. Tragically, her heart ceased beating; a poignant and untimely end to a protest against the conditions of political prisoners in Thailand.

 

'Bung Thalu Wang's' demise follows her admission to Thammasat University Hospital due to cardiac arrest, says the Corrections Department. She'd commenced her hunger strike during incarceration in the Central Women’s Correctional Institution. The activist commenced her peaceful protest after being jailed for contempt of court, coinciding with the revoking of her bail on a lèse majesté charge.

 

Sanctioned for her involvement in a Royal motorcade protest, Netiporn's resistance morphed into a manifestation of her pleas for systemic judicial reforms. Her deteriorating health told its own tale; her weight plummeted as she suffered headaches and body pains persistently. Despite this, she remained steadfast in her protest, even preparing a last will and testament.

 

In her final written directive, Netiporn assigned all her possessions, including money, jewellery and her pet to Thanalop Phalanchai, a former political confederate from the 'Thalu Wang' group. She left her other properties to her elder sibling.

 

Justice Minister's promise of a thorough examination into the activist's death reflects the gravity of this development. This crusty tale of defiance and tragedy awakens us to the extremities some will face in a search for justice while bringing brutal focus on the state of political prisoners in Thailand.

 

Netiporn's story doesn't end here. In her final act of defiance, she refused medical intervention that could prolong her life and opted to donate her body to medical science. Her fight for a more just system, now etched in governmental and public consciousness, underlines more than ever the pressing need for transformation in Thai judiciary and in the care of its political prisoners.

 

Photo courtesy of Thai PBS

 

 

 

-- 2024-05-14

 

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[Purdey]

Expect Thaksin comparisons.

[Gottfrid]

Of course, RIP.

However, one must wonder what goes on in the head of these people? Do they not understand that the government nor hospitals are to blame for this. The choice to hunger strike, is only a thing that is going to hurt one self. There are probably better ways.

[anchadian]

Pravit Rojanaphruk

Tragic. How many more will have to die before the draconian & anarchronic lese majeste is abolished or at least amended?

https://twitter.com/PravitR/status/1790253862701666707

 

 

[bob smith]

RIP youthful soul :( 

 

bob.

[jonclark]

16 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Of course, RIP.

However, one must wonder what goes on in the head of these people? Do they not understand that the government nor hospitals are to blame for this. The choice to hunger strike, is only a thing that is going to hurt one self. There are probably better ways.

Better ways....such as? 

[bob smith]

19 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Of course, RIP.

However, one must wonder what goes on in the head of these people? Do they not understand that the government nor hospitals are to blame for this. The choice to hunger strike, is only a thing that is going to hurt one self. There are probably better ways.

she gave her life for what she believed in.

 

That's more than can be said for any AN members.

 

bob.

Edited May 14 by bob smith

[JoePai]

This incident has inevitably cast a spotlight on the medical preparedness within prison facilities to handle such critical emergencies

 

Well I for one am very impressed the way the prison service has a helicopter standing ready to airlift ill prisoners direct to the Police Hospital - well done Thailand !!!

[anchadian]

Thai Enquirer

 

@ThaiEnquirer

The Department of Corrections stated that Netiporn, also known as Bung Thaluwang, was not on a hunger strike after her transfer from Thammasat University Hospital in April. The department said she was consuming food and fluids normally upon her return from Thammasat University Hospital. However, they did not specify the date of her return.

 

Their statement presents conflicting information. Despite asserting her normal consumption, they also noted her ongoing fatigue and slight anemia with low mineral salts. Following her refusal of mineral salts and blood supplements, she experienced cardiac arrest, they said.

 

According to the report by Thai Lawyers for Human Rights on April 9, Netiporn was moved from

Thammasat University Hospital to the Department of Corrections Hospital in early April. Subsequently, on April 25, they reported her continued hunger strike, accompanied by complaints of chest tightness akin to being pressed by a heavy object. Today, they said Netiporn has been on a hunger strike for 110 days.

 

https://twitter.com/ThaiEnquirer/status/1790298963738017892

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Thai Activist Netiporn 'Bung' Sanesangkhom Dies While in Custody: Investigation Underway

 

 

The UK community today mourns the death of Thai activist, Netiporn "Bung" Sanesangkhom, who passed away while under custody in Thailand. The Corrections Department made the announcement, stating a full investigation into the cause of death is underway.

 

Known as Nettiporn, the 28-year-old activist had been in custody since January 26, 2024, after her bail was revoked in a lese majeste case related to a poll she conducted about a royal motorcade. She had been under arrest for 110 days before the tragic incident occurred.

 

Nettiporn was moved from the Correctional Hospital to Thammasat University Hospital in an unconscious state, following a cardiac arrest. Despite the best efforts of medical professionals, who performed CPR for nearly 2 hours, Nettiporn was pronounced dead at 11.22am.

 

The Corrections Department shared expressions of condolences for Nettiporn's family, reiterating that she had been under close medical care. However, details about her health issues while in detention were brought to light. According to the department, Nettiporn suffered mild anemia and low electrolytes, a condition that might have sped up her deterioration given her refusal to consume blood-boosting vitamins and mineral supplements.

 

The news of her death has reached the roof of power, sparking reactions from the Prime Minister and Justice Minister. They've ordered Thammasat University Hospital to undergo an autopsy to determine the exact cause of death. Concurrently, a committee has been formed to delve deeper into the circumstances surrounding Nettiporn's demise.

 

As the nation awaits the autopsy results, the quest for justice echoes within the hearts of Nettiporn's supporters and the global community. This incident shines a light on the critical concerns about the treatment of political activists and prisoners in Thailand, adding fuel to ongoing calls for human rights reforms.

 

Photo courtesy of Thai News Agency

 

 

-- 2024-05-14

 

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[Gottfrid]

2 hours ago, bob smith said:

she gave her life for what she believed in.

