Palang Pracharath Party leader Prawit Wongsuwan faces an assault charge after he lashed out in anger towards a Thai journalist after being questioned about the new Prime Minister of Thailand.

 

The parliamentary meeting to select a new PM following the removal of ex-PM Srettha Thavisin began at around 10am today, August 16. At the end of the meeting, the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, secured 319 votes from Parliament members and became the new PM of Thailand.

 

Despite the significance of the meeting, Prawit chose not to attend and instead opted to meet Thai athletes who just returned from the Paris Olympics.

 

At the end of the welcoming event with the athletes, numerous Thai journalists approached Prawit for an interview, inquiring about his meeting with the Olympic contenders and his views on Paetongtarn becoming the 31st Thai Prime Minister.

 

Regarding his discussion with the athletes, Prawit shared that he encouraged them to secure even more medals for Thailand, despite the country already having achieved its highest medal count ever.

 

Prawit also expressed his desire to inspire more young people to engage in sports, regardless of discipline, to enhance the nation’s reputation and bring joy to the Thai people.

 

Angry Prawit

 

An unexpected moment occurred when a female journalist asked Prawit whether he had watched the live broadcast of the prime ministerial selection. Instead of answering, Prawit lashed out in anger.

 

“What? What? What are you asking? Asking who?”

 

Unexpectedly, Prawit raised his hand towards the journalist and struck her. His bodyguards quickly rushed him to the car. Prawit shouted at the journalist before leaving.

“What were you asking? I didn’t hear that.”

 

The journalist repeated her question but Prawit continued to avoid answering. He expressed his irritation loudly as his car was leaving.

 

Some news agencies reported that the journalist was struck on the head, while others said she was hit on the arm.

 

Prawit’s absence from the PM selection meeting today is suspected to be related to a recent conflict between the two parties. The issue stems from the recent election for the governor of Pathum Thani province, where the Pheu Thai Party representative, Charn Puangphet, won.

 

However, MPs from the Pheu Thai Party, Wan and Chalerm Ubumrung, encouraged Charn’s rival, the independent candidate, Khamronwit “Big Jezz” Thupkrajang. This led to complaints against the two MPs by the party leader, Paetongtarn.

 

Following the conflict, Wan decided to move to the Palang Pracharath Party, while his father, Chalerm, chose not to attend the PM selection today.

 

In regards to Prawit’s attack on the journalist, the politician faces severe consequences if the reporter in question files a police complaint. The 79 year old, if found guilty, may face imprisonment of up to two years and/or a fine of up to 4,000 baht.

 

 

By Petch Petpailin

Photo via MGR Online

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-16

 

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In a clearer video from a different angle it was clear to see that he struck her a number of times on the head. He was out of control.

could not happen to a nicer guy, hope he gets 20yrs

Prawit neds to watch himself 

Silly old fool, seems he was a wee bit pissed off on hearing the news, he wanted the job. 

Of course he will never spend any time inside. 

Makes Joe Biden look normal.

 

 

1 hour ago, snoop1130 said:

In regards to Prawit’s attack on the journalist, the politician faces severe consequences if the reporter in question files a police complaint. The 79 year old, if found guilty, may face imprisonment of up to two years and/or a fine of up to 4,000 baht.

4000 baht is less than hour hand on his borrowed watch...

1 hour ago, snoop1130 said:

if the reporter in question files a police complaint.

IF

I,m guessing Prawits crew have already taken steps for this to go away.....sadly

Senile old ****. Just retire already. This wasn't much of assault as much as it was a person who should be in a retirement home. Hopefully this helps drive him out of politics.

1 hour ago, snoop1130 said:

 

Palang Pracharath Party leader Prawit Wongsuwan faces an assault charge after he lashed out in anger towards a Thai journalist after being questioned about the new Prime Minister of Thailand.

 

The parliamentary meeting to select a new PM following the removal of ex-PM Srettha Thavisin began at around 10am today, August 16. At the end of the meeting, the leader of the Pheu Thai Party, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, secured 319 votes from Parliament members and became the new PM of Thailand.

 

Despite the significance of the meeting, Prawit chose not to attend and instead opted to meet Thai athletes who just returned from the Paris Olympics.

 

At the end of the welcoming event with the athletes, numerous Thai journalists approached Prawit for an interview, inquiring about his meeting with the Olympic contenders and his views on Paetongtarn becoming the 31st Thai Prime Minister.

 

Regarding his discussion with the athletes, Prawit shared that he encouraged them to secure even more medals for Thailand, despite the country already having achieved its highest medal count ever.

 

Prawit also expressed his desire to inspire more young people to engage in sports, regardless of discipline, to enhance the nation’s reputation and bring joy to the Thai people.

