Popular Post webfact Posted Wednesday at 01:50 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 01:50 AM In an unexpected twist, Thailand’s suspended top policemen, Pol General Torsak Sukvimol and his deputy Pol General Surachate Hakparn, have been reinstated to their posts. Both were sidelined in March under corruption suspicions involving high-stakes online gambling, but a Prime Minister-appointed committee cleared them, prompting their return. Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin reinstated the police duo after a three-man fact-finding committee completed its three-month investigation. Despite apparent tension, the committee led by Chatchai Phromlert declared insufficient evidence to keep them suspended. Critics denounce this as a "farce," hinting at secret deals aligning political and power plays rather than justice. The police feud, once heated, saw both high-ranking officers dramatically sidelined. Surachate, often called “Big Joke” and key in southern political dynamics, and Torsak, the current police chief, were embroiled in investigations linking them to online gambling and corruption. Their suspension initially aimed to cleanse the ranks; however, their swift reinstatement signals unresolved issues and potential backroom deals. Surachate's dismissal of the implications hasn't gone unnoticed. Following cybercrime raids targeting his property for money laundering, his return confounds many. Torsak faces scrutiny over undeclared assets, extending the controversy further. The Prime Minister holds the final say amidst an ongoing investigation, with the two officers needing to defend their cases independently. Simultaneously, Surachate has legally challenged his dismissal, threatening to take further action if the matter isn't resolved. The police commission is to review these developments soon, leaving Thailand’s policing future hanging in the balance. Amidst outcry for transparency, public trust wanes as the police forces navigate this turmoil. As Thailand watches closely, outcomes of upcoming reviews promise more drama, leaving citizens questioning the very essence of their justice system. File photo courtesy: Thai Rath -- 2024-06-26 Get our Daily Newsletter - Click HERE to subscribe 1 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post lordgrinz Posted Wednesday at 01:55 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 01:55 AM Watching the drama in the RTP Mafia is like watching a daytime soap opera. 2 4 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 2baht Posted Wednesday at 02:30 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 02:30 AM Rather Keystoneish! 1 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Tropicalevo Posted Wednesday at 02:39 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 02:39 AM Just like kindergarten. Bad boys, go and stand in the corner for punishment. OK you can sit down now but stop fighting or it's back in the corner for you. 1 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post hotchilli Posted Wednesday at 05:38 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 05:38 AM 3 hours ago, webfact said: In an unexpected twist, Thailand’s suspended top policemen, Pol General Torsak Sukvimol and his deputy Pol General Surachate Hakparn, have been reinstated to their posts. The farce is strong in this pair. 1 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sydebolle Posted Wednesday at 05:42 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 05:42 AM Let me get the popcorn, the show is going on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BusyB Posted Wednesday at 05:48 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 05:48 AM What a joke ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Purdey Posted Wednesday at 06:01 AM Popular Post Share Posted Wednesday at 06:01 AM Backroom deals? Really? How about the complete lack of evidence? 1 1 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tandor Posted Wednesday at 06:25 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 06:25 AM 3 hours ago, Tropicalevo said: Just like kindergarten. Bad boys, go and stand in the corner for punishment. OK you can sit down now but stop fighting or it's back in the corner for you. they both have faint creases on their foreheads from the dunces hat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pouatchee Posted Wednesday at 06:32 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 06:32 AM been here more than 2 decades, and been getting my news on TV, AN and now whatever this site is called for just as long. the distrust in the police force has been making headlines here as long as i have been here... even longer if i trust my thai friends. so, will it ever change? nahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prakhonchai nick Posted Wednesday at 06:50 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 06:50 AM This news broke over 4 hours ago, yet neither of the 2 English language Thai newspapers have mentioned anything!!!!!!!!! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Artisi Posted Wednesday at 07:00 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 07:00 AM 8 minutes ago, prakhonchai nick said: This news broke over 4 hours ago, yet neither of the 2 English language Thai newspapers have mentioned anything!!!!!!!!! No balls to comment, just in case they step on long toes. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John Drake Posted Wednesday at 07:13 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 07:13 AM Big Joke! And he's back. Toldyaso. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkBR Posted Wednesday at 07:36 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 07:36 AM Keystone Cops. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klauskunkel Posted Wednesday at 08:19 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 08:19 AM 6 hours ago, webfact said: his return confounds many only the naive, not the cynics Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gottfrid Posted Wednesday at 08:30 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 08:30 AM 1 hour ago, John Drake said: Big Joke! And he's back. Toldyaso. Just take it easy! Most of us knew this long time ago, and feel no need to post about it in every thread like you do. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natway09 Posted Wednesday at 09:31 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 09:31 AM Who said the goose is cooked for "Big Joke" this time.?? Back like a big bouncy rubber ball 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gknrd Posted Wednesday at 09:39 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 09:39 AM More like the teflon don! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarryP Posted Wednesday at 09:51 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 09:51 AM Big Joke has got too much dirt on "people of influence". 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
couchpotato Posted Wednesday at 09:58 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 09:58 AM Love this guy (BJ)..more lives than a cat. Both are not far from retirement, so the problem/saga will go away naturally then...easy for everyone. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john donson Posted Wednesday at 11:29 AM Share Posted Wednesday at 11:29 AM money talks and s...t walks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prakhonchai nick Posted Wednesday at 02:28 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 02:28 PM Looks like Asean Now has jumped the gun! Latest news says Police body backs dismissal of ‘Big Joke’ 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordgrinz Posted Wednesday at 02:34 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 02:34 PM 4 minutes ago, prakhonchai nick said: Looks like Asean Now has jumped the gun! Latest news says Police body backs dismissal of ‘Big Joke’ Like I said early, it's like watching a daytime soap opera. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xylophone Posted Wednesday at 03:00 PM Share Posted Wednesday at 03:00 PM 9 hours ago, BusyB said: What a joke ... Well TIT, so what do you expect. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GarryP Posted Thursday at 05:49 AM Share Posted Thursday at 05:49 AM 19 hours ago, GarryP said: Big Joke has got too much dirt on "people of influence". Well that didn't last long. He's been kicked out by a vote of 12 to 0. Hope he shares all his deep dark secrets now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordgrinz Posted Thursday at 06:15 AM Share Posted Thursday at 06:15 AM 23 minutes ago, GarryP said: Well that didn't last long. He's been kicked out by a vote of 12 to 0. Hope he shares all his deep dark secrets now. Obviously he isn't privy to the deepest darkest secrets, because a 12 to 0 vote is about as ironclad as it gets. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MarkBR Posted yesterday at 12:00 AM Share Posted yesterday at 12:00 AM 17 hours ago, lordgrinz said: Obviously he isn't privy to the deepest darkest secrets, because a 12 to 0 vote is about as ironclad as it gets. Should be interesting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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