 

That's more than can be said for any AN members.

 

bob.

Sure, That´s great! And the result? Is that, she is dead and nothing else change? That´s a waste of a life, and should in no way be glorified.

Edited May 14 by Gottfrid

[Gottfrid]

2 hours ago, jonclark said:

Better ways....such as? 

Anything! This resulted in her dying. Nothing else.

Like: 

Collect signatures and names. Many done that, and result not so good, but neither is this.

Edited May 14 by Gottfrid

[bob smith]

13 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

Sure, That´s great! And the result? Is that, she is dead and nothing else change? That´s a waste of a life, and should in no way be glorified.

perhaps she thought the cause was worth the price of her life?

 

look at the history books and they are littered with those who have given their lives for a cause that they are morally committed to.

 

I respect anyone that has the courage of their convictions to the extent that this brave young soul has demonstrated today.

 

RIP and let's hope that one day true democracy and free speech prevails in this archaic society.

 

bob.

Edited May 14 by bob smith

[Felton Jarvis]

Thoughtcrime.  Thailand will never change.

[OneMoreFarang]

3 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

In a bold move displaying her undeterred spirit, Nethiporn announced a hunger strike

 

3 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

This incident has inevitably cast a spotlight on the medical preparedness within prison facilities to handle such critical emergencies.

 

Maybe she should have eaten regularly, like most of us.

Why should the prison care for people who don't eat and obviously want to die?

[jonclark]

35 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

 

 

Maybe she should have eaten regularly, like most of us.

Why should the prison care for people who don't eat and obviously want to die?

Its called a duty of care. 

[bob smith]

39 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

 

 

Maybe she should have eaten regularly, like most of us.

Why should the prison care for people who don't eat and obviously want to die?

what a truly awful statement.

 

shocking level of understanding you have.

 

bob.

[dinsdale]

4 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

The day has taken a daunting turn

 

4 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

keeping onlookers and concerned parties on tentacles.

 

4 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

Yet, it leaves room for speculation if the prolonged hunger strike orchestrated by her could have contributed to her compromised health, thereby leading to this adverse cardiac event.

 

4 hours ago, snoop1130 said:

this crusty tale of defiance and tragedy awakens us to the extremities some will face in a search for justice while bringing brutal focus on the state of political prisoners in Thailand.

This is just junk AI. This is a case of a person who has now died for a cause who was sentenced under the weaponised law 112 by Prayut. AN should be ashamed to put this on the net.

Edited May 14 by dinsdale

[dinsdale]

1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said:

 

 

Maybe she should have eaten regularly, like most of us.

Why should the prison care for people who don't eat and obviously want to die?

If this is meant to be a joke it's in extremely poor taste. If it's not then there's something seriously wrong with you.

[OneMoreFarang]

33 minutes ago, jonclark said:

Its called a duty of care. 

Duty of care: "Eat!"

Wisdom, mostly learned from parents and experience: If you don't eat then you will die.

[OneMoreFarang]

Just now, dinsdale said:

If this is meant to be a joke it's in extremely poor taste. If it's not then there's something seriously wrong with you.

It's no joke.

It's like those stupid activists who sit in the middle of the road and then they are surprised when they are run over by cars.

Just don't put yourself in life threatening situations. It's not so difficult to understand.  

[dinsdale]

32 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Duty of care: "Eat!"

Wisdom, mostly learned from parents and experience: If you don't eat then you will die.

A magnificiant example of what a complete lack of compassion looks like. 

Edited May 14 by dinsdale

[Emdog]

4 hours ago, bob smith said:

she gave her life for what she believed in.

 

That's more than can be said for any AN members.

 

bob.

Well, if any AN members had given their life for what they believe in, wouldn't it be rather difficult for them to be a member and post? Asking for a friend....

[dinsdale]

2 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

It's no joke.

It's like those stupid activists who sit in the middle of the road and then they are surprised when they are run over by cars.

Just don't put yourself in life threatening situations. It's not so difficult to understand.  

No it's not. It's about freedom of speech and an anachronistic law that has been weaponised and the fight against it. It seems this is what you find difficult to understand.

[dinsdale]

15 minutes ago, Emdog said:

Well, if any AN members had given their life for what they believe in, wouldn't it be rather difficult for them to be a member and post? Asking for a friend....

Sorry, how old are you? This is simply a nonsense post in regards to the death of a person fighting for a cause. She fought with her life. Puerile comments like this show quite a lot about the type of person who posts them.

Edited May 14 by dinsdale

[bob smith]

9 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

Sorry, how old are you? This is simply a nonsense post in regards to the death of a person fighting for a cause. She fought with her life. Puerile comments like this show quite a lot about the type of person who posts them.

agreed.

 

bob.

[OneMoreFarang]

14 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

No it's not. It's about freedom of speech and an anachronistic law that has been weaponised and the fight against it. It seems this is what you find difficult to understand.

Did she change that law by not eating and dying? No.

Hopefully others learn from her.

Some activities just don't make any sense.

[Emdog]

6 minutes ago, dinsdale said:

Sorry, how old are you? This is simply a nonsense post in regards to the death of a person fighting for a cause. She fought with her life. Puerile comments show quite a lot about the type of person who posts them.

You can have your opinion.Nonsense was the view that AN members are lower because we haven't given our lives. And I assume being alive is a requirement of being an AN member, or at least one that can post.

I'm sorry she died... that wasn't her intention I assume. Doesn't make her sacrifice any less. Could I get in trouble if I posted my view on that law? It would not be in support....

[dinsdale]

1 minute ago, OneMoreFarang said:

Did she change that law by not eating and dying? No.

Hopefully others learn from her.

Some activities just don't make any sense.

Bit like your posts.