 

Angry Prawit

 

An unexpected moment occurred when a female journalist asked Prawit whether he had watched the live broadcast of the prime ministerial selection. Instead of answering, Prawit lashed out in anger.

 

“What? What? What are you asking? Asking who?”

 

Unexpectedly, Prawit raised his hand towards the journalist and struck her. His bodyguards quickly rushed him to the car. Prawit shouted at the journalist before leaving.

“What were you asking? I didn’t hear that.”

 

The journalist repeated her question but Prawit continued to avoid answering. He expressed his irritation loudly as his car was leaving.

 

Some news agencies reported that the journalist was struck on the head, while others said she was hit on the arm.

 

Prawit’s absence from the PM selection meeting today is suspected to be related to a recent conflict between the two parties. The issue stems from the recent election for the governor of Pathum Thani province, where the Pheu Thai Party representative, Charn Puangphet, won.

 

However, MPs from the Pheu Thai Party, Wan and Chalerm Ubumrung, encouraged Charn’s rival, the independent candidate, Khamronwit “Big Jezz” Thupkrajang. This led to complaints against the two MPs by the party leader, Paetongtarn.

 

Following the conflict, Wan decided to move to the Palang Pracharath Party, while his father, Chalerm, chose not to attend the PM selection today.

 

In regards to Prawit’s attack on the journalist, the politician faces severe consequences if the reporter in question files a police complaint. The 79 year old, if found guilty, may face imprisonment of up to two years and/or a fine of up to 4,000 baht.

 

 

By Petch Petpailin

Photo via MGR Online

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-08-16

 

-  Cigna offers a variety of health insurance plans designed to meet the minimum requirement for medical treatment coverage, with benefits reaching up to THB 3 million. These plans are tailored to provide comprehensive healthcare solutions for expatriates, ensuring peace of mind and access to quality medical services. To explore the full range of Cigna's expat health insurance options and find a plan that suits your needs, click here for more information.

 

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Serious case.

What he could expect?

Will he be stoned, tared or feathered? Or all together?or whipped? 😳

Hitting a woman, big man.

I hope he does get punishment, it couldn't happen to a nicer man.

But, he will get away with it.

It should be reported to the police, he should be charged and regardless of the severity of the sentence, he should then be forced to resign from his position as party leader and denied any future role in government as he would have a criminal record.

 

But my money's on it being swept under the carpet, with the video appearing at regular intervals on social media along with thos of him sleeping in various public places.

 

 

Has anyone who has read this thought that it will be the journo charged not the LFCC?  As for the acronym I'm an Aussie so work out the last C in LFCC for yourself. 1st 3 should be easy. 1st C, 3rd letter, think watches and rings, 1st 2 letters think stature and the last; as I say I'm an Aussie.

10 minutes ago, madmitch said:

It should be reported to the police, he should be charged and regardless of the severity of the sentence, he should then be forced to resign from his position as party leader and denied any future role in government as he would have a criminal record.

 

But my money's on it being swept under the carpet, with the video appearing at regular intervals on social media along with thos of him sleeping in various public places.

 

 

You cannot be serious iam assuming you are in Thailand  this will not happen for one  and best part of the MPs   are criminals anyhow

The headline "faces prison" is misleading and greatly overstated. This is theory as a worst case scenario, reality is something completely different.

1 hour ago, kidneyw said:

Makes Joe Biden look normal.

 

Gold!

2 hours ago, itsari said:

Prawit neds to watch himself 

To be fair,, she was trying to wind him up.

 

 

 

1 minute ago, Denim said:

To be fair,, she was trying to wind him up.

 

 

 

And succeded , the man has not had much to cheer about lately.

Just now, itsari said:

And succeded , the man has not had much to cheer about lately.

 

Yup. Lost a Rolex found a Seiko.

What was her exact question?  

1 hour ago, OneMoreFarang said:

IF

Agree. Maybe a 2nd hand watch as a payoff.

17 minutes ago, itsari said:

And succeded , the man has not had much to cheer about lately.

@Denim"To be fair,, she was trying to wind him up."

Alas you missed the humour.

 

In fairness his nappy was overdue a change 🤔

Touching someone's head or even slapping someone in the face is a big insult in Thailand. The journalists should suing him for his money, that is what will hurt him the most. 

2 hours ago, tomazbodner said:

 

Nice one, cheers, but this is typical Asian culture. "I am your superior. How dare you challenge/question me" These are the dinosaurs that need to be made extinct if Thailand has a future for it's people but sadly these are the dinosaurs who wield the power. 

Silly man dementia and totally uncapable of anything and now this again...He will not bv convicted as he is protected by army and elites..but he is good example how much changes are need in the land of dinosaurs

4 hours ago, kidneyw said:

Makes Joe Biden look normal.

That was a terrible thought.